Project Engineer
Athens, GA - USA
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:
Production ManagerThe Project Engineer will support Steel City Stamping product lines in our Athens TN manufacturing facility. The role will contribute to the development maintenance and improvement of manufacturing processes as required. This includes machine specifications selection and installation process design and optimization cost estimation fixture and tooling procurement.
The work model for the role is: Onsite in Athens TN (#LI-Onsite)
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
Perform various engineering tasks involving such functions as analysis design development test installation and service while working from instructions drawings proposals specifications and other pertinent information.
Prepare specifications and related documents in accordance with requirements established formats and general instructions. Review and analyze a variety of engineering data documents and reports.
Responsible for attaining detailed quotations or designs estimating the cost of fixtures tools and engineering requirements and preparation of Authorization For Expenditure (AFE) documents for project proposal and review.
Utilize lean manufacturing tools to streamline operations throughout the plant via changes in workstation layout material handling or processing.
Additionally: Write area Standard Work and Engineering Procedures as required. Calculate manpower requirements machine capacities and perform forecast studies using JIT concepts. Develop and present materials / presentations to various levels of management. Support new product introduction. Work with production teams to Identify and resolve production related issues as required. Consult with other engineering groups to ensure that specified engineering criteria are suitable for the proposed application and recommend revisions as appropriate. Participate in the investigation of technical problems and the establishment of procedures and corrective actions to avoid recurrences.
Qualifications for the role:
Bachelors degree in engineering (preferably Electrical or Mechanical) or related field
Six Sigma Background strongly preferred (Green Belt Yellow Belt etc.)
Industry relevant experience in stamping presses or mechanical affiliated work is strongly preferred
3 years or more years of experience supporting a mix of mechanical electrical project engineering and/or manufacturing engineering; alternatively a special combination of education and experience and/or demonstrated accomplishments
Duties require thorough understanding of standard engineering theories concepts principles and techniques as well as an ability to utilize engineering design software such as AutoCAD ProE and SolidWorks. Work is subject to general overview to ensure quality.
Ability to travel as needed (estimated 10% at peak times)
Candidates must already possess authorization to work for ABB in the US
Whats in it for you
We empower you to take initiative challenge ideas and lead with confidence. Youll grow through meaningful work continuous learning and support thats tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger
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.
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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
Paid Parental Leave
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)
Time off
ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
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About Company
ABB's Electrification business offers a wide-ranging portfolio of products, digital solutions and services, from substation to socket, enabling safe, smart and sustainable electrification. Offerings encompass digital and connected innovations for low- and medium-voltage, including EV ... View more