R&D - Engineering Lab Technician

ABB; Wade Hampton (SC); Presencial; USD 55 000 - 78 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Resumo da oferta

ABB:s NEMA Motors Division söker en labbtekniker som självständigt sätter upp och genomför produkt tester enligt fastställda testmetoder. Du dokumenterar noggrant testerna och resultaten samt arbetar hands-on med laboratorieutrustning och provplattformar i vår utvecklingsmiljö på plats.

Du följer säkerhets- och miljökrav, upprätthåller utrustning och bidrar till kontinuerliga förbättringar. Rollen rapporterar till R&D Lab Manager och kräver erfarenhet av elektriska tester samt god förmåga att

Qualificações

• Krav på teknisk utbildning och dokumenterad labberfarenhet.
• Förmåga att läsa elektriska scheman och dokumentation.
• Erfarenhet av testutrustning som oscilloskop och dinamometer.

Responsabilidades

• Sätta upp och köra tester av motorer enligt testplaner och standarder.
• Dokumentera testprocedurer och resultat noggrant.
• Underhålla laborationsutrustning och följa säkerhets­krav.

Conhecimentos

Electrical testing

Lab instrumentation

Documentation

Safety compliance

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Associate degree in Mechatronics

High school diploma with 8+ years

Ferramentas

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Dynamometers

Power meters

Descrição da oferta de emprego

På ABB hjälper vi industrier att bli mer resurseffektiva och renare – och varje person här bidrar till resultaten. Du kommer att få möjlighet att leda, få stöd att växa och kunna vara stolt över den påverkan vi skapar tillsammans. Gå med oss och hjälp till att driva det som driver världen.

Denna position rapporterar till:

R&D Lab Manager

The work model for the role is: Onsite #LI-Onsite

Your role and responsibilities:

The R&D Lab Technician serves as an individual contributor responsible for setting up and executing product tests in accordance with established testing methodologies, standards, and requirements. Ensures accurate and thorough documentation of test procedures and results. Performs assigned tasks using hands‑on technical skills and a practical understanding of engineering and technology concepts. Responsibilities may include the setup, configuration, testing, operation, and maintenance of laboratory equipment, products, or systems in support of research and development activities.

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:

• Perform electrical and mechanical testing of motors and related products in accordance with standardized test plans and regulatory requirements (e.g., CSA, UL, DNV, ABS, SIRA), ensuring accurate documentation, reliable results, and adherence to testing schedules.
• Set up, configure, operate, and maintain laboratory test equipment and systems, including motor testing dynamometers (2 Hp to 2500 Hp), variable frequency drives, and sound and vibration measurement systems.
• Conduct hands‑on technical work such as wiring, installation, programming, disassembly, and reassembly of electric motors, while maintaining laboratory assets and updating internal procedures to support continuous improvement.
• Ensure full compliance with Safety, Health, and Environmental requirements, participate in external audits, and maintain required operator certifications (e.g., forklift, hoist, crane, scissor lift) to support safe and efficient lab operations.

Qualifications for the role:

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree (Engineering Preferred) with 4+ years of experience OR Associate’s degree (Mechatronics, Electricity/Electronics Preferred) with 6+ years of experience OR High School Diploma with 8+ years of directly related experience, including at least 2 years in a hands‑on laboratory or electrical technical role.
• Technical Skills: Fundamental electrical knowledge and safety practices, with the ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Testing & Equipment Experience (Preferred): Hands‑on experience with electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, dynamometers, thermocouples, power meters, transducers, and variable speed drives.
• Laboratory & Industrial Exposure (Preferred): Experience in machining, industrial electricity, vibration, airflow, sound level measurements, and familiarity with IEEE, CSA, and UL thermal and compliance testing.
• Professional Competencies: Self‑motivated and detail‑oriented individual with strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills; capable of managing multiple priorities and proficient in basic computer tools (Windows, email, Microsoft Word and Excel).
• Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

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 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 Affimative 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 Affimative 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]

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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 – 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.

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