R&D Project Manager

Full-time

ABB Inc

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:
R&D Department/Local Unit Lead
__
Your roles and responsibilities
ABB Distribution Solutions is a global leader in power distribution, delivering innovative low- and medium-voltage products and services. We care about your tomorrow by providing solutions that enable a smarter, safer, more sustainable and more reliable flow and distribution of electricity.
Our R&D engineers and scientists develop breakthrough technologies that change the way the world works, and how industries operate. We constantly push the limits of convention, while maintaining a strong focus on delivering solid returns for our customers and shareholders.
As an R&D Project Manager, you will provide technical leadership for new and sustaining product development, supporting our highly successful ANSI LV Switchgear and Busway product lines. Leveraging strong engineering project management skills, you will lead cross-functional teams and collaborate closely with product managers, sales application test engineers, supply chain and manufacturing operations to design and deliver improved products that provide extreme value to our customers, and are commercially successful for ABB.
The work model for the role is: #LI-onsite
This role is contributing to the Electrification Distribution Solutions in Mebane, NC.
You will be mainly accountable for:
Develop and analyze product requirement specifications directly from customers and from our product management and sales teams to provide and recommend product configuration design models as developed by your project team.
Lead engineering projects with a strong delivery mindset, ensuring that project plans, design, test and user documentation, product cost estimates, risk mitigation techniques, and operating procedures are fully implemented and effectively executed, including high-quality projects status reporting.
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional departments and team members including Engineering, Product Management, Supply Chain Management, Laboratory, Technical Services, Operations, and Quality Control.
Ensure preparation of technical documents required for developed products (including drawings, bill of material, assembly instructions, test instructions and configurators).
Coordinate activities related to product industrialization and the transfer of know-how from R&D to mass production.
Qualifications for the role
Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree preferred) is required, Master's degree is considered an advantage, with a minimum of 8+ years (5+ years in case of Master's degree) of experience in product design and sustaining engineering of electrical power systems in a high-volume production environment.
Direct experience in low or medium voltage electrical distribution equipment designs and applications in a protection products design/manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
Must possess strong project management skills with demonstrated capability to meet project deadlines and deliver excellent product design models and product development plans in alignment with approved budget allocation.
PM certification is an advantage as well as experience in managing stage-gate projects using waterfall project methodology; Additional experience using Agile product development methodology is a plus.
Having direct experience in both protection and control product development within an industrial manufacturer is highly desirable.
Experience with low voltage products testing is desirable.
Must have ability to travel domestically and internationally (up to 20%).
Candidate must have work authorization to work in the U.S.
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 Affirmative 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:
As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative 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 View phone number on us.fitly.work.
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 View phone number on us.fitly.work or by sending an email to View email address on us.fitly.work . Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner. #LI-Onsite
ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees
[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]
Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on "Candidate/Guest" to learn more
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
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
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.
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.
We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

Apply

Vacancy posted 4 days ago

Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the R&D Project Manager in Mebane, NC vacancy

