Production Engineering Specialist
ABB · New Berlin, WI
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Production
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 14 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level production role at ABB (industrial) in New Berlin, WI.
- They ask for
- 3+ years
- Tools it names
- Lean, Kaizen, FMEA, Robotics, Automation, SAP
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Production Engineer roles in Wisconsin: typical posted base $103k–$159k.
Median of the low and high ends of 8 live postings that list pay, out of 28 production engineer openings in Wisconsin, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Wisconsin plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 27 other live production postings in Wisconsin.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (3+ vs 7+)
Typical $90k–$119k, from 7 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 7+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 50%
- ✓ Lean 43%
- Root cause 25%
- EHS / safety 25%
- Six Sigma 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Robotics, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: ABB in New Berlin
2 other open roles at this site · 1 person we found in production roles at ABB.
- Production Assembly Supervisor · Production · Supervisor
- Process Engineer · Process
Full description from ABBAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
for the role
- ◆3+ years of experience in an Industrial, Manufacturing, Quality, or Operations role. Working knowledge of ERP software, preferably SAP.
- ◆Familiarity with CAD software a plus.
- ◆Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.
Preferred Qualifications
- ✓Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
- ✓Exposure to lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies.
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At ABB , we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. 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.
This position reports to
Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Manag
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In this role you will support process improvements for the US – Motion - System Drives Production Lines in the areas of Safety, Delivery, Internal Logistics, Lean Manufacturing, Quality, and Automation.
The work model for the role is: onsite in New Berlin, WI. This role is contributing to the High-Power Motion division in North America.
You will be mainly accountable for
- •Support safety initiatives at the site by identifying hazards, recommending improvements, and assisting with work cell redesign and ergonomic assessments. Assist with quality activities including work instructions, PFMEAs, error proofing, and managing ECNs as they arise. Support compliance with quality management system requirements.
- •Assist with capacity and cost improvement projects by participating in kaizens and identifying continuous improvement opportunities in daily operations.
- •Support project execution by working collaboratively with team members and stakeholders, tracking progress, and ensuring changes are properly implemented and sustained.
- •Assist with automation evaluation and implementation of manufacturing process technologies including robotics, vision systems, AGVs, and control systems. Support coordination of equipment vendors and documentation as needed.
More about us
We are global market leader in mission-critical high-power, high-performance motors, drives, generators, power conversion and packaged solutions. Every day, we make a difference for our customers by making their operations profitable, safe, and reliable.
What’s in it for you
We give you the space to lead, the support to grow, and the chance to make a difference. Whether you're solving problems, building something new, or helping others succeed, your impact is real. You’ll be part of a team that values your voice and celebrates your progress.
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
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
- •Paid Parental Leave
- •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. Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions.
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.