Automotive Powertrain - Mechanical Project Engineer

ABB•Auburn Hills, MI

15h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Automotive Powertrain - Mechanical Project Engineer works with or leads ABB mechanical project teams through the acquisition and execution cycle for robotic-cell, powertrain, electric-vehicle assembly, Final Trim and Assembly (FTA), paint, and FlexWasher-based systems. The role plans, designs, and modifies machinery, equipment, and products, interfaces with customers, and translates project inputs into documented requirements that meet or exceed stakeholder expectations. Under general guidance from a supervisor or more experienced engineer, the engineer performs duties requiring judgment and application of standard engineering principles and practices. The position serves as the main customer interface for mechanical and process-focused technical issues and leads mechanical project engineering and design activities, engineering tasks, and resources to meet project schedules and budgets. It also involves completing engineering work in analysis, design, development, testing, installation, and service; preparing specifications and related documents; and reviewing and analyzing engineering data, documents, and reports. The role is hybrid and based at ABB's Auburn Hills, Michigan facility. It reports to the Mechanical Engineering Manager and is part of ABB's Robotics business.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in the automotive process and automation field.
Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Must possess work authorization to work permanently in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Design experience with robotic end-of-arm tools (EOAT), powertrain or EV assembly machines, and FTA or automotive part fixtures.
Proven success working in cross-functional project teams with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to build strong customer relationships through technical expertise in automation, powertrain or EV assembly, paint, or high-pressure/deburr washer applications.
Strong organizational skills and ability to meet project schedules and budgets.
Commitment to delivering a high-quality customer experience.
Ability to minimize rework by ensuring accuracy and precision in engineering deliverables.

Responsibilities

Work with or lead ABB mechanical project teams through the acquisition and execution cycle for robotic-cell, powertrain, electric-vehicle assembly, FTA, paint, and FlexWasher-based systems.
Plan, design, and modify machinery, equipment, and products.
Interface with customers and translate project inputs into documented requirements that meet or exceed stakeholder expectations.
Serve as the main customer interface for mechanical and process-focused technical issues.
Plan and lead mechanical project engineering and design activities.
Enforce adherence to established ABB and customer specifications.
Lead engineering tasks and resources to maintain project schedule and budget requirements.
Perform engineering tasks involving analysis, design, development, testing, installation, and service, using instructions, drawings, proposals, specifications, vendor quotations, standard solutions, and other relevant information.
Prepare specifications and related documents in accordance with requirements, established formats, and general instructions.
Review and analyze engineering data, documents, and reports.