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R&D Associate Engineer

ABB


Job Location:

Hackettstown, NJ - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 10 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 7 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At ABB we help industries run leaner and cleanerand every person here makes that happen. Youll 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 Manager

In this role you will have the opportunity to support ABBs Elastimold Medium Voltage Solid Dielectric Switchgear team by contributing innovative technical ideas and solutions that advance our R&D capabilities. Each day you will work as a reliable contributor within the R&D team applying your mechanical engineering expertise to solve complex design challenges and deliver solutions that meet customer requirements. You will also showcase your expertise by staying current with industry advancements and actively applying that knowledge to your work.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as a reliable contributor to the Elastimold Medium Voltage Solid Dielectric Switchgear R&D team; support design and development activities aligned with customer and business requirements

  • Apply technical expertise to solve engineering problems and produce sound robust mechanical designs that meet quality cost and manufacturability standards

  • Develop design concepts and production drawing packages using Creo software; support component sourcing and production documentation

  • Support achievement of assigned project targets including quality schedule scope and cost; proactively identify and address risks

  • Perform structural analysis using computer simulation tools to conduct pre-study evaluations and validate design decisions

  • Maintain alignment with ABBs strategic direction and key business drivers within your area of competence

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

  • 25 years of experience in mechanical engineering with a focus on sheet metal welding and associated part fabrication

  • Proficiency in Creo CAD software for 3D/2D design and BOM development

  • Strong knowledge of mechanical assembly and drawing documentation for production use

  • Experience with structural analysis and computer simulation tools

  • Familiarity with quality measurement inspection methodology and basic assembly tools

  • Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines with a high level of accuracy

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in medium voltage switchgear or electrical distribution products

  • Background in utility grid or power infrastructure applications

  • Passion for innovation and developing solutions in a fast-paced team-oriented environment

Why ABB

Whats in it for you

We want you to bring your full self to workyour ideas your energy your ambition. Youll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills shape your path and take on challenges that matter. Here your work creates impact you can see and feel every day.

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative 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.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant please visit the following websites: an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-.

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABBs career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1- or by sending an email to . Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

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Health Life & Disability

  • 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 (2X base pay)

  • Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)

  • Voluntary life and AD&D 100% employee paid up to maximums

  • Short Term Disability up to 26 weeks Company paid

  • Long Term Disability 60% of pay Company paid. Ability to buy-up to 66 2/3% of pay.

  • Supplemental benefits 100% employee paid (Accident insurance hospital indemnity critical illness pet insurance

  • Parental Leave up to 6 weeks

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health general health navigation and virtual health and infertility/adoption

  • Employee discount program

Retirement

  • 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions

  • Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

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

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