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Development Program: Field Service Engineer

Eaton · San Diego, CA · posted 67 days ago

In short: Development Program: Field Service Engineer at Eaton in San Diego, CA, posted 67 days ago.

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67 days agoposted

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The job

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Employer	Eaton
Location	San Diego, California
Field	Engineering, Construction and Energy › Manufacturing and hardware engineering
Level	Mid Level
Source category	Science and Engineering
Posted	2026-09-02 (67 days ago)
Work arrangement	On-site at the location listed
Pay	Not published in the source listing

Job description

We make what matters work.

You want to make an impact in the world. At Eaton, we're solving some of the toughest challenges on the planet. Our Early Talent Programs open up an exciting world of opportunities for you to make a difference on a global scale. Your assignments are more than tasks and busy work; they're your chance to drive innovation in intelligent power management and shape the future of our company. You'll team up with seasoned leaders, gaining diverse experiences that'll drive you forward to define and reach your career goals.

What sets our Early Career Programs apart:

Personalized Program Experience: We're committed to energizing your career and empowering your impact. No two participants share the same experience or set of responsibilities.

Broad Exposure: Diverse work locations and comprehensive customer portfolios are a required part of the adventure, enhancing your learning and maximizing program benefits.

Role Exploration: Gain insight into various careers within Eaton through extensive services that ensure safe, efficient, and reliable power systems at every stage.

Strategic Networking: Benefit from networking and mentorship opportunities within one of North America's largest and most experienced power distribution service organizations.

Tangible Learning: See firsthand how Eaton is powering the future of Power Distribution through real world application and customer service.

In a Field Service Engineering role, you'll gain a strong technical foundation in power distribution while working in diverse customer environments and locations, providing unique learning opportunities, broad industry exposure, and hands-on experience solving complex electrical power challenges.

It's time to make connections, get energized, and power ahead.

Eaton provides a competitive total rewards package commensurate with applicable skills, knowledge, and experience and consistent with internal and external market practices. The annual salary for this role is $82,000 with a one-time $6,000 signing bonus.

What you'll do:

The Electrical Engineering Services and Systems global service team is one of the largest and most experienced teams of power system professionals in the industry. As one of our engineers, you'll help to provide solutions to our customers' power problems at every stage of the power system.

As one of our Field Service Engineers, you'll help to provide solutions to our customers' power problems at every stage of the power system.

In this development program, you will:

Work on assigned projects for electrical power distribution equipment
Deliver technical solutions to customers
Perform less conventional complex engineering assignments that may involve equipment or product design, testing of materials, process studies, or research investigations
Display proficiency in the following: Test Equipment Operation, Troubleshooting Techniques, Protective Relays, Power Quality Measurements, Disaster Recovery, Rotating Machinery, Protection & Control Design
Generate timely and accurate service reports on work, product performance, and warranties

This role is designed to prepare you for both technical and future leadership roles at Eaton. As a new engineer, you will be provided with a structured training and development curriculum; a blend of instructor-led, virtual classrooms, eLearning courses, and on-the-job training provided by expert mentors and team members to assist you in developing your career.

Team Benefits:

Guaranteed 40-hour base pay, eligible for overtime and travel premiums
Career growth, mentorship and safety training
Company vehicle, toolkit, and phone
Tuition assistance for ongoing learning
Leads program with bonus pay
Opportunities across 32 service branches

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering from an accredited institution, with graduation date before August of 2027
Minimum overall cumulative GPA of 2.8
Minimum of one internship/co-op experience or an equivalent 3 months of experience in a technician or maintenance role working on or with machines, vehicles or large equipment
Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
Must be geographically flexible to relocate within the United States
Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications:

Degree in engineering with a major in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or mechatronics from an accredited institution
Overall cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher
Prior work experience within the electrical/power industry with understanding of 3-phase power systems and low, medium, and high voltage power distribution equipment.
Experience in testing, troubleshooting, evaluating, and servicing electrical distribution and control systems
Experience performing power quality measurements, troubleshooting, analysis as well as protective relays
Demonstrated leadership experience within campus and/or community

Skills:

Position Success Criteria:

