Design Engineer

Overview

The Staff Design Engineer will perform the design of product and process activities in support of new product development and product line sustainment for Insulated Separable Connectors (Cable Accessories). The team you will be a part of is currently working on several highly visible projects and has more in the pipeline.

• Primary focus is new product development for the Cable Accessories Business Unit, including load-break, dead-break and dead-front arrester products
• Own the design content requirements including but not limited to 3D models and associated 2D drawings, technical specifications, Multiphysics simulations, tolerance stack up, DFMEA, DFMA, and Design Validation Plans and Reports (DVP&R)
• Active participation and leadership in standards development as part of IEEE/PES/ICC
• Provide expert level technical assistance to Applications, Process, and Quality Engineering
• Demonstrate a broad knowledge of processes and develop awareness of all current manufacturing processes
• Interface with customers and provide technical assistance when required, develop familiarity with applicable industry standards, and increase understanding of utility practices
• Collaborate with manufacturing on product design, tooling development, and manufacturing processes for assigned projects, and assist pilot runs and first article inspections
• Recommend and implement corrective actions for deviations, PPIs, suggestions, variation orders, ECRs and drawing changes, and serve on Change Control Board as assigned
• Develop proficiency in use of Inventor, Auto Cad, and PDM drawing management system
• Travel requirements involving off-site testing of products, marketing support, field review of product applications or training activities

• Bachelor/Master of Science in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• 6+ years of relevant experience with design and manufacture of Insulated Separable Connectors, load-break and dead-break. Proficient in the use of 3D modelling software (Inventor/Solidworks etc..)
• AutoCAD, Electro/Coulomb or other Electric Field Analysis software, Finite Element Analysis, and Inventor (3D experience preferred)
• Experience in testing procedures outlined in the applicable IEEE standards
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and leadership skills
• Solid understanding of project management methodology
• Ability to develop detailed work plans, schedules and specifications
• Ability to travel, up to 15%, on business related trips and attend meetings scheduled within various time zones
• Ability to walk the manufacturing shop floor or lead lab test programs and lift 50 pounds as needed (part inspection, part fit check, product testing, etc.)

Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.

The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.

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