Mechanical Designer

BlackBerry Inc.; Flowery Branch (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k plan

Employee stock plan

Parental leave

Job summary

ABB’s NEMA Motors Division seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer to create and release custom electric motor designs and related engineering docs for customer orders.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Sales, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to ensure requirements, performance, and on‑time delivery, using SAP, SolidWorks PDM, and established processes.

The role emphasizes accuracy, manufacturability, and continuous improvement in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred.
• Associate’s degree in Mechanical Design/Drafting with experience also acceptable.
• 4+ years relevant experience with a high school diploma.
• Authorization to work in the US is required.

Responsibilities

• Creates, modifies, and releases custom electric motor designs and engineering docs for customer orders.
• Develops and updates manufacturing, fabrication, and assembly specs for low to medium complexity apps.
• Collaborates with manufacturing, sales, and cross-functional teams to meet requirements and quality targets.
• Maintains engineering drawings, BOMs, specs, and documentation for orders.
• Supports design changes, configurations, and technical solutions for customers.
• Uses SAP and engineering tools to manage docs and drive improvement.

Skills

Complex part & assembly modeling

GD&T

Tolerance analysis

Manufacturing processes

Excel

PowerPoint

SolidWorks PDM

CSWP Certification

FEA / simulation tools

SAP / PLM systems

Regulatory compliance (UL/CSA/IEEE/NEM

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Design/Drafting

High School Diploma + 4+ years experience

Tools

SolidWorks PDM

SolidWorks CSWP

SAP

PLM systems

FEA tools

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:Mechanical Engineering Supervisor - PD__The work model for the role is: Onsite #LI-OnsiteYour role and responsibilities:Creates, modifies, and releases custom electric motor designs and associated engineering documentation for customer orders. Develops and updates manufacturing, fabrication, and assembly specifications for low to medium complexity applications using established engineering practices and standard product platforms. Collaborates with manufacturing, sales, and cross-functional teams to ensure customer requirements, product performance, quality, and production objectives are met.Our Team DynamicsOur 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:Create, maintain, and update engineering drawings, Bills of Material (BOMs), specifications, and technical documentation for custom motor orders, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and manufacturability.Support custom order execution by implementing design modifications, product configurations, engineering changes, and technical solutions that meet customer, quality, and manufacturing requirements.Collaborate with Engineering, Sales, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams to provide technical documentation, resolve product and material issues, and support successful project delivery.Utilize engineering tools, processes, and SAP systems to manage documentation, drive continuous improvement, identify and escalate technical risks, and ensure timely completion of assigned deliverables.Qualifications for the role:Bachelor’s Degree (Engineering - Preferred) OR Associate’s Degree (Mechanical Design/Drafting - Preferred) with minimum 2 years relevant experience OR High School Diploma with minimum 4 years relevant experience.Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.Preferred Experience Includes:Expertise in complex part and assembly modeling for production‑ready designs.Strong command of mechanical design fundamentals, including GD&T, tolerance analysis, and a variety of manufacturing processes such as die casting, machining, stamping, plastic molding, and fabrication.Proven ability to create accurate production documentation, including detailed drawings, BOMs, and engineering records, while supporting design changes and revisions.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for engineering analysis, data reporting, and technical presentations.SolidWorks PDM (Product Data Management), SolidWorks Design Professional Certification (CSWP), FEA or simulation tools, SAP or PLM systems, and design support for electromechanical or industrial products. PMP Certification, Lean Six Sigma Certification, Working knowledge of UL, CSA, IEEE, NEMA regulatory compliance.More about us:ABB’s NEMA Motors Division is the global leading electric NEMA motors manufacturer. With more than 4,500 employees across the globe and seven manufacturing locations that produce more than 1.6 million motors every year, the division powers its customers from many industries with safe, reliable energy-efficient and effective solutions. NEMA Motors Division is a trusted leader with the shortest lead time and the broadest modularized product offering.What's in it for youWe 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 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 the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdfAs 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[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on “Candidate/Guest” to learn moreHealth, Life & DisabilityChoice 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 PlusVision benefitCompany paid life insurance (2X base pay)Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximumsShort Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paidLong 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 insurancePaid Parental LeaveEmployee Assistance ProgramHealth Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoptionEmployee discount programRetirement401k Savings Plan with Company ContributionsEmployee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)Time offABB provides 11 paid holidays. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.#ABBCareers#RunwithABB#RunwhatrunstheworldBuilding a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.Ready to make an impact?Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.