Associate Designer

ABB; Mebane (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Life & Disability

401k Savings Plan

11 paid holidays

Job summary

ABB Distribution Solutions in the US seeks an Electrical Designer to create electrical connection diagrams using ANSI Air Insulated Switchgear knowledge. The role focuses on advanced design techniques and improving operations.

The position reports to the Engineering Manager and is an on-site role based in Mebane, NC. You will contribute to engineering design, safety, and quality requirements while supporting BOM accuracy and project obligations.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Engineering Technology or related field with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and knowledge in power systems.
• Authorization to legally work in the US.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Create electrical connection diagrams requiring ANSI Air Insulated Switchgear knowledge.
• Proactively seek and implement initiatives to improve operations and customer satisfaction.
• Support design assignments to meet contractual obligations with safety, cybersecurity, and quality requirements.
• Ensure BOM for the project meets contractual obligations.
• Assist technical risk assessments and implement resulting actions.
• Participate in workshops on engineering design, tools, and processes.

Skills

Reading electrical diagrams

Power systems knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Creative initiative

Problem solving

Education

Associates degree in Engineering Technology

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SAP

Windchill

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Project

PowerPoint

Job description

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: Engineering Manager

ABB Distribution Solutions empowers smarter business operations by connecting equipment, software, and services to protect, control, and optimize assets within electrical infrastructures. Across multiple energy-intensive industries, the business provides customers with end-to-end product and service solutions that help ensure the reliability and protection of their electrical infrastructure.

The electrical designer will create electrical connection diagrams that require knowledge of ANSI Air Insulated Switchgear to effectively achieve objectives. Assignments typically require the use of advanced and innovative techniques. Also, will proactively seek and implement initiatives to improve operations and increase customer satisfaction.

The work model for the role is: On-site {}

This role contributes to the Electrification Distribution Solutions Division in the US.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Creating electrical connection diagrams that require knowledge of ANSI Air Insulated Switchgear to effectively achieve objectives. Assignments typically require the use of advanced and innovative techniques.
• Proactively seek and implement initiatives to improve operations and increase customer satisfaction.
• Supporting the preparation of specific aspects of design assignments to meet the contractual obligations, adhering to safety, cybersecurity, and quality requirements.
• Ensuring that Bill of Materials for the project meets contractual obligations.
• Assisting technical risk assessments and implements the resulting actions in their projects.
• Participating in workshops pertaining to engineering design, tools, and processes.

Qualifications For The Role

• Associates degree in Engineering Technology or a related field and 2+ years of relevant experience in Manufacturing, Customer Application Engineering, or Electrical Design.
• Authorization to legally work in the US.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and knowledge in power systems and protection-related matters.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Must be self-motivated with a high level of creativity.
• Complex problem-solving skills required.
• Experience in dealing with the cultural diversity of a global business environment..

Desirable Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment and specifically with control wiring.
• Experience with electrical distribution equipment.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD (recent version) or equivalent computer aided design platform.
• Computer Aided Design certification or degree preferred.
• Familiarity and practical experience with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint, SAP, Windchill and other applicable software
• Knowledge of the Spanish language is a plus.

What's in it for you:

We give you the space to lead, the support to grow, and the chance to make a difference. Whether you're solving problems, building something new, or helping others succeed, your impact is real. You’ll be part of a team that values your voice and celebrates your progress.

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to [e-mail]. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

ABB Benefit Summary For Eligible US Employees

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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
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
• Employee discount program

Retirement

• 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
• Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

Time off

ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions.

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