R&D Engineer

ABB • Bloomfield, CT

7h • Hybrid

About The Position

The R&D Engineer contributes to ABB’s technology, software, product, and system development, identifying and implementing innovative solutions while working independently and as part of an R&D team. The role supports the Panelboards chapter, primarily the Power Panels or Lighting Panels Agile Team, in Bloomfield, Connecticut, using a hybrid work model.

The position designs and develops R&D programs and supports their implementation in manufacturing, meeting business and product requirements for function, cost, reliability, manufacturability, and safety. It applies relevant processes, standards, guidelines, requirements, and design constraints; uses solid-modeling software to create models, assemblies, detailed drawings, and bills of materials; and leads or supports projects from ideation through manufacturing implementation. The engineer also contributes to continuous improvement of the chapter’s capabilities, skills, technical knowledge, performance, and culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or a similar educational background.
• At least 5 years of experience in R&D or a related field.
• Experience in mechanical design, including 3D modeling and 2D drawing creation using PTC Creo or similar tools.
• Experience in engineering analysis.
• Able to communicate in English.
• Able to travel domestically and internationally occasionally.
• Valid U.S. work authorization and no need for employment visa sponsorship by ABB now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with electromechanical design and testing, and certification standards for electrical components or equipment such as panelboards, switchboards, or circuit breakers.
• Experience supporting New Product Introductions (NPI) in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement R&D programs in manufacturing to meet business standards and program or product requirements, including functional, cost, reliability, manufacturability, and safety requirements.
• Understand and apply relevant processes, standards, guidelines, requirements, and architectural and design constraints.
• Use solid-modeling software to create models, assemblies, detailed drawings, and bills of materials for designs that may include plastic, stamped metal, and electrically conductive parts.
• Lead and support R&D projects from ideation through manufacturing implementation, driving quality, schedule, scope, and cost targets and managing risks.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of the chapter, including developing capabilities, skills, technical knowledge, performance, and culture.

What This Job Offers

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