Associate Electrical Designer

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This position reports to:

Engineering Supervisor__Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to create electrical connection diagrams that require knowledge of ANSI Air Insulated Switchgear to meet objectives. Assignments typically require the use of advanced and innovative techniques. Also, will actively seek and implement initiatives to improve operations and increase customer satisfaction.

The work model for the role is: #LI-onsite.

This role is contributing to the Electrification Distribution Solutions in Mebane, NC.You will be mainly accountable for:

Utilize engineering tools to create connection diagrams and assign terminal points for wire in engineered to order projects

Review electrical schematic accuracy and work with project engineers to create desired electrical connections to meet project specific applications

Customize electrical device layout and create 2D drawings for wire harnesses and instrument door and barrier punching

Ensure all designs work to meet company, industry, and customer’s technical standards/requirements (i.e. NEC, ANSI, IEEE, customer project specifications, etc.).Address manufacturing concerns or questions related to electrical wiring

Provide feedback and solutions to project managers and project engineers to meet customer needs

Create and document standards for assigning terminal points and rules for wiring

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to contribute to improvements in efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction

Provide feedback for improvement and maintenance of the respective engineering tools and systems (i.e. symbol libraries, guidelines, reference documents, engineering system usability, etc.).Qualifications for the role Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology or a related field and 4 plus years of relevant experience or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related field and 2 plus years of relevant experience.
2 years of experience in Manufacturing, Customer Application Engineering, or Electrical Design.

Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and knowledge in power systems and protection-related matters.

Experience working in a manufacturing environment and specifically with control wiring.

Experience with electrical distribution equipment.

Proficient with AutoCAD (recent version) or equivalent computer aided design platform. Computer Aided Design certification or degree preferred.

Familiar and have practical experience with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint, SAP, Windchill and other applicable software.

Candidate must have work authorization to legally work for ABB in the US.Why ABB?

What's in it for youWe 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.

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