R&D Senior Designer

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 Position reports to:
Design Manager - R&D

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

Your role and responsibilities:

The Senior Mechanical Designer is responsible for creating, developing, and maintaining high quality mechanical designs using Solid Works to support new product development, continuous improvement, and plant/production needs. This role contributes to mechanical design excellence by applying advanced CAD skills, implementing efficient design practices, and ensuring documentation accuracy, manufacturability, and alignment with engineering standards.

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.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Lead mechanical design and documentation by creating and managing detailed 3D models, assemblies, drawings, and GD&T/tolerance analyses in Solid Works, ensuring accuracy, quality, and adherence to design standards.
• Develop robust, manufacturable mechanical solutions for Electric Motors and Drives, including aluminum die castings, cast iron components, plastic injection‑molded parts, and other precision mechanical elements.
• Drive cross‑functional collaboration and project execution by partnering with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Product Management to align design intent with functional requirements, manufacturability, cost targets, and production constraints.
• Support product development and continuous improvement through prototype build support, testing participation, root‑cause analysis, mentoring junior designers, and contributing innovative ideas to enhance design workflows and product performance.

Qualifications for the role:

• Bachelor's Degree (Engineering Preferred) with minimum 8 years experience OR Associate's Degree (Mechanical Design/Drafting Preferred) with minimum 10 years experience in Mechanical Design.
• Expertise in complex part and assembly modeling for production‑ready designs.
• Strong command of mechanical design fundamentals, including GD&T, tolerance analysis, and a variety of manufacturing processes such as die casting, machining, stamping, plastic molding, and fabrication.
• Proven ability to create accurate production documentation, including detailed drawings, BOMs, and engineering records, while supporting design changes and revisions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for engineering analysis, data reporting, and technical presentations.
• Preferred Experience Includes: Solid Works PDM (Product Data Management), Solid Works Design Professional Certification (CSWP), FEA or simulation tools, SAP or PLM systems, and design support for electromechanical or industrial products. PMP Certification, Lean Six Sigma Certification, Working knowledge of UL, CSA, IEEE, NEMA regulatory compliance.
• Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

More about us:

ABB's NEMA Motors Division is the global leading electric NEMA motors manufacturer. With more than 4,500 employees across the globe and seven manufacturing locations that produce more than 1.6 million motors every year, the division powers its customers from many industries with safe, reliable energy-efficient and effective solutions. NEMA Motors Division is a trusted leader with the shortest lead time and the broadest modularized product offering.

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.

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