R&D Project Manager
$98.7k - $157.92k
...runs the world.This position reports to:R&D Leader - Grid Components__Lead the deployment... ...-site owner for our medium-voltage grid projects. You will be the pivotal link between... ...delivery on time, within scope, and on budget.Managing project financials, including budget...
Suggested
Temporary work
Monday to Friday
ABB
Mebane, NC
4 days ago
R&D Associate Project Manager
...runs the world.This position reports to:R&D Department/Local Unit Lead__Your role and... ...more Research and Development (R&D) sub-projects of limited complexity. You will also showcase... ..., timelines, and priorities. Develop and manage project plans, schedules, budgets,...
Suggested
Local area
Monday to Friday
ABB
Mebane, NC
2 days ago
R&D Project Manager
...the world. This position reports to: R&D Department/Local Unit Lead __ Your... ...more Research and Development (R&D) sub-projects of limited complexity. You will also showcase... ..., and priorities. Develop and manage project plans, schedules, budgets, resources...
Suggested
Full time
Local area
ABB
Mebane, NC
5 days ago
Research Project Manager
$70k - $83k
...Area: Research Professionals Application Deadline: 08/17/2026 Position Type: Temporary Staff (EHRA NF) Position Title: Research Project Manager Position Number: 20076111 Vacancy ID: N000857 Full-time/Part-time: FTE: 1 Hours Per Week: 40 Position Location: North Carolina,...
Suggested
Full time
Temporary work
Part time
Live in
Work at office
Local area
University of North Carolina
Chapel Hill, NC
1 day ago
Research Project Manager
$70k - $83k
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is hiring a Research Project Manager. This role requires managing one or more complex research projects funded by federal and state agencies, overseeing project execution, scheduling, communication, risk management, and budget...
Suggested
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC
1 day ago
Senior Project Manager
...Join us and help run what runs the world.This position reports to: Business Manager - Operations and PortfolioThe Program Manager is responsible for managing complex and strategic programs/projects (500M). He/she additionally holds the responsibility to develop and...
Hourly pay
Contract work
Remote work
Monday to Friday
ABB
Mebane, NC
5 days ago
Business Process Manager - Ecommerce and Digitalization Tools
...grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.This position reports to:Business Process Manager__Your role and responsibilities In this role, you will have the opportunity to be responsible for analyzing, managing, and...
Monday to Friday
ABB
Mebane, NC
3 days ago
Business Development Manager, Mega Projects
$104k - $116k
...a dynamic future ahead.The Applications Business Development Manager (BDM) will be responsible for assisting end users, contractors,... ...airport.This position reports to National Sales Manager, Mega Projects. This role is remote and is based in Canada.Primary Job Duties...
Full time
For contractors
Work at office
Local area
Remote work
Flexible hours
Watts Water Technologies
Burlington, NC
4 days ago
Project Coordinator
Project Coordinator / Associate Project Manager (AV and LV Integration) Location: Raleigh, NC | Strategic Connections About the Role We are seeking a detail-driven Project Coordinator / Associate PM to support execution of commercial AV and low voltage cabling integration...
Work at office
SuperHero Fire Protection,LLC.
Mebane, NC
3 days ago
Processing Supervisor
...of the top 10 pharmaceutical companies.Reporting to the General Manager or Operations Manager, the Process Supervisor ensures maximum... ...of all operations employeesAssists with other tasks and special projects as assigned by the General Manager or Operations ManagerSUPERVISION...
For contractors
Work at office
Immediate start
Worldwide
Flexible hours
Shift work
Sotera Health LLC
Haw River, NC
4 days ago
Process Supervisor
...the top 10 pharmaceutical companies. Reporting to the General Manager or Operations Manager, the Process Supervisor ensures maximum... ...all operations employees Assists with other tasks and special projects as assigned by the General Manager or Operations Manager...
For contractors
Work at office
Immediate start
Worldwide
Flexible hours
Shift work
Sotera Health LLC
Haw River, NC
5 days ago
Survey - Project Manager
...in both private and public sectors, including our own internal projects generated from our multi-disciplined company. These services are... ...Survey and Mappers, crew chiefs, technicians, and project managers, bringing consistency and flexible resources to our employees and...
Temporary work
Flexible hours
Ayres Associates
Burlington, NC
3 days ago
Survey Project Manager
...Summit Design and Engineering is currently seeking applicants for a Survey Project Manager for full timeemployment in multiple locations in North Carolina including the Raleigh Durham area, Asheville,Wilmington, and Charlotte. To be considered for this position, one must...
SUMMIT DESIGN AND ENGINEERING SERVICES, INC.
Hillsborough, NC
3 days ago
Survey Project Manager
...Summit Design and Engineering is currently seeking applicants for a Survey Project Manager for full-time employment in the Raleigh Durham area. To be considered for this position, one must be an NC Professional Land Surveyor. As a Project Manager, this position will be...
Full time
Relocation package
Summit Design and Engineering Services
Hillsborough, NC
6 hours ago
Continuous Improvement Manager
...and the communities where we operate. Continuous Improvement Manager - Mebane, NC The Opportunity The Continuous Improvement (CI) Leader... ..., tracking financial progress, and coaching / mentoring project leaders and teams. The ability to influence and lead others is...
Local area
Flexible hours
Smurfit Westrock
Mebane, NC
1 day ago
SR Project Manager-Commercial HVAC
