R&D Mechanical Engineer - MV Switchgear Innovator

ABB Inc.; Hackettstown (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan options

Vision plan

Company paid life insurance

401(k) with company contributions

Employee discount program

Parental leave

Job summary

ABB Inc. in New Jersey is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support Elastimold Medium Voltage Solid Dielectric Switchgear R&D initiatives. You will contribute design concepts, develop production drawings, and apply structural analysis to guide robust, manufacturable solutions.

Ideal candidates have 2-5 years of mechanical engineering experience, strong Creo CAD skills, and a proven ability to manage multiple tasks with precision, while communicating effectively in English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 2-5 years of mechanical engineering experience focusing on sheet metal, welding and fabrication.
• Proficiency in Creo CAD for 3D/2D design and BOM development.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical assembly and drawing documentation for production use.
• Experience with structural analysis and computer simulation tools.
• Familiarity with quality measurement, inspection methodology, and basic assembly tools.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines with high accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a reliable contributor to the Elastimold MV Solid Dielectric Switchgear R&D team; support design and development activities.
• Apply technical expertise to solve engineering problems and produce robust mechanical designs that meet quality, cost, and manufacturability standards.
• Develop design concepts and production drawing packages using Creo; support component sourcing and production documentation.
• Support achievement of project targets including quality, schedule, scope, and cost; proactively identify and address risks.
• Perform structural analysis using computer simulation tools to conduct pre-study evaluations and validate design decisions.
• Maintain alignment with ABB's strategic direction and key business drivers within your area of competence.

Skills

Mechanical design

Team collaboration

English communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo CAD

Finite element analysis

Job description

ABB Inc. in New Jersey is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support Elastimold Medium Voltage Solid Dielectric Switchgear R&D initiatives. You will contribute design concepts, develop production drawings, and apply structural analysis to guide robust, manufacturable solutions.

Ideal candidates have 2-5 years of mechanical engineering experience, strong Creo CAD skills, and a proven ability to manage multiple tasks with precision, while communicating effectively in English.