Mechanical Engineer

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This Position reports to:
Local Engineering Manager

Your role and responsibilities

In this role a s a Mechanical Engineer in Traction , you will be responsible for the mechanical design of converters, energy storage systems and cooling units for railway and heavy on or off-road applications. The products are used worldwide in rail vehicles, e-buses and e-trucks or construction machines. To strengthen this motivated team, we are looking for a committed and experienced mechanical design technician with interest in power electronics.

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

This role is contributing to the Motion Traction Division in Mechanicsville, VA area.

You will be mainly accountable to:

• Perform mechanical design of power converters and control equipment according to customer specifications and engineering guidelines.
• Conduct project reviews meetings and present design solutions, identify risks, improvement opportunities, validate solutions and drawings.
• Produce technical specifications and guidelines for mechanical designs, field work, modifications, etc.
• Provide engineering support to production and quality teams to resolve all engineering inquiries.
• Provide engineering consultancy and address technical queries from suppliers and customers, guarantee project deliveries are met, ensuring timely resolution and the customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with the supply chain and vendor functions to meet contractual requirements. Assist the sales department during the concept and quotation phase.
• Perform product lifecycle management in compliance to standards; includes bill of materials, engineering drawings, data sheets, etc.
• Influence and share best practice in engineering disciplines, looking to enhance mechanical department performance and ability to deliver quality solutions.

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.

Qualifications for the role

• BS in Mechanical engineering
• 2 years experience in design and manufacturing of power electronic systems. Design of electrical enclosures and cabinets. Experienced in sheet metal design.
• Welding knowledge of steel and Aluminum structures (preferred not required).
• Read and understand electrical schematics and systems block diagram.
• Knowledge of 3D CAD software (Creo parametric), PLM (Windchill) and ERP system (SAP preferable).
• Team player and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining the high attention to details.
• Solid English speaking skills.
• Travel required - 15%
• Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

What's in it for you?

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You'll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that's tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.

More about us

ABB Traction Division is a recognized leader in onboard propulsion technologies that drive innovation in rail, bus, and industrial vehicle electrification. A comprehensive range of high-performance and full lifecycle managed propulsion, auxiliary and energy storage solutions help improve energy efficiency and contribute to making transportation more sustainable.

We look forward to receiving your application. If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website

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Benefits

Our benefits? Competitive, comprehensive, and crafted with you in mind.

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

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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.

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