Global VP of R&D Engineering - NEMA Motors

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This Position reports to:

The work model for the role is: Onsite #LI-Onsite

Your role and responsibilities:

Responsible for identification, exploration and implementation of R&D, engineering and technology/product development and growth strategies within the global NEMA Motors Division to enhance and secure ABB´s global position and profitability in the medium/long term. Ensure project execution, foster innovation and develop and secure research and development (R&D) capabilities.

Our Team Dynamics 

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there. 

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Set and Lead R&D Strategy & Technology Direction: Define and execute the Division’s R&D strategy, technology roadmap, innovation pipeline, and KPIs while ensuring alignment with broader business goals.
• Drive Project Excellence & Operational Execution: Oversee delivery of R&D and engineering projects on time and on budget, ensuring adherence to processes, standards, governance, and IP/risk management requirements.
• Strengthen Cross‑Functional & External Collaboration: Align R&D with Product Management, support knowledge transfer, and represent the technology function with customers, partners, universities, and industry bodies.
• Develop People & Manage Resources: Lead organizational capability, talent development, and team performance while managing R&D budgets, resources, and overall operational effectiveness.

Qualifications for the role:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with minimum 15 years experience working in a manufacturing environment with recent engineering leadership responsibilities.
• Global leadership and financial acumen, with experience managing multi‑country teams and navigating complex custom‑order product environments.
• Strategic, analytical, and results‑driven, demonstrating strong problem‑solving, organizational skills, and a proven ability to execute key strategic initiatives.
• Exceptional communicator and relationship‑builder, with the ability to lead and influence senior‑level teams and effectively understand markets, customers, and competitive dynamics.
• Preferred Experience Includes: Motor Knowledge / SAP / IoT / SAP / Workday / Lean Six Sigma Certifications / PMP Certification / M&A / NEMA Specifications knowledge / Experience Streamlining Processes and implementing Process Improvements.
• Willingness to travel: up to 35%
• Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

More about us:

ABB’s NEMA Motors Division is the global leading electric NEMA motors manufacturer. With more than 4,500 employees across the globe and seven manufacturing locations that produce more than 1.6 million motors every year, the division powers its customers from many industries with safe, reliable energy-efficient and effective solutions. NEMA Motors Division is a trusted leader with the shortest lead time and the broadest modularized product offering.

What's in it for you

We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

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. 

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf 

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.  

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to [email protected]. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.  

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 
• Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks 
• 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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