R&D Engineer

USTBC ABB Installation Products Inc.; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Short-term disability

Job summary

ABB is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to contribute to the development of critical power equipment in Richmond, VA. You will design, test, and document mechanical systems, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and cost targets are met.

The role supports prototyping, design reviews, and manufacturing coordination in a hybrid work model. A background in engineering and CAD tools is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• 2+ years in mechanical engineering or product design.
• Experience with Solidworks and PLM software is preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical safety standards (UL/IEC) is a plus.
• Sheet metal design and design for manufacturing experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to mechanical design deliverables for new or enhanced critical power equipment.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to meet project requirements and timelines.
• Participate in design reviews and verification, providing feedback and modifications.
• Design and release mechanical prototypes and support fabrication.
• Lead cost reduction opportunities and coordinate with manufacturing.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Solidworks

PLM software

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: Chapter Lead

In this role you will have the opportunity to utilize your skills and technical expertise to generate mechanical design project requirements.. Each day, you will design, test to meet those requirements and document your designs. You will also showcase your expertise by participating in cost reduction projects and coordination with the technical teams within our Critical Power business.

The work model for the role is: Hybrid

This role is contributing to the Critical Power business in Richmond, VA.

Job Qualifications:

• Contributing to the mechanical design deliverables (design and documentation) required for the development of new or enhanced models of critical power equipment.
• Working with others cross-functionally to deliver designs in a timely manner with high-quality deliverables that meet customer expectations and project requirements.
• Contributing to design reviews and verification following the established design review process, providing feedback on designs and making modifications
• Designing and releasing mechanical prototypes, supporting the fabrication of those prototypes, and leading the improvement process following prototype fabrication
• Leading product design improvement opportunities to reduce product cost
• Supporting in converting conceptual designs into engineering documentation and in maintaining existing products.
• Working with all areas of the business (production, supply chain, service, etc.) to ensure products being developed or enhanced meet the needs of the entire business

Job Requirements:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• 2+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, product development, or product design
• Knowledge of solid modeling CAD design software (Solidworks, etc.) required
• A collaborative, solution-focused approach and strong written and spoken communication skills
• Experienced in thermal and structural evaluation, and PLM software a plus
• Experience interpreting and applying electrical safety standards (UL/IEC, etc.) a plus.
• Knowledge sheet metal design, detail part drawings, assembly drawings, and design for manufacturing.
• Project Management experience with hands on experience in manufacturing environment a plus

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.

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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 - Com