Senior Associate Design Engineer

Hubbell Incorporated•Village of LeRoy, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Associate Design Engineer is responsible for the development of new products and the enhancement of existing products, including high-voltage bushings. This role involves close collaboration with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional internal teams, such as marketing, engineering, and operations, to ensure that the company’s key performance metrics are achieved. The successful candidate will create and maintain detailed 3D models and engineering drawings, as well as develop and analyze Finite Element Analysis (FEA) models to support product design, validation, and optimization efforts. The Design Engineer will contribute throughout the product lifecycle, from concept development through production support.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field, required
1-2 years of relevant professional experience, required
Ability to work effectively as a team player while also performing independently with minimal supervision
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
Demonstrated analytical capabilities and strong technical writing skills
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints
Proficiency in working with both English and metric units interchangeably
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Fundamental understanding of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) theory and underlying mathematics
Hands-on experience with FEA software such as ANSYS, SolidWorks Simulation, Inventor, COMSOL, or similar tools is required, with demonstrated examples of prior work
Willingness to travel up to 10%, both domestically and internationally, occasionally on short notice

Nice To Haves

Examples of completed work or reports (for analytical capabilities and technical writing skills)
Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) and analysis software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar tools is preferred

Responsibilities

Execute assigned new product development projects for high-voltage bushings and related products
Design standard and engineered-to-order products, including performing electrical, mechanical, and thermal calculations, and preparing, reviewing, and approving engineering drawings and design documentation
Develop detailed 3D models and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) models to evaluate mechanical, thermal, and electrical performance using commercial CAD and analysis software
Provide technical guidance and leadership to technicians during electrical testing and other assigned product validation tests
Participate in quality assurance activities, including root cause and failure analysis conducted independently or jointly with customers, and prepare detailed electronic technical reports
Participate in factory process reviews and propose, present, and help implement initiatives focused on cost reduction and productivity improvements
Collaborate with vendors on component design, material selection, and the evaluation of new materials
Work directly with customers via video conference, email, phone, or through the Marketing team on specification reviews, product recommendations, and troubleshooting of testing or performance issues
Travel domestically and internationally to visit customer sites, factories, facilities, and substations as required
Deliver technical presentations to customers, both remotely and in person at customer locations
Participate in national standard meetings and represent the company in professional organizations such as IEEE and CSA
Collaborate with corporate teams on strategic initiatives, including Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA)