Onsite Continuous Improvement Specialist

ABB; Pinetops (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Parental Leave

Employee discount program

401k Savings Plan

Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

Job summary

ABB in Pinetops, NC seeks a Continuous Improvement professional to drive enhancements in production of Instrument Transformers and related products, onsite. The role requires hands-on design, assembly, and commissioning of new equipment, with strong collaboration across disciplines.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in electromechanical fields, solid CAD skills (SolidWorks) and a solid lean manufacturing background, plus work authorization in the US.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Electromechanical Technology (or related field).
• Minimum 4 years of experience in fabrication, electromechanical design, maintenance, machining, welding, integration, or related technical fields.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) and experience with 3D printing for prototyping.
• Strong hands-on capability to design, build, wire, assemble, and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems.
• Understanding of production processes, quality requirements, material flow, and lean manufacturing concepts.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple disciplines.
• High attention to detail, willingness to learn new technologies, and strong problem-solving mindset.
• Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

Responsibilities

• Design, fabricate, modify, and install mechanical and electromechanical solutions including fixtures, tools, ergonomic assists, poke‑yoke devices, workstations, carts, safety mechanisms, and prototype equipment.
• Collaborate with operators and team members to translate improvement ideas into safe, effective, and durable working solutions.
• Lead or support Kaizen with a focus on layout optimization, workstation design, tooling improvements, ergonomic enhancements, and material/production flow.
• Provide hands‑on build, set‑up, and commissioning of new or improved equipment, fixtures, and processes.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including CAD models, mechanical or electrical drawings, work instructions, and training materials.
• Train operators, maintenance personnel, and indirect staff during process changes or new equipment startups.
• Ensure all improvement solutions meet OSHA safety requirements and ergonomic standards.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Ergonomics

Safety awareness

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Electromechanical Technology

Tools

SolidWorks

3D printing

Job description

ABB in Pinetops, NC seeks a Continuous Improvement professional to drive enhancements in production of Instrument Transformers and related products, onsite. The role requires hands-on design, assembly, and commissioning of new equipment, with strong collaboration across disciplines.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in electromechanical fields, solid CAD skills (SolidWorks) and a solid lean manufacturing background, plus work authorization in the US.