Senior Associate Design Engineer- LeRoy, NY
Hubbell
Posted Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Posting ID: 1383939400
Leroy, NY
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Job Overview
The Senior Associate Design Engineer is responsible for the development of new products and the enhancement of existing products, including high-voltage bushings. This role involves close collaboration with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional internal teams, such as marketing, engineering, and operations, to ensure that the company's key performance metrics are achieved.
The successful candidate will create and maintain detailed 3D models and engineering drawings, as well as develop and analyze Finite Element Analysis (FEA) models to support product design, validation, and optimization efforts. The Design Engineer will contribute throughout the product lifecycle, from concept development through production support.
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A Day In The Life
Hubbell Incorporated
Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.
The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.
We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.
Hubbell Utility Solutions
Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.
Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.
The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.
The Senior Associate Design Engineer is responsible for the development of new products and the enhancement of existing products, including high-voltage bushings. This role involves close collaboration with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional internal teams, such as marketing, engineering, and operations, to ensure that the company's key performance metrics are achieved.
The successful candidate will create and maintain detailed 3D models and engineering drawings, as well as develop and analyze Finite Element Analysis (FEA) models to support product design, validation, and optimization efforts. The Design Engineer will contribute throughout the product lifecycle, from concept development through production support.
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A Day In The Life
- Execute assigned new product development projects for high-voltage bushings and related products
- Design standard and engineered-to-order products, including performing electrical, mechanical, and thermal calculations, and preparing, reviewing, and approving engineering drawings and design documentation
- Develop detailed 3D models and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) models to evaluate mechanical, thermal, and electrical performance using commercial CAD and analysis software
- Provide technical guidance and leadership to technicians during electrical testing and other assigned product validation tests
- Participate in quality assurance activities, including root cause and failure analysis conducted independently or jointly with customers, and prepare detailed electronic technical reports
- Participate in factory process reviews and propose, present, and help implement initiatives focused on cost reduction and productivity improvements
- Collaborate with vendors on component design, material selection, and the evaluation of new materials
- Work directly with customers via video conference, email, phone, or through the Marketing team on specification reviews, product recommendations, and troubleshooting of testing or performance issues
- Travel domestically and internationally to visit customer sites, factories, facilities, and substations as required
- Deliver technical presentations to customers, both remotely and in person at customer locations
- Participate in national standard meetings and represent the company in professional organizations such as IEEE and CSA
- Collaborate with corporate teams on strategic initiatives, including Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA)
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field, required
- 1-2 years of relevant professional experience, required
- Ability to work effectively as a team player while also performing independently with minimal supervision
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
- Demonstrated analytical capabilities and strong technical writing skills; examples of completed work or reports are a plus
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints
- Proficiency in working with both English and metric units interchangeably
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) and analysis software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar tools is preferred
- Fundamental understanding of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) theory and underlying mathematics
- Ability to travel for business-related activities on a limited basis
- Ability to communicate fluently in English
- Ability to work on a personal computer and other standard office or engineering-related equipment
- Ability to walk and stand on the manufacturing shop floor for extended periods
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds as required for activities such as part inspection, fit checks, and product testing
- Ability to walk up and down stairs and ramps safely within office, manufacturing, and customer facility environments
- Hands-on experience with FEA software such as ANSYS, SolidWorks Simulation, Inventor, COMSOL, or similar tools is required, with demonstrated examples of prior work
- Willingness to travel up to 10%, both domestically and internationally, occasionally on short notice
Hubbell Incorporated
Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.
The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.
We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.
Hubbell Utility Solutions
Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.
Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.
The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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