Location will be in one of five major regions within the United States (i.e. Central, Northeast, Southeast, Gulf and West regions); typically in or near a major U.S. city.
This role is designated as a Regular Driver per Eaton's Driver Safety Policy and requires current, unrestricted valid driver's along with an acceptable driving record. Candidates will be subject to a motor vehicle record check upon hire and are subject to checks thereafter.
Successfully complete and maintain compliance with Eaton's safety program and policy; This includes role-applicable portions of the EESS Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW) program and any required annual re-certifications thereafter.
Submit to periodic customer required background and drug screenings.
Must have the ability to work variable hours, including nights & weekends, and travel within the district/state/region/country based on customer requirements.
This position requires you to drive an Eaton vehicle.
Must be able and willing to obtain Department of Transportation (DOT) non-CDL qualification and comply with all DOT regulatory requirements, if required.
Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Understands 3-phase power systems and low, medium, and high voltage power distribution equipment.
Practices electrical safety measures
Performs physically demanding tasks, requirement to stand, walk, stoop, squat, kneel, and reach above, to, and below shoulder level, lift, carry, push, pull, and use hands to handle and feel. Frequently required to climb and regularly required to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds; occasionally required to push/pull greater than 50 pounds with assistance. May be required to drive extended distances, work in extreme weather and temperature conditions, work at sites with areas that have poor lighting, ventilation, and dust and/or be exposed to high noise levels.
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid TWIC card.
Proficient with hand and power tools for equipment assembly
Strong computer skills
Strong problem-solving and logical thinking skills
Works well under time constraints and in stressful situations
Explain technical problems and solutions
Collaborates effectively with the team to meet project deadlines

#earlycareer

We aspire to ensure the safety, health and wellbeing of our employees. We do this by helping all our employees maximize their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing, both at work and at home. Learn more about Eaton's Wellness Culture Here

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 considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws. 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.

We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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About the role

This is a Mid Level role in the Engineering, Construction and Energy field (Manufacturing and hardware engineering) at Eaton. Mid-level roles usually expect some years of relevant experience and the ability to work with limited supervision.

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The city

The job is in San Diego, CA. Below is what the official statistics say about living and working there.

How San Diego compares. Among the 145 largest places in California, San Diego is #2 by population, #17 for long commutes (#1 = fewest), #116 for homeownership (#1 = highest), #39 for college degrees (#1 = most). Its county, San Diego County, is #8 of 58 counties for average pay ($82,854).

The place in numbers

San Diego has 1,389,526 residents (ACS 2020–2024), about 3.5% of the population of California. It covers 326 square miles of land, which works out to roughly 4,261 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2, 4% younger than the state median (36.2 against 37.9).

Housing

The median gross rent is $2,313 a month (rent plus utilities), 14% above the state median ($2,313 against $2,036). Over a year that is 25.7% of the median household income. US housing guidance treats housing as affordable when it takes 30% of income or less, so the typical household is under that line. The median home value is $906,700, which is 8.4 times the median household income ($108,077); a ratio above 5 usually means buying is out of reach without savings or a second income. 47.3% of households own their home, 15% below the state average (47.3% against 55.9%).

Work and pay

The San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA metropolitan area has 1,538,060 jobs in the BLS wage survey, and the median pay across all occupations is $58,690 a year, 15% above the national median ($58,690 against $50,980). The biggest occupation groups are food preparation and serving related (161,910 jobs, median $38,840); office and administrative support (155,940 jobs, median $52,940); sales and related (124,550 jobs, median $44,010). The area is most specialised in life, physical, and social science (1.7 times) and architecture and engineering (1.5 times), where the share of workers is well above the national share. The best-paying groups with at least 5,000 jobs are management ($136,440) and computer and mathematical ($129,520). In 2026M09 the unemployment rate of San Diego County was 4.7%. 65.1% of residents aged 16 and over are in the labour force. The city lies in San Diego County; its jobs, pay by industry and GDP are on the county page.

Getting around

Among workers, 62.6% drive alone, 2.7% use public transit, 3.5% walk, 21.2% work from home. 9.5% of workers commute 45 minutes or more, 51% below the state average (9.5% against 19.4%).

People and education

51.0% of adults aged 25 and over hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 38% above the state share (51.0% against 37.1%). 25.1% of residents were born outside the United States, 7% below the state share (25.1% against 27.0%). The poverty rate is 11.0%, 8% below the state rate (11.0% against 12.0%).

Climate

The warmest month is Aug, averaging 77°F (24.9°C), and the coolest is Dec at 51°F (10.7°C). About 320 mm (13 inches) of precipitation falls in a year; Feb is the wettest month (70 mm) and Jun the driest (2 mm). These values come from NASA satellite-based climatology on a grid of about 50 km, so they describe the wider area, not a weather station in the city.

