R&D Senior Engineer

Full-time

ABB

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 Leader - Grid Components
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In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute significantly to successful project results in technology, product, and/or solution development, as well as associated Intellectual Property (IP). Each day, you will act as the first point of contact in Research and Development for specific product-related issues and maintenance. You will also showcase your expertise by identifying, proposing, and implementing innovative solutions.
The work model for the role is: Hybrid in Mebane, NC #LI-Hybrid
This role is contributing to the Electrification Distribution Solutions division at the North American Technology Center in Mebane, NC.
You will be mainly accountable for:
Maintaining recognized expertise in a Medium-Voltage (MV) Switchgear and Ground & Testing devices area by integrating the latest developments in technologies, tools, and methodologies into your work.
Working closely with the ABB Factories in MX, DE, CZ, and Mebane, NC finding new ways of solving problems by following your ideas, creating hypotheses, and defining ways to validate them.
Documenting work results (like findings, designs, or software), allowing others to maintain and improve them.
Understanding and initiating IP generation in your area of specialization and participating in the project IP strategy development.
Ensure compliance with IEEE C37.20.6 series, ANSI, and related standards.
Support UL, CSA, and IEC certification efforts, ensuring full compliance with global standards.
Lead root-cause analysis, design reviews, and reliability engineering to maintain exceptional product quality.
Understanding and initiating IP generation in your area of specialization and participating in the project IP strategy development.
Qualifications for the role
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical preferred).
5-8 years of experience in the electrical power equipment industry required, preferably, in the field of MV Reclosers or overhead MV Distribution products.
Proficiency in electrical equipment design in one or more of the following products: Reclosers, Breakers, Outdoor Overhead Distribution products, circuit breakers, contactors, and switches, etc.
Working knowledge of simulation software (Dielectric, thermal, structural) desired.
Knowledge of relevant industry standards. (ANSI, IEEE, NEMA, and UL.)
Proficiency in MV electrical products design, preferably Medium Voltage products preferred.
Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.
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.
More about us
ABB's Distribution Solutions Division facilitates the efficient and reliable distribution, protection and control of power by improving electric power quality while strengthening the resilience of the grid. The Division offers segment-specific products and solutions that largely serve utilities, industry and infrastructure segments, often providing the requisite medium voltage link between high-voltage transmission systems and low-voltage users. With ABB Ability™ enabled connected solutions at its core, the offering includes medium-voltage air- and gas-insulated switchgear (1 to 66 kilovolts), indoor and outdoor circuit breakers, reclosers, fuses, contactors, relays, instrument transformers, sensors, motor control centers, as well as low-voltage switchgear for the ANSI standard markets.
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.
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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.
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. Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions.
Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy
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