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Eaton Development Program: Technical Sales

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Eaton Development Program: Technical Sales

Arden, NC
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    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. As part of these programs, you'll dive headfirst into real-world problems, honing the skills you need to develop into a top-tier leader. 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. And now for the best part - you won't be on a solo mission. You'll team up with seasoned leaders, gaining diverse experiences that'll drive you forward to reach your career goals.

    What sets our Early Talent 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.
    • Role Exploration: In our programs, you'll explore various roles early on. This allows you to build your skills and maximize your potential for future roles.
    • Strategic Networking: Collaborate with senior leaders with mentorship programs woven into your experience.
    • Global Perspectives: Our Development Program spans diverse businesses and locations. Relocating to an endorsed Eaton site is a required part of the adventure, enhancing your learning and maximizing program benefits.

    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 $78,000 a year. This position offers a one-time $6,000 signing bonus.

    What you’ll do:

    The Technical Sales Development Programis within Eaton’s Electrical Sector and incorporates field sales training with challenging product and leadership training. This 2-year rotational program consists of two 1-year rotations and will provide exposure to multiple salesroles across the U.S. Eaton sales offices. Participants will learn to sell electrical products and solutions, and bring value to distributors, contractors, consultants, and end customers.

    Potential Assignments Include:

    • Project Engineer, Project Management Organization
    • Technical Support Engineer, Technical Resource Center
    • OEM Account Engineer
    • CPDI (Critical Power & Digital Infrastructure) Account Engineer
    • Inside Sales Engineer

    After completion of the program, your experience and newly acquired skills could lead you in a variety of leadership career pathswithin sales, manufacturing, or operations.

    Required (Basic) Qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a graduation date before August 2025
    • Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8
    • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorshipnow and in the future
    • Minimum of one internship or co-op experience or an equivalent of 3 months of work experience completed at the time of this application
    • Must be geographically flexible to relocate within the United States

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Overall cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher
    • Demonstrated leadership experience within campus and/or community
    • Ability to speak a second language
    • Enrolled in an engineering or business degree from an accredited institution

    Position Criteria:

    • The first assignment will be in Asheville, NC. The second assignment will be in a district sales office within the United States. Locations include by are not limited to: Cincinatti, OH; Philadelphia, PA; Charlotte, NC; Dallas, TX; Phoenix, AZ
    • This role may include travel (up to 25%) within a local region as determined by the Technical Sales assignment manager
    • This role may require the employee to maintain a valid and unrestricted driver’s license

    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

    The application window for this position is anticipated to close on April 1, 2025.

    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.

  • Industry
    Manufacturing
  • About Us

    Every day, all around the world, people depend on technology, transportation, energy, and infrastructure to live and work. With rapid growth in electrification, an energy transition driven by climate change, and explosive growth in connectivity, we’re well-positioned to solve the world’s toughest electrical and mechanical power management challenges. Because that’s what really matters. And we’re here to make sure it works. ​