Associate Mechanical Design Engineer

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This position reports to:

Engineering Supervisor__Your role and responsibilities ABB Distribution Solutions empowers smarter business operations by connecting equipment, software, and services to protect, control, and optimize assets within electrical infrastructures. Across multiple energy-intensive industries, the business provides customers with end-to-end product and service solutions that help ensure the reliability and protection of their electrical infrastructure.

The Mechanical Designer is an engineering position responsible for creating mechanical designs for electrical distribution equipment, specifically ANSI Air Insulated Switchgear. This position works on low complexity orders and special designs, utilizing 3D modeling and CAD tools to develop engineering solutions. The role requires professional thinking and decision-making about designs.

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

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

Develop mechanical BOMs (Bills of Materials) for assigned projects.

Release mechanical BOMs to ERP system for assigned orders.

Create 3D models and drawings for new requisition special designs using Creo, Solid Works, or equivalent platforms.

Create part numbers and drawings for customers’ doors and panels. Utilize 3D modeling to design engineering solutions, including drawings and calculations according to contractual specifications.

Manage PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) system and publish new designs.

Create or review engineering drawings, specifications, and plans required by manufacturing, fabrication, or construction.

Qualifications for the role Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
0 or more years of experience in Customer Application Engineering or Engineering Design.

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.

Experience with 3D design including use of Creo, Solid Works, or equivalent design platform.

Candidates must already have work authorization to work 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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