Associate Project Engineer (Electrical)

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Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will support engineering activities in all types of project sizes and complexities, under the supervision of senior engineers. Complete the tasks cost‑effectively and in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards, safety requirements, and cybersecurity policies and standards. Develop BOMs (Bills of Materials) for assigned projects.

The work model for the role is: onsite

This role is contributing to the Electrification Distribution Solutions in Mebane, NC.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Release mechanical BOMs to ERP system for assigned orders.
• Create 3D models and drawings for new requisition special designs using Creo, SolidWorks, or equivalent platforms.
• Create part numbers and drawings for customers’ doors and panels.
• Manage PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) system and publish new designs.
• Utilize 3D modeling to design engineering solutions, including drawings and calculations according to contractual specification.
• Creates or reviews engineering drawings, specifications and plans required by manufacturing, fabrication, or construction.
• Contributes to design reviews and design verification, modifies design, as necessary.

Qualifications for the role

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering field required.
• 0 – 2 or more years of experience in Electrical Engineering.
• 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, SolidWorks, or equivalent design platforms.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment, specifically with steel or copper fabrication.
• Knowledge of ANSI Air‑Insulated Switchgear.
• Familiarity with NEC, ANSI, IEEE standards.
• Candidates must already have work authorization to work in the US.

EEO and Disability Statement

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affimative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

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