R&D Senior Technical Specialist

BlackBerry Inc.; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plan

Paid holidays

Employee stock program

Job summary

ABB is seeking a seasoned Engineering professional to lead motor design initiatives for industrial motors, guiding prototype development from concept to production feasibility. The role emphasizes strong collaboration with R&D and cross-functional teams to deliver cost-effective, scalable solutions.

The ideal candidate has a BS in engineering and at least 8 years of motor experience, with proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and SAP.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or related field with 8+ years of experience in electric motors.
• Advanced design methods (FEA) preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and SAP is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design & Technical Excellence – apply advanced motor design principles to electrical designs that meet ABB specs and standards.
• Prototyping Leadership – define and execute prototype development strategies, including equipment and tooling requirements, and plan timelines.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – partner with R&D and cross-functional teams to resolve design challenges and drive application-focused solutions.
• Technical Leadership – act as a key technical resource to support cross-functional problem-solving and contribute to design teams.

Skills

Motor design principles

Prototyping leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

SAP

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: Director of Research & Development __ The work model for the role is: Onsite #LI-Onsite

Your role and responsibilities:

Play a key role in technology and product development initiatives that shape the next generation of electric motor products.

Drive specialized prototype development projects from concept through completion, ensuring quality and timeline targets are met.

Leverage deep knowledge of manufacturing processes to bridge design intent with production feasibility, identifying opportunities to improve cost, efficiency, and scalability.

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:

• Design & Technical Excellence – Apply advanced motor design principles to create electrical designs for industrial motors that meet ABB specifications and industry standards. Demonstrate continuous learning and mastery of ABB engineering tools and problem-solving methodologies.
• Prototyping Leadership – Define and execute prototype development strategies, including equipment and tooling requirements. Plan prototyping timelines and accelerate technology readiness.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Partner effectively with other R&D and cross-functional teams to resolve design challenges, authorize material substitutions, and drive application-focused solutions.
• Technical Leadership – Serve as a key technical resource, solving design and application challenges, supporting cross-functional problem-solving, and actively contributing to design teams.

Qualifications for the role:

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field with a minimum of 8 years of experience with electric motors.

Preferred Experience – Advanced design methods (FEA), AutoCAD, SolidWorks, SAP.

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 andAffirmative 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 andAffirmative 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.
• Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.

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