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ABB · 3 weeks ago

R&D Senior Engineer - MV Switchgear

Mebane, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

ABB is a global market leader in electrification and power distribution solutions. In this role, you will lead the development of innovative medium voltage switchgear solutions, transforming complex engineering challenges into reliable products while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with global teams.

AutomotiveEnergyEnergy ManagementIndustrial AutomationRobotics

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead the development of new product designs (Mechanical/Electrical), cost optimization initiatives, and design enhancements to maintain technology leadership in alignment with the company’s strategic objectives

Collaborate closely with Product Managers, Project Managers, and R&D Engineers throughout the product development life cycle to ensure customer feedback is effectively integrated into design solutions

Validate product robustness using simulations, analytical methods, and physical testing

Organize and conduct design reviews, evaluating concepts for technical feasibility and cost-effectiveness

Review and assess test plans and results to ensure product performance and compliance with ANSI/IEEE and CSA standards

Qualification

R&D experienceMechanical designElectrical power equipmentIndustry standards knowledgeSimulation software3D CAD proficiencyMentoring skillsCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Minimum 5 years of R&D experience in the electrical power equipment industry required

Experience in the mechanical design of Low or Medium Voltage ANSI switchgear, Motor Control Centers, or similar complex electrical/mechanical equipment

Knowledge and application of relevant industry standards. (ANSI, IEEE, NEMA, and UL.)

Direct experience with executing type tests at internal and external laboratories

Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US

Preferred

Master's degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical preferred)

Working knowledge of simulation software (Dielectric, thermal, structural) desired

Proficiency in 3D CAD and PLM tools—SolidWorks or Creo with Windchill preferred

Benefits

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.

Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks.

Employee Assistance Program.

Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption.

Employee discount program.