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This position reports to:
R&D Early Career Program Manager__
About the program
The ABB R&D Early Career Program is a two-year rotational program designed to develop technical problem-solving skills and leadership through advanced engineering courses and technical projects aligned with business objectives.
Participants begin with a July orientation, then complete four 6-month rotations within ABB's Electrification business area, focusing on roles such as continuous improvement, R&D, new product development, and manufacturing support across various locations.
The program includes over 150 hours of specialized training, with two accredited classes at top engineering schools. A dedicated program manager guides participants, and the program culminates in a capstone project and presentation.
Your role and responsibilities
In this role, you will have the opportunity to support business, collaborate with different teams, and contribute to the company's strategic objectives. Each day, you will gain knowledge by performing tasks as directed by the program manager/corresponding leader. You will also showcase your expertise by supporting ABB’s operations and participating in the local Trainee Program.
The work model for the role is: Onsite
You will be mainly accountable for:
- Completing a rotational program with the ABB Electrification business, rotating across R&D teams, with potential to rotate through a related function.
- Contributing to pioneering R&D efforts by developing and testing new engineering solutions, gaining hands-on experience with innovative technologies and advancing ABB’s research objectives.
- Participating in formal training to develop technical, functional, professional and leadership skills in preparation for future roles.
- Delivering the assigned tasks/projects within the assignment period.
Qualifications for the role
- You are currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Engineering degree and will graduate between December 2026 and June 2026 or hold a Bachelor of Engineering degree with no more than 2 years of experience (internships are considered as experience).
- You enjoy solving technical problems and developing products and solutions.
- You have a desire to learn and grow from a diverse set of experiences and people.
- You foster a growth mindset, focusing on continual learning and improvement.
- You are excited to explore living/working in different parts of MX or US or globally. Relocation assistance is provided.
- You are at ease communicating in English (mandatory).
- You hold a current VISA valid in the USA
Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Retirement plan
- Accident Insurance
- Wellbeing program
- Dental insurance
- Flex days
- Development platforms: Spark, Harvard Manager Mentor and English Learning EF English Live School (EF)
More about us
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.
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Engineering degree and graduating between December 2026 and June 2026
- Bachelor of Engineering degree with no more than two years of experience, including internships
- Strong interest in solving technical problems and developing products and solutions
- Willingness to learn, grow, and work with diverse teams
- Willingness to relocate or work in different locations in Mexico, the United States, or globally
- English communication proficiency
- Current visa valid in the United States
ABB Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about ABB and has not been reviewed or approved by ABB.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and disability and life insurance included. Immediate eligibility in some roles reinforces the sense of dependable core coverage.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are described as broad, including paid holidays, sick days, volunteer time, sabbaticals, and, in some cases, 25 days of PTO. Flexible scheduling and remote-work options add to perceived time-off and flexibility value.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are positioned as robust, including a 401(k) with company contributions or matching and, in some cases, profit sharing or pension savings. Stock purchase/share acquisition programs complement longer-term savings options.
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What We Do
ABB is a leading global technology company that energizes the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future. By connecting software to its electrification, robotics, automation and motion portfolio, ABB pushes the boundaries of technology to drive performance to new levels. With a history of excellence stretching back more than 130 years, ABB’s success is driven by about 110,000 talented employees in over 100 countries. www.abb.com
