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R&D Engineer - Mechanical

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LocationXinhui, Guangdong, China
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience2+ yrs
DepartmentResearch & Development
Company size10,000+ people
PostedNov 3, 2026 · 4d ago
Verified live12h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
BS in mechanical/electrical engineering with min. 5 years’ experience or MSc in mechanical/electrical engineering with minimum 2 years’ experience in R&D
Good active learning ability and self-drive
Understand low-voltage electrical components and standards and their application in product design
Familiar with the commonly used engineering materials: plastic and metallic and related manufacturing / processing
Proficient in CAD, e.g. AutoCAD, Creo, and MS office
Knows the simulations such as structure and thermal, etc.
Apply the simulations in the design
Capable of reading and express technical solutions in English
Good communication and teamwork skills
Foreign enterprises R&D or Multinational teamwork experience is preferred
Agile work way experience is preferred
Skills
AutoCAD
Creo
MS Office
CAD
About the company
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:
Chapter Lead
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Your role and responsibilities (Mandatory)
In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to ABB’s success with technology, product development. Each day, you will identify and implement innovative solutions to relevant problems. You will also showcase your expertise by providing ideas and by being able to work both independently and as a part of a Research & Development (R&D) team.
The work model for the role is: SCRUM
This role is contributing to the Contactor or Pilot device or Soft Starter development and Care in Xinhui China. Main stakeholders are Leadership team of Control, Agile team, Product Engineering, P&L, Lab, CoE etc.
You will be mainly accountable for:
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Working as an independent and reliable contributor in R&D projects with limited supervision.
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Performing various tasks in the assigned area (e.g., mechanics, electronics, thermal, software), from building concepts, gathering requirements to designing, implementing, integrating, testing, technology transfer or maintenance, and operations.
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Understanding and applying applicable processes, standards, guidelines, and requirements, including architectural and design constraints.
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Driving the achievement of assigned targets (quality, time, scope, cost) and raising and addressing risks.
Qualifications for the role (Mandatory)
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BS in mechanical/electrical engineering with min. 5 years’ experience or MSc in mechanical/electrical engineering with minimum 2 years’ experience in R&D
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Good active learning ability and self-drive.
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Understand low-voltage electrical components and standards and their application in product design.
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Familiar with the commonly used engineering materials: plastic and metallic and related manufacturing / processing.
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Proficient in CAD, e.g. AutoCAD, Creo, and MS office.
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Knows the simulations such as structure and thermal, etc.
•
Apply the simulations in the design
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Capable of reading and express technical solutions in English
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Good communication and teamwork skills.
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Foreign enterprises R&D or Multinational teamwork experience is preferred.
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Agile work way experience is preferred.
More about us (Mandatory)
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Electrification provides leading electrical distribution and management technologies, solutions and services to electrify the world in a safe, smart and sustainable way. The portfolio includes medium- and low-voltage electrical components, switchgear, digital devices, enclosures, and circuit breakers, among others. With our products, solutions and services, we collaborate with customers
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.