Associate Project Engineer

ABB; Mebane (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB in the United States seeks an entry-level Mechanical or Electrical Engineer to support design tasks under supervision. You will contribute to survey work, basic design, and documentation, while learning to apply standards and safety requirements.

This onsite role, within the Electrification Distribution Solutions Division, requires a BS degree, 0–2 years of experience, and CAD proficiency (AutoCAD, Creo/SolidWorks). You will collaborate with customers and engineers on projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 0–2 years of engineering experience.
• Experience with low complexity orders and mechanical designs.
• Proficient with AutoCAD (recent version) or equivalent CAD platform.
• Experience with 3D design including Creo or SolidWorks.
• Familiar with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint, SAP, Windchill, and other applicable software.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Performing survey work, standard computations, analysis, and basic design tasks.
• Exercising judgment on limited details of work and on implementation of standard methods and preparing project documentation.
• Assisting customers on technical issues and interacting with official contacts, contractors, and other staff.
• Supporting in communication pertaining to specific assignments or meetings.
• Participating in workshops related to engineering design, tools, and processes.

Skills

AutoCAD

Creo/SolidWorks

MS Office

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Creo

SolidWorks

Windchill

SAP

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

In this role, you will have the opportunity to support engineering activities in all types of project sizes and complexities, under the supervision of senior engineers. Each day, you will complete the tasks cost-effectively and in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards, safety requirements, and cybersecurity policies and standards. You will also showcase your expertise by collecting data and supporting production of the engineering design.

The work model for the role is: Onsite

This role is contributing to the Electrification Distribution Solutions Division in the US.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Performing survey work, standard computations, analysis, and basic design tasks.
• Exercising judgment on limited details of work and on application of standard methods and preparing project documentation within your scope of deliverables.
• Assisting customers on technical issues and interacting with official contacts, contractors, and other staff within your scope of deliverables.
• Supporting in communication pertaining to specific assignments or meetings.
• Participating in workshops related to engineering design, tools, and processes.

Our team dynamics

You will join a talented and high performing team, where you will be able to thrive.

Qualifications For The Role

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related engineering field
• Entry level position for 4-year engineering degree holders with 0-2 years of experience
• Experience with low complexity orders and mechanical designs
• Proficient with AutoCAD (recent version) or equivalent computer-aided design platform
• Experience with 3D design including use of Creo, SolidWorks, or equivalent design platforms
• Familiar with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint, SAP, Windchill, and
• other applicable software
• Knowledge of mechanical design principles and engineering fundamentals
• Strong interpersonal skills