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This Position reports to:
Chapter Leader- Solution Engineering Panelboards
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

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This role is contributing to the Smart Power NAM Construction & Infrastructure Power Panelboard team in Bloomfield, CT.

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• The Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and manufacturing implementation of engineering programs that meet business standards and program / product requirements
• Design, develop, analyze, and document product designs which meet the functional, cost, reliability, manufacturability, and safety requirements of the customer or market
• Support engineering change orders (ECNs/ICNs) to ensure smooth implementation into production
• Investigate and resolve supply chain issues, including sourcing alternate components and materials due to obsolescence, shortages, or cost concerns
• Lead and support cost reduction initiatives by identifying opportunities in materials, processes, and design optimizations without compromising quality or performance
• Create and maintain technical documentation for all design work and present material for technical review including but not limited to tolerance loops, drawings, bill of materials, product cost, problem and action lists, risk management, and failure root cause analysis reviews
• 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

Qualifications for the role

• BS Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 3+ years in a design and/or production support engineering role
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze technical issues and implement effective solutions quickly
• Self-motivated and proactive, capable of managing multiple priorities and tasks with minimal supervision
• Experience in mechanical design, including 3D modeling and 2D drawing creation in PTC Creo (or similar CAD tools)
• Experience with Bill of Materials (BOMs) generation
• Thrives in a team-first culture, where knowledge-sharing, mutual support, and collective problem-solving are prioritized over individual ‘silos’
• Willingness to travel up to 4 times per year to support manufacturing plant visits, or cross-site collaboration efforts

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.