This position reports to:R&D Department/Local Unit Lead
Your role and responsibilities In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to ABB's success with technology, software, product, and system development. Each day, you will identify and implement innovative solutions to relevant problems. You will also showcase your expertise by providing ideas and by being able to work both independently and as a part of a Research & Development (R&D) team.
The work model for the role is: #LI-onsite
This role is contributing to the Electrification Distribution Solutions in Mebane, NC.
You will be mainly accountable for:
- Support the development of new product designs of non-arc and arc resistant medium-voltage switchgear (Metal-Enclosed, Metal-Clad).
- Engage in cost optimization initiatives and design enhancements to maintain technology leadership in alignment with the company's strategic objectives.
- Collaborate closely with Product Managers, Project Managers, and R&D Engineers throughout the product development lifecycle to ensure customer feedback is incorporated into design solutions.
- Validate product robustness through simulations, analytical methods, and physical testing.
- Organize and conduct design reviews, evaluating concepts for technical feasibility and cost-effectiveness.
- Prepare and maintain detailed documentation including instruction manuals, project records, and design/test reports to ensure product performance and compliance.
- Provide technical guidance to cross-functional teams for supplier selection and component evaluation.
Qualifications for the role- Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering (Mechanical or Electrical preferred).
- Minimum 2 years of R&D experience in the electrical power equipment industry required.
- Experience in the mechanical design of Low or Medium Voltage ANSI switchgear, Motor Control Centers, or similar complex electrical/mechanical equipment.
- Working knowledge of simulation software (Dielectric, thermal, structural) desired.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD and PLM tools-SolidWorks or Creo with Windchill preferred.
- Knowledge of relevant industry standards. (ANSI, IEEE, NEMA, and UL.)
- Experience supporting type tests at internal and external laboratories.
- Travel up to 10%, both domestically and internationally.
- Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.
What's in it for you We want you to bring your full self to work-your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You'll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.
ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]
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Health, Life & Disability- Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
- Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
- Vision benefit
- Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
- Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
- Voluntary life and AD&D - 100% employee paid up to maximums
- Short Term Disability - up to 26 weeks - Company paid
- Long Term Disability - 60% of pay - Company paid. Ability to "buy-up" to 66 2/3% of pay.
- Supplemental benefits - 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
- Parental Leave - up to 6 weeks
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
- Employee discount program
Retirement- 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
- Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
Time offABB provides 11 paid holidays. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
