Human Resources Director, Critical Power Solutions; CPS

Overview

Eaton’s Critical Power Solutions (CPS) division is seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Human Resources to lead HR for a high-growth business at the forefront of powering mission-critical infrastructure. This position is based at Eaton's Raleigh, NC location and relocation assistance is offered.

This position will lead the HR Strategy for a $1.2B+ Energy Innovator Driving the Future of Power Resilience. With approximately 1,600 employees across five manufacturing/distribution sites and a nationwide service organization, CPS delivers innovative solutions that power data centers, healthcare, industrial, and commercial infrastructure.

This role reports directly to the SVP/GM of CPS and partners with senior leadership to align HR strategy with business goals, shape an inclusive and high-performance culture, and build organizational capability during an exciting period of transformation and operational expansion.

• Strategic Leadership & Organizational Effectiveness:
  Serve as a strategic advisor to the SVP/GM and CPS leadership team, aligning HR programs with business priorities.
• Champion a culture of inclusion, safety, and accountability rooted in Eaton’s values and “Doing Business Right” philosophy.
• Assess organizational health across sites, identify cultural gaps, and implement targeted interventions to drive engagement and performance.
• Represent Eaton externally through community partnerships and employer associations to strengthen brand and talent pipelines.
• Provide HR leadership with M&A activities and integrations.
• Talent Strategy & Development:
  Shape and execute the division’s talent strategy to attract, develop, and retain top talent aligned with CPS’s growth trajectory.
• Own succession planning and high-potential development, ensuring a robust leadership pipeline.
• Lead competitive compensation and recognition programs that reinforce performance, motivation, and retention.
• HR Functional Excellence:
  Lead and develop a team of 15+ HR professionals, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Drive HR operational excellence through deployment of Eaton Business System (EBS) tools and enterprise-wide best practices.
• Promote knowledge sharing across CPS and the broader Eaton HR community to scale innovation and consistency.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum ten (10) years of progressive HR experience
• Minimum two (2) years people leadership experience
• Experience in manufacturing or field-based organizations

Note:

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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or HR certification preferred.

• Ability to travel up to 25%.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. employment laws and compliance practices.
• Business Acumen:
  Ability to anticipate talent needs and align HR strategy with technical and operational goals.
• Workforce Analytics:
  Translate data into actionable insights; influence decisions through compelling storytelling.
• Coaching & Assessment:
  Trusted advisor on talent and organizational matters; closes capability gaps to drive results.
• Organizational Design:
  Leads strategic change to optimize structure, process, and talent alignment.
• Change Enablement:
  Guides leaders through transformation using data-driven insights and a people-first approach.

At Eaton, we strive to provide compensation and benefits that attract, engage, and retain the best talent. This includes competitive pay and a variety of benefit programs for eligible employees. The expected annual salary range for this role is $ - $ per year. This role is also eligible for a variable incentive program. The salary information shown above is a general guideline and may vary based on candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

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