Mechanical Design Engineer

Join ABB Power Grids and work in a team that is dedicated to creating a future where innovative digital technologies allow greater access to cleaner energy.
HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) is a business unit within ABB’s Power Grids division located in Ludvika. The unit develops, manufactures and sells DC transmission systems on a global market. This ABB developed HVDC technology is used to transmit electricity over long distances and for power transmission via submarine cables. HVDC is also used to connect power systems. The Valve Design department is responsible for the design of converter valves, a key component in HVDC transmission systems. The HVDC valve consists of more than 15 000 components and is a complex product which requires several years of experience before the technology can be fully mastered.
Your responsibilities
Participating in the design of order projects of the HVDC converter valves.
Designing in NX/Team Center environment.
Working with technically challenging products which span over several technological areas – for example heat transferring, electrical insulation, strength and materials technology.
Ensuring that your delivery is in the right on time and right from a cost and quality perspective.
Living ABB’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background
You have a university degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
At least a couple of years of experience within Mechanical Design
Experience in using 3D-CAD, ideally NX
You are a proficient computer user, and preferably have good knowledge in Team Center and SAP
Probably working as designer either within manufacturing or the electrical power industry today
Experience and knowledge of high voltage products are meriting
Experience from working in a development environment is qualifying
You have good knowledge in verbal and written English. Good knowledge in Swedish is meriting.
Efficient teamworking skills
Strong self-learning skills and excellent collaborative capabilities
You are efficient and always striving after improvements
A responsible individual who understands complex systems

More about us
Bring your very own sense of pride and purpose as you help us drive forward the Fourth Industrial Revolution – creating a sustainable future for our planet, and your career. Join ABB Power Grids and harness the power of our diverse global network, as you collaborate with and learn from our world-class teams. Above all, challenge yourself every day. Let’s write the future, together.
It is an exciting time to join ABB Power Grids. ABB and Hitachi have signed an agreement to create a joint venture (JV). By combining ABB Power Grids’ with Hitachi’s complementary strengths, we plan to form a new and stronger global leader in the power sector. ABB Power Grids and Hitachi will have more than 230 years of combined heritage and experience. Together, we will be well-positioned to shape the future of energy, with pioneering technologies, as the partner of choice for enabling a stronger, smarter and greener grid. The transaction is expected to be completed by the first half of 2020, subject to regulatory approvals. Join us on this exciting journey.
Recruiting manager Ola Hedlund, +46 240-78 33 66, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Torbjörn Wilund, +46 240-78 25 73; Ledarna: Christer Fridlund, +46 240-78 29 12; Unionen: Stefan Barkman, +46 240-78 33 04. Any other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Renee Lundgren, +46 727-30 00 72.
Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Welcome to apply at abb.com/careers and search for job ID SE74512801. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until 8th of June, so don’t delay – apply today!