ABB Ltd

R&D Senior Mechanical Engineer

ABB Ltd$95K — $115K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering and 8+ years electric motors or rotating equipment design experience.
  • Competence in advanced design methodologies (FEA) and manufacturing processes.
  • Strong skills in detailed documentation and engineering record-keeping.
  • Proficient in mechanical performance fundamentals and related manufacturing processes.
  • Proficiency in engineering analysis and technical presentations, with preferred Master’s degree and certifications.

Responsibilities

  • Lead electric motor design and performance optimization projects.
  • Conduct advanced technical analyses focusing on airflow, vibration, and sound levels.
  • Drive design initiatives with a focus on cost reduction and manufacturability.
  • Mentor junior engineers while fostering a collaborative environment.
  • Develop comprehensive testing programs and validate product performance.

Benefits

  • Choice of medical and dental plans, including options with Health Savings Accounts.
  • Company paid life and disability insurance.
  • Paid parental leave and an employee assistance program for health support.
  • 401k savings plan with company contributions and employee stock acquisition options.
  • Employee discount program and supplemental benefits available.
Full Job Description
This position reports to:
Engineering Manager

The work model for the role is: Onsite #LI-Onsite

Your role and responsibilities:

We're seeking an experienced electric motor design engineer to drive technical excellence and innovation. In this role, you'll solve complex engineering challenges independently, mentor junior team members, and contribute to R&D initiatives that create business value. You'll lead design optimization projects, manage comprehensive testing programs, and collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality products that meet customer needs and industry standards.

Our Team Dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

You will be mainly accountable for:
  • Electric Motor Design & Analysis - Expert-level competence in motor design, performance optimization, and complex problem-solving using both FEA and closed-form solutions
  • Advanced Technical Analysis - Proficiency in airflow, vibration, and sound level analysis with ability to pro-pose and validate improvement opportunities
  • Design Leadership & Optimization - Experience leading design initiatives with focus on manufacturing considerations, cost reduction, and comprehensive testing and validation
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration & Innovation - Skilled at working across technical and functional teams, generating IP, documenting findings for diverse audiences, and translating business drivers into technical solutions


Qualifications for the role:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering and 8+ years experience with Electric Motors or rotating equipment design including knowledge in advanced design methodologies (FEA), manufacturing processes, and customer support experience.
  • Proven ability to create accurate documentation, detailed drawings, BOMs, and engineering records, while supporting design changes and revisions.
  • Strong command of mechanical performance fundamentals while considering manufacturing processes such as die casting, machining, stamping, plastic molding, and fabrication.
  • Proficiency in engineering analysis, data reporting, and technical presentations.
  • Preferred Experience Includes: Master's Degree in Engineering, Lean Six Sigma or PMP Certifications, SAP, Ansys, and SolidWorks CSWP. Working knowledge of UL, CSA, CE, IEEE, IEC, NEMA regulatory compliance
  • Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.


ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]

Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on "Candidate/Guest" to learn more

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
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 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 off

ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.

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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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