R&D Manager
About The Position
At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world. This position reports to: VP, Regional Business Line Manager - Induction Motors __ Your role and responsibilities (Mandatory) Lead the North American R&D agenda for large‑frame NEMA and North American standard compliant motors and generators, turning market needs into manufacturable, cost‑effective products customers trust. Manage U.S. team and coordinate with global engineering hubs, owning roadmap execution and standards certification from concept through to productization. The work model for the role is: Onsite in Greenville, SC. This role supports the Motion High Power Division.
Requirements
- BS in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or related
- 10+ years in rotating electrical machines
- 5+ years managing or leading engineering teams
- Required experience in designing large motors, including but not limited to induction motors, high speed and low speed synchronous motors, generators, etc.
- Track record delivering compliant products; hands‑on ownership of certification, audits, and sustaining changes.
- Strong portfolio/program management and process improvement
- Excellent communication, influence, and collaboration across functions and regions.
- Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
- Experience managing global direct and indirect engineering reports.
- In-depth knowledge of electro-mechanical motor theory.
- Previous experience writing and presenting white/papers or technical demonstrations at related trade shows and events.
- Lean/Six Sigma exposure preferred.
Responsibilities
- Set the technology strategy & roadmap (3–5 years): Build and align North America’s product/technology roadmap with global strategy; translate into clear release plans and business outcomes.
- Own the project portfolio & execution: Prioritize programs, allocate resources, and drive on‑time/on‑budget delivery; improve development processes, tools, and quality standards to increase throughput and first‑time‑right results.
- Lead certification & compliance (UL & CSA): Define strategy, manage listings and test plans, interface with certification bodies, and control engineering changes to maintain compliance for NA products.
- Provide senior technical leadership: Guide design guidelines, documentation, and complex problem‑solving in rotating machinery; act as the technical escalation point for internal and external stakeholders.
- Partner across the business: Convert voice‑of‑customer and North American market requirements into engineering targets; collaborate with Product Management, Supply Chain, Operations, and Sales; represent the company in relevant technical bodies and with universities.
- Build and develop teams (US + global sites): Define structure, roles, and competencies; coach and grow engineering talent; foster a culture of safety, integrity, and innovation across time zones.
- Manage budget, risk & IP: Own yearly & multi‑year R&D budgets and KPI reporting; identify and mitigate technical/program risks; support protection of newly created IP.
Benefits
- 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.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
