Eaton's Power Systems Division is currently seeking a Polymer Lab Manager. This position is based at our facility in Franksville, WI. Relocation assistance and company sponsorship will be offered to candidates currently residing in the US/PR.

　　The expected annual salary range for this role is $101250.0 - $148500.0 a year.

　　Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

　　What you'll do:

　　This position provides technical and project leadership as a critical member of the Materials Development Laboratory (MDL) team at Eaton's Thomas A. Edison Technical Center in Franksville, WI.

　　In this role, you will coordinate electrical, physical, chemical, and analytical testing. You will also provide technical direction in the development of a broad spectrum of materials, manufacturing processes and products - with an emphasis on the application of dielectric materials. This role is a centralized resource that will lead lab staff and support product line staff from a variety of teams. This position will report directly to the Materials Development Lab Manager.

　　Leads a team to focus on technology development activities for solid dielectric development that includes epoxy, rubber, adhesives, thermoplastic materials, ceramics, etc.Coordinates new material development projects and identifies advanced materials and engineering solutions in support of Product and Technology Roadmaps for all product lines.Collaborates and encourages new ideas and differing perspectives; has the ability to consolidate those inputs into a strategic direction.Applies a scientific approach in lab-scale studies to ensure quality of the compounds used in production and ensure the lab-scale technologies can be effectively transferred into pilot production.Champions the Eaton safety program for relevant disciplines. Assists in the development and enforcement of safety regulations. Organizes experiments to solve problems or in development of new products or processes including final data analysis.Evaluates and prepares internal materials specification documents.

　　Qualifications:

　　Required (Basic) Qualifications:

　　Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution Minimum of five (5) years of experience in materials or materials science

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering, Chemistry or Physical Science from an accredited institutionFive or more years of work experience in dielectric materials in a lab environmentTwo or more years of experience leading a team as a direct manager or technical leader Experience with direct supervision of technical staffExperiences in leading cross functional teams to ensure the development of robust products and timely project completionElectrical apparatus design and application knowledge & experience

　　Skills

　　Knowledgeable in distribution transformers, switchgear, power capacitors, and other power distribution productsKnowledgeable in electrical insulating liquid and solid chemistryWorking knowledge of electrical and material testing standards (IEEE, IEC, ASTM)Excellent interpersonal, verbal, presentation and written communication skillsHighly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiativeKnowledgeable in both materials and process technologiesKnowledgeable in nanotechnology, such as nanoparticles, dispersion, and application in electrical insulation, etc.Willing and able to travel up to 10%

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