Computer Engineer Internship Jobs in Danville, VA

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This position reports to:
Engineering Supervisor
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Your role and responsibilities
In this role, you will support engineering activities in all types of project sizes and complexities, under the supervision of senior engineers. Complete the tasks cost-effectively and in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards, safety requirements, and cybersecurity policies and standards. Develop BOMs (Bills of Materials) for assigned projects
The work model for the role is: On Site
You will be mainly accountable for:

• Release mechanical BOMs to ERP system for assigned orders.
• Create 3D models and drawings for new requisition special designs using Creo, SolidWorks, or equivalent platforms.
• Create part numbers and drawings for customers' doors and panels.
• Manage PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) system and publish new designs.
• Utilize 3D modeling to design engineering solutions, including drawings and calculations according to contractual specification.
• Creates or reviews engineering drawings, specifications and plans required by manufacturing, fabrication, or construction.
• Contributes to design reviews and design verification, modifies design, as necessary.
• Review bill of material accuracy to achieve desired component ordering.
• Ensure all designs work to meet company, industry, and customer's technical standards/requirements (i.e. NEC, ANSI, IEEE, customer project specifications, etc.).
• Perform tolerance and mechanical stress analysis as necessary.
• Support mechanical designs for New Product Introductions.
• Coordinates with Manufacturing and Testing functions to ensure the designs are appropriately manufactured/staged and tested. Updates the engineering deliverables as-built.
• Coordinates with Commissioning / Service functions to ensure the designs are appropriately installed and commissioned
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to drive improvements in efficiency, quality, and/or customer satisfaction.
• Uses standard processes and tools and provide feedback for improvement and maintenance of the respective engineering tools and systems (i.e. symbol libraries, guidelines, reference documents, engineering system usability, etc.).
• Participates in project meetings and presents specific aspects of design assignments.
• Technical leadership and knowledge sharing. Actively contributes and shares experiences in workshops pertaining to engineering design, tools, and processes. Shares best practices Lessons-Learned documentation across different projects.

Qualifications for the role

• Bachelor's Degree in Customer Application Engineering or related engineering field
• Preferred experience in Customer Application Engineering, or Engineering Design
• Preferred Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related field and 3+ years of relevant experience
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Must be self-motivated with a high level of creativity.
• Complex problem-solving skills required.
• Experience in dealing with the cultural diversity of a global business environment.
• Proficient with AutoCAD (recent version) or equivalent computer aided design platform. Computer Aided Design certification or degree preferred.
• Familiar and have practical experience with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint, SAP, Windchill and other applicable software.
• Experience with 3D design including use of Creo, SolidWorks, or equivalent design platforms
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment, specifically with steel or copper fabrication
• Experience with electrical distribution equipment
• Computer Aided Design certification or degree
• Internship or co-op experience in Engineering
• Knowledge of ANSI Air Insulated Switchgear
• Familiarity with NEC, ANSI, IEEE standards
• Candidates must possess prior authorization that permits them to work for ABB in the US

Why ABB? What's in it for you We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You'll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that's tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger. 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 US-AskHR@abb.com . Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner. ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees [excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico] Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on "Candidate/Guest" to learn more 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 Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy. 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. 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.