Associate Project Engineer

ABB • Mebane, NC

16h • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Project Engineer supports engineering activities across projects of varying sizes and complexity under the supervision of senior engineers. The role completes assigned work cost-effectively and in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards, safety requirements, and cybersecurity policies and standards. It collects project data and supports the production of engineering designs for ABB’s Electrification Distribution Solutions Division in the US. The role is on-site and reports to the Engineering Manager.

The engineer performs survey work, standard computations, analysis, and basic design tasks; prepares project documentation within the scope of assigned deliverables; and supports customer technical questions and project communications. The position also contributes to technical risk assessments, engineering workshops, and coordination with project, manufacturing, testing, commissioning, and service teams to support project execution. Assigned work must be completed on time and to quality, schedule, and cost objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering field; the posting specifies a four-year engineering degree.
• 0 to 2 years of experience in related positions.
• Knowledge or experience with low-complexity orders and electrical designs, and knowledge of electrical 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, including 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

• Perform survey work, standard computations, analysis, and basic design tasks.
• Collect project data and support the development of engineering designs.
• Exercise judgment on limited details of work, apply standard methods, and prepare project documentation within the scope of deliverables.
• Assist customers with technical issues and interact with official contacts, contractors, and other staff within the scope of deliverables.
• Support communications related to project assignments and customer meetings.
• Participate in workshops related to engineering design, tools, and processes.
• Support technical risk assessments and implement resulting project actions.
• Coordinate with project, manufacturing, testing, commissioning, and service teams to support project execution and maintain engineering deliverables.
• Ensure assigned work is completed with quality and on time, in alignment with project schedules and cost objectives.

Benefits

• Choice between two medical plan options: a PPO Copay Plan or a High Deductible Health Plan with a Health Savings Account.
• Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus.
• Vision benefit.
• Company-paid life insurance (2x base pay) and AD&D (1x base pay).
• Voluntary life and AD&D coverage, employee-paid up to maximums.
• Company-paid short-term disability for up to 26 weeks.
• Company-paid long-term disability at 60% of pay, with the ability 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 and Health Advocate support resources 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