R&D Engineer

ABB Job Opportunity

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This position reports to: Chapter Lead

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to ABB's success with technology, software, product, and system development. Each day, you will identify and implement innovative solutions to relevant problems. You will also showcase your expertise by providing ideas and by being able to work both independently and as a part of a Research & Development (R&D) team.

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

This role is contributing to the Panelboards chapter, primarily supporting the Develop & Care Lighting Panels Agile Team in Bloomfield, CT.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Design, development, and manufacturing implementation of engineering programs that meet business standards and program / product requirements, including functional, cost, reliability, manufacturability, and safety requirements.
• Understanding and applying relevant processes, standards, guidelines, and requirements, including architectural and design constraints.
• Execute designs with solid modeling software (PTC Creo / Windchill) to create models, assemblies, detailed drawings, and BOMs for designs which may include plastic, stamped metal, and electrically conductive parts.
• Driving the achievement of assigned targets (quality, time, scope, cost) and raising and addressing risks.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of the chapter, including to the improvement or development of new capabilities, skills, technical knowledge, performance, and/or culture.

You will join a dynamic, collaborative team of engineers, where you will be able to thrive, learning & growing while contributing to the business by developing safe, quality new products.

Job Qualifications:

• BS Mechanical Engineering or similar educational background
• 2+ years of experience in R&D or a related field
• You have experience in mechanical design (including 3D modeling and 2D drawing creation using PTC Creo or similar tools) and engineering analysis
• Able to travel domestically & internationally on an occasional basis
• You have valid US work authorization and must not require sponsorship for an employment visa by ABB at any time in the future

More about us

ABB Smart Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and manufacturing plants, critical infrastructure and commercial buildings. The Division's technical teams work closely with industry partners, delivering advanced solutions that support rapid growth, energy transition, and sustainability objectives. The Division's portfolio includes industrial circuit breakers, low-voltage systems, motor starting applications, and safety devices like switches and relays. Its Power Protection unit supports the world's largest data center companies with advanced energy-efficient UPS solutions. The Division's ABB Ability™ Energy Manager provides a scalable, easy-to-use platform that helps organizations save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.

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While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant's qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $68,600 and $109,760 annually.

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