R&D Engineer

ABB•Mebane, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

ABB Electrification Distribution Solutions (ELDS) are a global leader in power distribution solutions, delivering pioneering low and medium-voltage innovations and services. We care about your tomorrow, providing solutions for a smarter, safer, environmentally friendly, and more reliable flow and distribution of electricity. As R&D Design Engineer, you will work on ABB’s leading Low Voltage technology platforms, including Switchgear, Motor Control Center and Busway, developing new products that address critical market demands and meeting requirements, fully compliant with relevant ANSI - IEEE, NEMA & UL standards. As an integral member of our R&D team, you’ll enjoy an open and innovative culture with clear technology vision and strategy. This position will work with cross-functional teams and is responsible for concept development, technical analysis, electrical testing, detailed design and documentation release within Creo and Windchill systems. This position supports the development of products to meet customer needs in a fast paced, multiple project environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering required, (Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred) with a minimum of 1+ years of experience in product development and design of related electrical equipment, preferably with electrical power distribution equipment such as power protection, motor controllers, switchgears, busways, etc.
Strong CAD 3D software modeling experience is required; prefer direct design experience using ProE/Creo and PTC Windchill in a product research and development environment
Must have strong analytical skills with a solutions-oriented, engineering problem solving mindset.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-site/multi-country project team environment, as well as working independently to support and deliver effective solutions for assigned engineering projects required.
Simulations for dielectric, static or dynamic forces.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Must have ability to travel domestically and internationally – estimated up to 20%.
Candidates must already have a work authorization that allows them to work for ABB in United States.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Agile method of work planning preferred.
Type Testing knowledge at independent labs.
Knowledge of circuit breaker design, instrument transformer and operation principles of protection in electrical power systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

Develop 3D modeling new product designs, identify cost reductions, and make design modifications of ANSI Low Voltage Motor Control Center & Switchgear.
Work closely with Product Managers, Project Managers and leadership team throughout the product development life cycle in a highly collaborative team environment.
Document product robustness using simulations, analysis and testing methods.
Develop test samples according to test plan and evaluate test results with technical experts and overseeing agency representatives.
Facilitate cross-functional design reviews, analyze concepts, and evaluate cost effectiveness of the component/assembly designs.
Prepare and maintain product documentation, instruction manuals, project documentation, and design & test documentation.

Benefits

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
Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks
Employee Assistance Program
Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
Employee discount program
401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
11 paid holidays.
Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.