Product Engineer

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This position reports to:

Engineering Manager

The work model for the role is: Onsite, Richmond, VA

In this role you will have the opportunity to create and modify the standard designs of equipment, systems or installations, including standard specifications for manufacturing, fabrication or construction, using standard design concepts. Each day you will design engineering solutions, including drawings and calculations according to contract specifications. You will also showcase your expertise by contributing to design reviews and design verification and modifying the design as necessary.

• Review and implement engineering changes across products and coordinate deliverables between cross‑functional teams; contribute to design/manufacturing reviews and verification, providing feedback on modifications as needed
• Ensure the manufacturing line has the support required to meet market demand by monitoring, creating/ verifying work instructions, and taking a proactive approach to remove barriers that would impede achieving this goal
• Lead, correct and monitor all data related to power protection products using the manufacturing unit’s PLM/ERP systems such as Material Master, manufacturing Bill of Materials (mBOM), routings and costing; establish contacts with suppliers for technical support to improve material quality and/or decrease costs
• Work with others cross‑functionally to deliver designs in a timely manner with high‑quality deliverables that meet customer expectations and project requirements; work directly with cross‑functional team to implement, localize and outsource products and manufacturing opportunities

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering, preferred
• Minimum two years experience in lean manufacturing, operations or engineering
• Knowledge of electromechanical design, detail part drawings, assembly drawings and schematics, and design for manufacturing
• Experience interpreting and applying electrical safety standards (UL/IEC, etc.), a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, SAP, (PTC Windchill, a plus)
• Proficient in Excel data analysis and reports; experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred)
• Experience in CAD/Solid Works, a plus
• Strong multitasking and organizational skills; must be goal oriented, analytic and methodical
• Candidates must already have work authorization that permits them to work for ABB in the U.S.

ABB Smart Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and manufacturing plants, critical infrastructure and commercial buildings. The division’s technical teams work closely with industry partners, delivering advanced solutions that support rapid growth, energy transition and sustainability objectives. The division’s portfolio includes industrial circuit breakers, low‑voltage systems, motor starting applications and safety devices such as switches and relays. Its Power Protection unit supports the world’s largest data center companies with advanced energy‑efficient UPS solutions.

The division’s ABB Ability™ Energy Manager provides a scalable, easy‑to‑use platform that helps organizations save energy and reduce CO₂ emissions.

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.

• 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 (2× base pay).
• Company‑paid AD&D (1× base pay).
• Voluntary life and AD&D – 100 % employee paid up to maximums.
• Short‑term disability – up to 26 weeks – company‑paid.
• Long‑term…