Nearby cities to compare

Closest cities in this guide: El Cajon (10 miles, rent 20% lower); Chula Vista (15 miles, rent 4% lower); San Marcos (22 miles, similar rent); Escondido (22 miles, rent 12% lower). Rent differences are against San Diego; use the Compare tab to put any two cities side by side.

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Where to live

CITY Official statistics Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year (via Census Reporter) · Data: ACS 2020–2024

Places within 50 miles (straight line) of San Diego, CA that have a guide, with what living there costs. No pay estimate is shown because the title did not match one occupation.

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Place ⇅	Distance from the job city ⇅	Median rent ⇅	Median home value ⇅	Median household income ⇅	Commute 45+ min ⇅	Rent as % of occupation pay ⇅	Open jobs there ⇅
San Diego, CA	0 mi	$2,313	$906,700	$108,077	9.5%	n/a	Jobs
El Cajon, CA	10 mi	$1,856	$681,700	$67,511	10.7%	n/a	Jobs
Chula Vista, CA	15 mi	$2,229	$758,700	$108,032	17.6%	n/a	Jobs
San Marcos, CA	22 mi	$2,348	$868,000	$109,377	14.0%	n/a	—
Escondido, CA	22 mi	$2,046	$714,500	$91,967	16.8%	n/a	Jobs
Carlsbad, CA	23 mi	$2,808	$1,257,000	$142,748	16.6%	n/a	Jobs
Vista, CA	27 mi	$2,249	$762,400	$94,975	14.4%	n/a	—
Oceanside, CA	30 mi	$2,303	$770,300	$97,737	18.3%	n/a	—
Temecula, CA	47 mi	$2,347	$679,700	$121,063	35.1%	n/a	—

Career paths

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Distances

CITY Calculation (straight line) Source: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (coordinates) · Data: 2024

How far San Diego, CA is from the 20 largest US cities, in straight-line miles (not driving distance). Click a column to sort.

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From ⇅	Straight-line distance (miles) ⇅	Population of that city ⇅
San Diego, CA	0 mi	1,389,526
Los Angeles, CA	111 mi	3,857,263
Phoenix, AZ	296 mi	1,642,323
San Jose, CA	407 mi	990,138
San Francisco, CA	475 mi	830,235
Denver, CO	833 mi	718,877
Seattle, WA	1,059 mi	754,195
San Antonio, TX	1,123 mi	1,479,835
Oklahoma City, OK	1,135 mi	697,125
Fort Worth, TX	1,148 mi	963,194
Austin, TX	1,153 mi	979,539
Dallas, TX	1,181 mi	1,307,930
Houston, TX	1,298 mi	2,328,253
Chicago, IL	1,724 mi	2,711,226
Indianapolis, IN	1,782 mi	885,860
Columbus, OH	1,950 mi	914,802
Charlotte, NC	2,074 mi	903,844
Jacksonville, FL	2,085 mi	977,670
Philadelphia, PA	2,365 mi	1,579,706
New York, NY	2,427 mi	8,483,844

Nearby cities with open jobs (within 120 miles)

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City ⇅	Straight-line distance ⇅	Open jobs ⇅
El Cajon, CA	10 mi	1
Chula Vista, CA	15 mi	2
Carlsbad, CA	23 mi	3
Newport Beach, CA	69 mi	1
Irvine, CA	70 mi	21
Costa Mesa, CA	74 mi	10
Anaheim, CA	80 mi	50
Compton, CA	98 mi	3
Huntington Park, CA	102 mi	2
El Segundo, CA	106 mi	102
Culver City, CA	110 mi	6
Los Angeles, CA	111 mi	494
Beverly Hills, CA	114 mi	2
Burbank, CA	117 mi	6

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What is the Development Program: Field Service Engineer job at Eaton?

A mid level role in engineering, construction and energy (manufacturing and hardware engineering) listed 67 days ago. The full description is on this page and on The Muse.

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Median rent in San Diego is $2,313 a month and median household income $108,077 (ACS 2020–2024).

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Wages and projections: BLS OEWS (May 2025) and Employment Projections 2025–35.
City and county figures: Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024, BEA, BLS QCEW and LAUS, NASA POWER climatology; distances from Census Gazetteer coordinates.

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