Automotive Paint Mechanical Project Engineer

ABB Inc.

Auburn Hills (MI)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
401k Savings Plan
Paid holidays
Parental leave
Employee discount program

Job summary

ABB in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to act as a design authority on projects with low to medium complexity. You will apply design thinking and lead mechanical engineering tasks on small to mid-size projects, interfacing with automotive robotics teams.

The role requires a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and at least 1 year of project engineering experience, with proficiency in AutoCAD and SolidWorks, and knowledge of hydraulic/pneumatic systems.

Qualifications

  • Degree in Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering is required with a minimum of 1 year of Project Engineering experience.
  • Understanding of Fluids Schematics, design, build, troubleshoot Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems is required.
  • Prior experience with AutoCAD and SolidWorks is required.
  • Understanding of FEA - Finite Element Analysis is preferred.
  • Knowledge of the paint process methodology in Automated Paint Applications is preferred.
  • Excellent communication skills, fluent in English.
  • Candidates must have work authorization to work in the US.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluating, selecting, and applying standard techniques and procedures to perform engineering assignments.
  • Providing technical support for testing, installation, and commissioning activities.
  • Assisting in preparing proposal/presentation of engineering projects.
  • Utilizing checklists to perform design verification according to applicable standards and engineering guidelines.
  • Main customer interface on technical issues (mechanical and process focused).
  • Actively plan and lead/ perform mechanical engineering and design activities for respective projects.
  • Enforce project team use of ABB internal processes and procedures.
  • Actively perform engineering, and lead engineering resources as required to maintain project schedule and budget requirements.
  • Enforce adherence to established customer specifications.

Skills

AutoCAD
SolidWorks
FEA
English fluency
Hydraulic systems
Pneumatic systems
Project engineering

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD
SolidWorks

Job description

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we'll give you what you need to make it happen. It won't always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you'll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

This role sits within ABB's Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. We're entering an exciting new chapter as we've announced the plan for SoftBank Group to acquire ABB Robotics. SoftBank is a globally recognized technology group and investor/operator focused on AI, robotics, and next-generation computing. By joining us now, you'll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics-working alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment.

This Position reports to:

Mechanical Engineering Manager

In this role, you will have the opportunity to act as a design authority for an engineering discipline with low to medium complexity. Each day, you will complete assignments on small projects or portions of larger projects in a cost-effective manner. You will also showcase your expertise by applying basic design thinking/design for excellence concepts in projects.

This role is contributing to the PPA (Paint Process and Applications) Group in Auburn Hills, MI; your main stakeholders are Automotive Robotics.

The work model for the role is: Onsite in Auburn Hills, MI

Your role and responsibilities:
  • Evaluating, selecting, and applying standard techniques and procedures to perform engineering assignments.
  • Providing technical support for testing, installation, and commissioning activities.
  • Assisting in preparing proposal/presentation of engineering projects.
  • Utilizing checklists to perform design verification according to applicable standards and engineering guidelines.
  • Main customer interface on technical issues (mechanical and process focused).
  • Actively plan and lead/ perform mechanical engineering and design activities for respective projects.
  • Enforce project team use of ABB internal processes and procedures.
  • Actively perform engineering, and lead engineering resources as required to maintain project schedule and budget requirements.
  • Enforce adherence to established customer specifications.
Our Team Dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

You will be mainly accountable for:
  • Complete assignments on small and large projects in a cost-effective manner and in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards, safety requirements, and cybersecurity policies and standards.
  • Supporting Paint Process Applications for Automotive Robotics; understanding of automated paint applications.
  • Utilize AutoCAD for 2D drafting and SolidWorks for 3D modeling.
Qualifications for the role:
  • Degree in Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering is required along with a minimum of 1 year of Project Engineering experience.
  • Understanding of Fluids Schematics, design, build, troubleshoot Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems is required.
  • Prior experience with both AutoCAD and SolidWorks is required.
  • Understanding of FEA - Finite Element Analysis (Design Structure, Run Analysis, Understand Risks Associated with Structural Design, etc.) is preferred.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the paint process methodology in Automated Paint Applications is preferred; passionate about constantly learning new technologies with robotics and automation.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, fluent in English language.
  • Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.
More about us:

ABB Robotics is a pioneer in robotics, machine automation and digital services, providing innovative solutions for a diverse range of industries, from automotive to electronics and logistics. As one of the world’s leading robotics and machine automation suppliers, we have shipped more than 500,000 robot solutions. We help our customers of all sizes to increase productivity, flexibility and simplicity!

What's in it for you

We want you to bring your full self to work-your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You'll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affinitive 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 the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affinitive 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 US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]

Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on "Candidate/Guest" to learn more

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. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.

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