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:

Chief Technical Officer:

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Your Role and Responsibilities

In this role, you will help run what runs the world, by taking on meaningful work that drives real impact. You will have the opportunity to contribute to ABB’s success with technology, software, product, and system development. 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.

*Work model: Onsite *

• Work as an independent and reliable contributor in R&D projects with limited supervision, driving innovation in product design and development.
• Perform various tasks in your assigned area—mechanics and thermal - from building concepts through design, implementation, integration, testing, and technology transfer.
• Understand and apply applicable processes, standards, and design constraints while collaborating with local and global teams to develop, test, and support products in our manufacturing operation.
• Drive the achievement of assigned targets (quality, time, scope, cost) and proactively raise and address risks to ensure project success.

Our Team Dynamics

ABB’s medium voltage manufacturing facility at Henderson, Auckland, is a global factory with research and development responsibility for the ABB Safe Link gas insulated Ringmain switchgear. We’re a strong team that provides our customers with all the benefits that a manufacturing facility has to offer, such as research and design, engineering, manufacturing, as well as service and support. Our customers all over the globe choose our switchgear products due to their reliability and efficiency. Our success is due to our commitment to high quality production standards, continuous improvement, collaborative team environment and dedication to customer service.

Qualifications for the Role

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, preferably Mechanical Engineering, with 5+ years of experience in Product Design and Development.
• Highly proficient in CAD tools (Solid Works) with demonstrated expertise in designing products for repetitive manufacturing environments.
• Strong experience with metal fabrication, sheet metal, and plastic components—from concept through production.
• Mindset to innovate around product design, take ownership of technical challenges, and drive continuous improvement.
• Fluent English communication skills (written and verbal)
• Current valid NZ VISA/work permit.

More about us

ABB's Distribution Solutions Division facilitates the efficient and reliable distribution, protection andcontrol of power by improving electric power quality while strengthening the resilience of the grid. The Division offers segment-specific products and solutions that largely serve utilities, industry and infrastructure segments, often providing the requisite medium-voltage link between high-voltage transmission systems and low-voltage users. With ABB Ability™ enabled connected solutions at its core, the offering includes medium-voltage air- and gas-insulated switchgear (1 to 66 kilovolts), indoor and outdoor circuit breakers, reclosers, fuses, contactors, relays, instrument transformers, sensors, motor control centers, as well as low-voltage switchgear for the ANSI standard markets.

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 [

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