ABB Ltd

R&D Mechanical Engineer - Product Support

ABB Ltd$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in mechanical or electrical engineering.
  • 5 years of relevant experience preferred.
  • Bilingual in French and English, with English proficiency for external communication.
  • Experience in modeling and technical drawing.
  • Project management experience is a plus.
  • Familiarity with CSA, UL, or other relevant certification codes is valuable.
  • Background in sheet metal and plastic injection molding is beneficial.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute reliably to R&D and cross-functional projects.
  • Serve as the maintenance support contact for product lines.
  • Ensure product safety through rigorous specification and validation processes.
  • Leverage technical expertise to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
  • Participate in product maintenance initiatives including quality resolutions and production changes.
  • Support innovation through testing, brainstorming sessions, and creating drawings.
  • Manage project objectives effectively, identifying and mitigating risks.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with a mix of on-site and remote work.
  • Opportunity to contribute to innovative R&D projects.
  • Engagement with a reputable industry leader in electrification products.
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and processes.
  • A collaborative team environment fostering professional growth.
Full Job Description
This Position reports to:
R&D Team Lead

As a Mechanical Engineer - Product Support, you will have the opportunity to support the strategic direction of technologies by bringing your own ideas to identify, propose, and implement innovative technologies, software, and solutions.

Every day, you will assist the Research & Development (R&D) team by carrying out assigned tasks and applying your technical knowledge in a structured manner. You will also showcase your expertise by staying up to date with the latest advancements and actively applying this knowledge.

This role contributes to ABB Canada's Electrification, Installation Products division and is based in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu.

The work model is hybrid, with several days per week on site at the plant.

Responsibilities:
  • Act as a reliable contributor to R&D, supply chain, quality, and manufacturing projects.
  • Serve as the point of contact for maintenance requests and support for a product portfolio.
  • Promote product safety by demonstrating rigor in creating specifications, conducting FMEA, and validating quality criteria.
  • Use technical expertise within your area of competence to solve problems.
  • Contribute to product maintenance projects such as supplier changes, production change requests, quality issue resolutions, etc.
  • Support R&D innovation projects by performing technical tests, participating in creative sessions, creating product drawings, etc.
  • Contribute to achieving assigned objectives (quality, deadlines, scope, costs) and identify and manage risks.
  • Be familiar with some of the key success factors for ABB in your field and carry out activities aligned with the current strategic direction.
  • Ensure project management responsibilities.


Requirements:
  • Degree in mechanical or electrical engineering.
  • Ideally 5 years of experience in similar functions.
  • Bilingual French-English. English is required to communicate with clients outside Quebec.
  • Experience in modeling and technical drawing.
  • Project management experience: an asset.
  • Knowledge of CSA, UL, or other certification codes and standards: an asset.
  • Experience with sheet metal: an asset.
  • Experience with plastic injection molding: an asset.
  • Proactive, demonstrating leadership by taking initiative when the situation requires it.
  • Demonstrate rigor in all tasks and actions performed.


About ABB Ltd

ABB Ltd is a Swiss multinational corporation that specializes in electrical equipment. The company was founded in 1988 and is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. ABB operates in a variety of industries, including power generation, transmission, and distribution, as well as automation and robotics. The company's products and services are used in a range of applications, from electric vehicles to renewable energy systems. ABB has a global presence, with operations in more than 100 countries. The company is committed to sustainability and has set ambitious targets for reducing its environmental impact.
Learn more about ABB Ltd
Size
104,400 employees
Market Cap
$59.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$5.1 billion
Founded
1988
5 Year Trend
+3%
Revenue
$26.1 billion
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