Associate Mechanical Design Engineer

ABB • Mebane, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

ABB is hiring an Associate Mechanical Design Engineer for its Electrification Distribution Solutions Division in the US. The role supports engineering activities on projects of varying sizes and complexity under the supervision of senior engineers. Work includes low-complexity orders and special designs, using 3D modeling and CAD tools to develop engineering solutions. The engineer collects data and supports production of engineering designs, completing tasks cost-effectively and in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards, safety requirements, and cybersecurity policies and standards.

The position focuses on mechanical design for electrical distribution equipment, specifically ANSI Air Insulated Switchgear. It is an on-site role reporting to the Engineering Manager. The engineer works under senior guidance and independently within their scope, supports customers on technical issues, interacts with official contacts, contractors, and other staff, and participates in engineering design, tools, and process workshops.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field for four-year engineering degree holders.
• 0 to 2 years of experience in related positions.
• Knowledge or experience with low-complexity orders and mechanical designs, and knowledge of mechanical design principles and engineering fundamentals.
• Previous experience or knowledge with a recent version of AutoCAD or an equivalent computer-aided design platform.
• Previous experience with 3D design using Creo, SolidWorks, or equivalent design platforms.
• Familiarity with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint, and other applicable software.
• Strong interpersonal skills, self-motivation, creativity, complex problem-solving skills, independent thinking and decision-making abilities, and attention to detail and accuracy.
• Authorization to legally work in the US.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge or experience working in a manufacturing environment, specifically with steel or copper fabrication.
• Knowledge or experience with electrical distribution equipment.
• Computer Aided Design certification or degree.
• Internship or co-op experience in mechanical design or manufacturing.
• Knowledge of ANSI Air Insulated Switchgear.
• Familiarity with NEC, ANSI, and IEEE standards.
• Knowledge of SAP or Windchill.
• Knowledge of Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Create mechanical designs for electrical distribution equipment, specifically ANSI Air Insulated Switchgear.
• Work under the guidance of senior engineers and make independent decisions about mechanical designs.
• Perform survey work, standard computations, analysis, and basic design tasks.
• Exercise judgment on limited details of work and apply standard methods.
• Prepare project documentation within the scope of assigned deliverables.
• Assist customers with technical issues and interact with official contacts, contractors, and other staff within the scope of deliverables.
• Support communication related to specific assignments or meetings.
• Participate in workshops related to engineering design, tools, and processes.
• Collect data and support production of engineering designs using 3D modeling and CAD tools.
• Complete work in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards, safety requirements, and cybersecurity policies and standards.

Benefits

• Choice between two medical plan options: a PPO Copay Plan or a High Deductible Health Plan with a Health Savings Account.
• Choice between Core and Core Plus dental plans.
• Vision benefit.
• Company-paid life insurance equal to 2 times base pay.
• Company-paid AD&D equal to 1 times base pay.
• Voluntary life and AD&D coverage, employee-paid.
• Company-paid short-term disability, up to 26 weeks.
• Company-paid long-term disability at 60% of pay, with the option to buy up to 66 2/3% of pay.
• Supplemental employee-paid benefits, including accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and pet insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Health Advocate support for mental and behavioral health, general health navigation, virtual health, and infertility/adoption.
• Employee discount program.
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company contributions.
• Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP).
• 11 paid holidays.
• Vacation based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level