Project Engineer - Mechanical Packaging Design

About the role

The Mechanical Project Engineer for Packaging & Motor Design at ABB's NEMA Motors Division is responsible for the specification, development, implementation and continuous improvement of packaging solutions for ABB NEMA motor products (Baldor/Reliance). The role ensures products are packaged safely, efficiently and cost-effectively while meeting customer requirements, transportation needs, quality expectations and manufacturing objectives. It also contributes to custom motor design and technical support for customers, sales teams and manufacturing operations. The position reports to the Engineering Manager and is an onsite role.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the design, specification, validation and continuous improvement of packaging solutions and custom NEMA motor products to ensure product protection, performance, manufacturability and cost effectiveness.
• Manage packaging and engineering projects from concept through production release, coordinating cross-functional teams and driving design changes, quality requirements and project milestones.
• Develop and run testing, validation and corrective action activities to verify packaging and mechanical design performance, reduce product damage and improve customer satisfaction.
• Partner with suppliers, manufacturing, logistics, sales and customers to optimise materials, processes, sustainability and operational performance, supporting production and special application requirements.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, mechanical design, packaging engineering or product development.
• Experience with industrial packaging design, custom equipment or motor design, packaging test methods, transportation environments and protective packaging systems is preferred.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing and continuous improvement principles, including SAP, engineering change management, Lean, Six Sigma, root-cause analysis and industrial manufacturing processes, is preferred.
• Work authorization to work for ABB in the US.

Required skills

• Proficiency in CAD software (Creo, SolidWorks, AutoCAD or similar) and the ability to read engineering drawings, specifications and Bills of Materials.
• Analytical, problem-solving, project planning and prioritisation skills, able to manage several assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication, with experience working across technical and non-technical teams, customers and suppliers.

What we offer

• Medical plans (PPO or high-deductible with HSA), dental and vision coverage, and company-paid life insurance and AD&D.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage, supplemental benefits, paid parental leave and an Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) savings plan with company contributions and an Employee Stock Acquisition Plan.
• 11 paid holidays; salaried exempt positions receive vacation under a permissive time-off policy.