R&D Engineer

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 Manager

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At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here plays a part. You’re empowered to succeed, encouraged to grow, and the work you do helps run what runs the world.

This Position reports to:

R&D Manager – Premier NPD

This position is classified under Global Grade:

Grade 13

Your role and responsibilities

ABB Electrification Installation Products is seeking an R&D Engineer to join our Premier Products R&D team. As part of our team, you'll drive innovation and develop cutting-edge solutions for industry-leading brands including Steel City®, Ocal®, Ty-Duct®, Ty-Rap®, Sta-Kon®, and Color-Keyed®.

In this role, you will take ownership of the complete product development lifecycle, from concept to market launch, leading design, development, testing, and validation efforts. You will expand our portfolio by designing innovative products while managing cross-functional development projects that deliver cutting-edge solutions to our customers. 

The work model for the role is: Onsite in Memphis, TN.  This role is contributing to the ELIP division in US/LATAM.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Lead strategic product development projects in collaboration with Product Management, Legal, Supply Chain and Manufacturing.

• Perform detailed part design for a variety of materials (metals, plastics, etc.) utilizing various manufacturing methods such as Injection Molding, Metal Stamping, Casting, Extrusion (metal and plastic), Machining, and Additive manufacturing.

• Conduct dimensional tolerance analysis to ensure design functionality and manufacturing capability.

• Prepare engineering documentation including drawings, BOM, material specifications, instruction sheets and quality control plans.

• Create project progress updates and present to executive stakeholders as required.

• Generate and conduct test plans required for agency certification and design validation.

• Manage multiple concurrent product development initiatives, including product design, validation testing, certification, and manufacturing/vendor coordination.

Our team dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

Qualifications for the role

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.

• Minimum of 5 years of engineering experience in manufacturing for large scale production, product testing, finite element analysis, stress analysis, design for manufacturing and materials selection.

• Comprehensive knowledge of product design and development, from prototype creation to production ready.

• Solid experience in prototype creation (from small-scale proof of concepts to production representative samples required for performance testing).

• Strong proficiency with 3D modeling software; Creo is highly preferred.

• Experience collaborating with cross functional teams such as manufacturing and product management.

• Familiarity with intellectual property concepts and patent considerations.

• Candidates must already have a work authorization that allows them to work for ABB in United States.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A self-motivated, results oriented learner, who enjoys collaboration and teamwork.

• Solid written and verbal communication skills in English is required.

More about us

ABB Installation Products Division (formerly Thomas&Betts), helps manage the connection, protection and distribution of electrical power from source to socket. The Division’s products are engineered to provide ease of installation and perform in demanding and harsh conditions, helping to ensure safety and continuous operation for utilities, businesses and people around the world. The Commercial Essentials product segment includes electrical junction boxes, commercial fittings, strut and cable tray metal framing systems for commercial and residential construction. The Premier Industrial product segment includes multiple product lines, such as Ty-Rap® cable ties, T&B Liquidtight Systems® protection products, PVC coated and nylon conduit systems, power connection and grounding systems, and cable protection systems of conduits and fittings for harsh and industrial applications. The Division also manufactures solutions for medium-voltage applications used in the utility market under its marquee brands including Elastimold™ reclosers and switchgear, capacitor switches, current limiting fuses, Homac™ distribution connectors, Hi-Tech Valiant™ full-range current limiting fuse for fire mitigation, faulted current indicators and distribution connectors, cable accessories and apparatus with products for overhead and underground distribution. Manufacturing includes made-to-stock and custom-made solutions.

What's in it for you?

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.

Benefits: Our benefits? Competitive, comprehensive, and crafted with you in mind.

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: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

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