Automotive Powertrain - Mechanical Project Engineer

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

This role sits within ABB's Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. We're entering an exciting new chapter as we’ve announced the plan for Soft Bank Group to acquire ABB Robotics. Soft Bank is a globally recognized technology group and investor/operator focused on AI, robotics, and next-generation computing. By joining us now, you’ll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics—working alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment.

This Position reports to:

Mechanical Engineering Manager The Automotive Powertrain - Mechanical Project Engineer will effectively work with or lead ABB mechanical project team through the acquisition and execution cycle for ABB Robotic Cell, Powertrain, Electric Vehicle Assembly, Final Trim and Assembly (FTA), Paint and Flex Washer based systems. Responsibility includes planning, designing, and modifying machinery, equipment, and products as well as customer interface and effectively translating project inputs into deliverable documented requirements that meet or exceed all stakeholder project expectations.

Your

Role and Responsibilities:

Under general guidance of supervisor or more experienced engineer, perform various engineering duties requiring the exercise of judgment and application of standard engineering principles and practices.

Main customer interface on technical issues (mechanical and process focused).Actively plan and lead mechanical project engineering and design activities for respective project.

Enforce adherence to established ABB and customer specifications.

Actively lead engineering tasks and resources to maintain project schedule and budget requirements.

Perform various engineering tasks involving analysis, design, development, test, or installation and service, while working from instructions, drawings, ABB proposals, customer / industry specifications, vendor quotations, ABB standard solution offerings and other pertinent information.

Prepare specifications and related documents in accordance with requirements, established formats and general instructions. Review and analyze a variety of engineering data, documents, and reports

The work model for the role is hybrid in our Auburn Hills, MI facility.

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.

Minimum Qualifications:

2 or more years of experience in the Automotive Process and Automation field.

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Candidates must possess work authorization to work permanently in the United States.

Desired

Qualifications:

Design experience with Robotic End-of-Arm Tools (EOAT), Powertrain/EV Assembly Machines, and FTA/automotive part fixtures.

Proven success working in cross-functional project teams involving both internal and external stakeholders.

Demonstrated ability to build strong customer relationships through technical expertise in Automation, Powertrain/EV Assembly, Paint or High-Pressure/Deburr Washer applications.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet project schedules and budgets.

Commitment to delivering a high-quality customer experience.

Ability to minimize rework by ensuring accuracy and…