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# Digital Controls and Embedded Software Engineer Specialist

- **Company:** Eaton Corporation plc
- **Location:** Buffalo, NY, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $122,000.0 - $179,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, C++ (Programming Language), Data Security, Embedded Software, MATLAB, Real Time Simulation, Stateflow, Control Structures
- **Published:** August 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3369516039&tx=FK906PFK&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution with minimum 8 years work industry work experience in real-time digital controls and algorithms for power electronics or industrial products OR
 * MS in Electrical or related Engineering degree from an accredited institution with minimum 5 years of industry work experience in real-time digital controls and algorithms for power electronics or industrial products OR
 * PhD in Electrical or related engineering degree from an accredited institution with minimum 2 years of industry work experience in real-time digital controls and algorithms for power electronics or industrial products.

_*If needed H1B visa transfer sponsorship assistance will be provided for a qualified candidate currently residing and employed on a H1B in the USA._, * Masters degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.

 * 8 years of work experience with power electronic hardware or power systems.
 * 3 years of work experience in a new product development organization.
 * Familiarity with Li-ion and lead-acid battery systems.
 * Experience with Hardware in Loop real time simulators such as OPAL-RT
 * Design experience with UPS and/or power electronic products
 * Previous Coursework in power electronics, * Position requires an individual who is self-motivated, self-managed, team-oriented, proactive, attentive to detail, task oriented, and able to overcome obstacles to meet schedule requirements.
 * Work in lab environment around high voltage where safety awareness is critical.
 * Familiarity with common tools and methods to work in high power lab (480V) environment, oscilloscope, power analyzers and meters.
 * Excellent verbal/ written communications.
 * Extensive knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink tools including Control Toolbox, StateFlow, Optimization Verification & Filter Designs
 * Strong academic understanding of analog & digital control theory along with digital filter designs
 * Experience applying digital control and algorithms to power electronics systems.
 * Experience in design of closed loop control systems
 * Knowledge of three phase electrical power systems
 * Knowledge and experience in C/C++ coding

## Description

As a Specialist Digital Controls and Embedded Software Engineer you will support our product development and design of our high-power three-phase UPS's. This role also supports products in our Energy Storage and next generation AI load-smoothing product lines. The role includes all aspects of product design life cycle from concept to production as part of a global, dynamic, multi-disciplinary team.

You will be responsible for conceptualizing, developing and designing advanced real-time DSP algorithms for advanced power conversion applications in the power quality industry.

The role includes all aspects of product design life cycle from concept to production as part of a global, dynamic, multi-disciplinary team. If you have a passion for design of power electronics-centric controls design and development, this role is for you.

In this role you will:

 * Successfully launch critical power infrastructure products that meet customer requirements and Eaton safety, quality, reliability, cost and schedule commitments.
 * Leverage your skill and experience by giving guidance and leadership to other technical project team members.
 * Work with global product development teams to solve problems related to performance, functionality, safety, reliability, quality and component availability.
 * Develop mathematical models and algorithms for advanced DSP controls of electronic power conversion products.
 * Develop simulations using MATLAB/Simulink simulation environment and verify control designs through simulations.
 * Develop converter control algorithms and drive their validation across simulations and HIL testbeds.
 * Evaluate competing controls architectures and designs to select the best suited for the application.
 * Apply controls theory to design controllers to achieve target product performance.
 * Validate designs using Real time simulation systems such as OPAL-RT.
 * Participate as team member in new product development projects (uninterruptible power systems, energy storage and advanced technology products) while meeting schedule, cost and product performance goals. Interface closely with cross-functional team members.
 * Lead product development using new technologies based on POCs from Eaton COEs and ERLs.
 * Analyze, design and assist in testing/troubleshooting control system software used in uninterruptible power systems and other power quality products.
 * Apply best engineering practices and decision making for advanced technical problem solving.
 * Foster an environment that promotes Eaton's goals, philosophies, and encourages continuous improvement.

When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we - as individuals and as a company - are stronger., All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates' privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.

You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.


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