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Mechanical Design Engineer, R&D

ABB

On-site
San Luis Potosi, SLP
Full-time
Mid Level
Senior
5+ yrs
Salary not listedPosted 2w ago

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Job description

ABB is hiring a Mechanical Design Engineer, R&D — a full-time, based in San Luis Potosi, SLP role. Apply directly on ABB's careers page below.

R&D Engineer (Mechanical Design)

Location: San Luis Potosi, San Luis Potosí, Mexico

Category: Research & Development

Employment Type: Full Time

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

R&D Team Lead

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Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute significantly to successful project results in technology, software, product, and/or solution development, as well as associated Intellectual Property (IP). Each day, you will act as the first point of contact in Research and Development for specific product-related issues and maintenance. You will also showcase your expertise by identifying, proposing, and implementing innovative solutions.

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

This role is contributing to the R&D Electrification Distribution Solutions division in San Luis Potosi.

You will be mainly accountable for:

  • Working as main contributor in R&D projects developing mechanical/electrical design for electrical products and with ability to guide junior team members

  • Acting as project leader or project member and leading specific product quality improvements and follows the results

  • Contributing with innovative and creative ideas to R&D activities

  • Improving product quality and participating in relevant product and process improvement programs

  • Writing well-structured and concise technical reports and providing consulting services to business operations and customers.
     

Qualifications for the role

  • Bachelors degree in Engineering - Mechanical, Electrical, Electro- mechanical, Mechatronics or Robotics.

  • Experience 5+ years in 3D Mechanical design using * Solidworks required *(sheet metal module preferred)

  • Experience working with electrical products integration. (MCC, Switchgear)

  • PLM experience (Windchill preferred)

  • Advanced English required 
     

Benefits

We also offer our employees the following benefits:

  • Life Insurance

  • Retirement plan

  • Accident Insurance

  • Wellbeing program

  • Dental insurance

  • Flex days

  • Development platforms: Spark, Harvard Manager Mentor and English Learning EF English Live School (EF)

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

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Frequently asked questions

What skills are required for Mechanical Design Engineer, R&D at ABB?

The required skills for Mechanical Design Engineer, R&D at ABB include: SolidWorks.

What is the seniority level for Mechanical Design Engineer, R&D at ABB?

Mechanical Design Engineer, R&D at ABB is a Mid Level / Senior level position.

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