Production Engineering

• Mechanical Design & Optimization

About the Role

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we'll give you what you need to make it happen. It won't always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you'll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

This position reports to: Service Operations Manager

This role is contributing to the Motion Service Division in Vittuone (Milan).

Work model: Hybrid

Your Role and Responsibilities

In this role, you will support and optimize the Production organization's mechanical processes, assembly methods, and equipment, ensuring alignment with business goals related to productivity, quality, safety, and cost efficiency. You will work daily with MV production lines, mechanical workshop teams, and cross‑functional stakeholders to ensure optimal cycle times, tooling, and process performance.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Designing mechanical parts and components using CAD tools (AutoCAD, Inventor)
• Performing mechanical calculations and, when required, supporting Finite Element Modelling (FEM) analysis as a plus
• Supporting and optimizing mechanical activities on MV lines, including stamping, punching, and packaging processes
• Issuing and updating work cycles, production documentation, and technical instructions
• Defining and validating tooling and equipment required in the workshop for refurbishment of older machines
• Evaluating new mechanical process technologies to improve quality, productivity, and cost
• Providing technical support during process and equipment start‑ups, including training for maintenance and production teams
• Leading or participating in continuous improvement initiatives, applying Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and problem‑solving methodologies
• Collaborating effectively with other functions (Quality, Production, R&D, Maintenance), ensuring open communication and a constructive, proactive attitude

Qualifications for the Role

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design and calculation, including experience with:
• AutoCAD, Inventor
  • FEM analysis (considered a strong plus)
• Experience in production engineering, preferably in mechanical or electromechanical industrial environments
• Experience with workshop activities, tooling definition, and mechanical repair processes
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement methodologies (considered a plus)
• Familiarity with SAP as an additional asset
• Strong communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills
• Proactive, solution‑oriented mindset with the ability to work effectively in a structured industrial environment
• Good command of English (spoken and written)

Benefits

We also offer our employees the following benefits:

• Competitive compensation: Attractive salary packages and performance bonuses
• Corporate welfare: Access to a wide range of services and personal well-being support
• Career development: Structured career paths, individual development plans, opportunities for internal mobility, including international roles, technical and managerial training programs, mentoring and access to global learning platforms
• Flexibility and work-life balance: Flexible working hours, hybrid work options, and a strong focus on work-life integration
• Employee Support: Free services like psychological help, wellness coaching, and emotional support for employees and their families
• Parental Leave: At least 12 weeks of fully paid leave for primary caregivers and 4 weeks for secondary caregivers, promoting DEI values
• Meal allowance: Access to canteen is provided to support daily lunch expenses

About Us

ABB Motion Service Division serves customers worldwide by maximizing uptime, extending product life cycle and enhancing the performance and energy efficiency of their electrical motion solutions. The Division is leading the way in digitalization by securely connecting motors and drives, increasing operational uptime and improving efficiency. The services offered make the difference for our customers and partners every day by helping keep their operations running profitably, safely and reliably.

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