...stability, innovation, and growth are more than just values—they are the pillars of our continued success.OverviewThe Senior Service Project Manager is responsible for overseeing Service Project Managers and all aspects of the project and be responsible for managing the...
Contract work
For contractors
For subcontractor
Work at office
Local area
ENFRA
Chapel Hill, NC
1 hour ago
Project Manager
...area. We recruit nationally and provide financial relocation assistance. Implementing software that saves lives. Join our Project Management team and drive impactful projects to improve patient care in healthcare organizations. Travel across the US (and abroad if...
Work at office
Relocation
Visa sponsorship
Relocation package
Epic
Burlington, NC
5 days ago
Head of Project Management
...PURPOSE: Support the project management business and other value add services by managing multiple aspects of each project. ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Execute and manage projects to ensure successful outcomes for our customers and our company Lead projects from...
Temporary work
Casual work
Work at office
Local area
Flexible hours
Electric Supply and Equipment
Burlington, NC
5 days ago
(US) Operations Manager - Floor (Grocery)
$84k - $126k
...and ensure associate customer and supplier concerns are resolved using own judgment or consulting others when needed Supervise and manage associates and leaders in area of responsibility by giving direction monitoring performance and providing feedback identifying...
Full time
Temporary work
Part time
Local area
Walmart
Mebane, NC
1 day ago
Special Projects Coordinator
...Carolina, the nation and the world. Position Summary The Special Projects Coordinator serves as a key member of the UNC School of Law... ...PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, and Copilot), Concur travel and expense management, RASR , and project management and collaboration platforms...
Permanent employment
Full time
Part time
H1b
Live in
Work at office
Local area
Night shift
Weekend work
University of North Carolina
Chapel Hill, NC
4 days ago
(USA) Operations Manager - Floor (Grocery)
$84k - $126k
...and ensure associate customer and supplier concerns are resolved using own judgment or consulting others when needed Supervise and manage associates and leaders in area of responsibility by giving direction monitoring performance and providing feedback identifying...
Full time
Temporary work
Part time
Local area
Walmart
Mebane, NC
4 days ago
Senior Project Manager
$105k - $115k
...Job Description Job Description Senior Project Manager Location: Chapel Hill, NC (Onsite; relocating to Timberlake, NC in Q4 2026) Schedule: Full-Time | Exempt Compensation: $105,000 - $115,000 annually Position Overview We are seeking a seasoned Senior...
Full time
Local area
Relocation
LHH US
Chapel Hill, NC
9 days ago
Project Manager
...renovation company specializing in high-quality residential remodeling projects. We are passionate about creating exceptional spaces that... ...We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Project Manager to oversee renovation projects from conception to completion....
For subcontractor
Local area
Housing Solutions Inc
Hillsborough, NC
16 days ago
Architectural Project Manager
...Job Description Job Description I am seeking a highly motivated Project Manager / Registered Architect to join my client's growing team in Chapel Hill, NC This is an excellent opportunity for a design-focused professional who enjoys leading complex projects, collaborating...
Work at office
RemX
Chapel Hill, NC
25 days ago
Project Manager
$80.68k - $120.92k
OWASA is seeking a team member to join our capital improvements team as a Project Manager. This position is responsible for managing all aspects of assigned capital improvement projects. Key Responsibilities Developing requests for proposals and qualifications, contract...
Contract work
For contractors
Local area
Orange Water and Sewer Authority
Carrboro, NC
1 day ago
Client Service & Marketing - Head of Marketing
...Service Ads, social media, email marketing, and website performance. Improve conversion rates across all digital platforms. Manage online reputation and customer reviews. Content & Medias Produce compelling videos, photography, blog content, email campaigns...
Full time
Local area
Quality Service Today Plumbing & Septic
Mebane, NC
15 days ago
Field Project Manager
...switches (STSs). As our installed base grows, our service organization is growing with it. We are looking for a Senior Field Project Manager to own field execution end to end. You will plan and run commissioning and turnover on new installations, scope and execute...
Temporary work
For contractors
Apprenticeship
For subcontractor
Remote work
Night shift
Weekend work
SMT Corporation
Hillsborough, NC
1 day ago
Senior Contracts Manager
...Sr Contracts Manager - AZ ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical...
Contract work
Flexible hours
ICON plc
Burlington, NC
19 days ago
Foreman / Supervisor- Milling Operations
$20 per day
...Title: Foreman / Supervisor (Milling Operations) Reporting Manager: Superintendent Entity: Delta Contracting, Inc. Location... ...Operations (as applicable) to ensure proper coordination of crews, project reviews, and job planning. Maintains effective working...
Daily paid
Temporary work
For contractors
For subcontractor
Seasonal work
Night shift
Delta Contracting Inc
Haw River, NC
11 days ago
Sterile Processing Supervisor
$23.24 - $33.41 per hour
...for Sterile Processing Department. Responsibilities: 1. Assists staff in design and implementation of SPD performance improvement projects. 2. Provides education to staff on regulatory standards and compliance, current sterile processing practice issues, and safety standards...
Hourly pay
Full time
UNC Health Care
Chapel Hill, NC
2 days ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to R&D Project Manager. Be the first to apply!