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You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.\nThis position reports to:\nMechanical Design Team Lead, Europe__\nYour role and responsibilities\nWe are now looking for a new R&D Engineer, Mechanical to join our team at ABB Oy, IEC LV Motors in Vaasa, Finland. In this role, you will be responsible for executing mechanical design activities for Low Voltage Electrical Motors. We offer you a challenging role in the global R&D organization, where you have good opportunities to grow as a specialist by working for one of the leading low voltage motor manufacturers.\nYou will take proactive ownership of assigned tasks and communicate the results. This includes active collaboration with project managers, project team members, global R&D teams, and other internal partners.\nThe work model for the role is: Hybrid, with 2 days a week at the office and other days based on your own preference and scheduling. Please note that during the orientation months the work will be more office focused with higher need for in-person presence.\nThis role is part of the Motion Business Area, IEC LV Motors R&D organization in Europe.\nYou will mainly be responsible for:\nWorking in global product development projects, from the concept stage through to finished products\nMaintaining and keeping the products up to date during the product lifecycle \nPreparing and maintaining technical documentation, design and testing according to project requirements\nEnsuring cost efficient design in accordance with project specifications, related standards, and safety regulations\nCollaborating actively with global R&D teams, operations, and other functions in the organization\nTaking ownership of assigned tasks, ensuring timely execution, and communicating results to project teams\nOur team dynamics\nOur 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.\nQualifications for the role\nB.Sc. or M.Sc. degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field\nExperience in electrical motor design\nSelf-driven way of working with good teamwork and communication skills\nAnalytical and logical mindset with a structured approach to problem solving and technical investigations\nExperience in mechanical design tools such as NX and Teamcenter\nExperience of Creo and PTC Windchill PLM/PDM are considered as a benefit\nGood written and verbal communication skills in English & Finnish are mandatory. Other languages are considered as a benefit\nBenefits\nOur culture and benefits reflect our values: courage, care, curiosity and collaboration. The most appreciated benefits according to our personnel are at the moment e.g. an annual performance bonus, employee share acquisition program, continuous learning opportunities, and other wellbeing and family benefits. We have a hybrid working model. \nMore about us\nThe IEC LV Motors Division is a global market leader focused on helping industries, cities, infrastructure and transportation increase energy efficiency. The division offers a full range of energy efficient low voltage motors, including SynRM (synchronous reluctance) motors to help customers reduce power bills and cut emissions. With rugged designs, a global footprint and application expertise, IEC LV motor solutions have a well-earned reputation of improving reliability and productivity in the most demanding applications.\nIf you have questions, please contact Markus Järvi, Mechanical Design Team Lead Europe, tel. +358 50 564 7575. Please note the following call times: Mondays and Thursdays between 14:00 and 16:00. Apply for the position by October 31, 2026 with your CV and Cover Letter as attachments. We look forward to receiving your application and hearing more about your motivation towards the role.\nJoin us. Be part of the team where progress happens, industries transform, and your work shapes the world. Run What Runs the World. #Li-Hybrid\nBuilding a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. 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