ABB Ltd

Associate Project Manager

ABB Ltd$70K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical, Automation, or related field).
  • 5+ years of experience in the automation industry.
  • Experience executing Automation and/or Electrical projects is preferred.
  • Basic knowledge of Project Management principles.
  • Background in technical projects within Oil and Gas, Chemical, Power, or Water industries.
  • Ability to foster continuous improvement in operational processes and tools.
  • Must have current US work authorization without need for sponsorship.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the project team for small, low-complexity projects.
  • Support other project managers in establishing project execution strategies.
  • Oversee project hand-over, planning, and monitoring for all resources involved.
  • Monitor project financials, including invoicing status and expenses.
  • Implement recovery actions for schedule delays and cost overruns, with guidance as needed.

Benefits

  • Choice between two medical plan options (PPO or High Deductible Health Plan).
  • Two dental plan options available (Core and Core Plus).
  • Company paid life insurance at 2X base pay and additional voluntary options.
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage at no cost to the employee.
  • Up to 6 weeks of Parental Leave.
  • 401k Savings Plan with company contributions.
  • Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP).
  • 11 paid holidays and vacation based on years of service.
Full Job Description
This position reports to:
OGC Operations Manager & PMO

ABB's Automation business area enables customers to operate some of the world's largest and most complex industrial infrastructures, helping them outrun - leaner and cleaner.
We offer a broad range of automation, electrification and digital solutions for process, hybrid and maritime industries, including industry-specific integrated control and software as well as measurement and analytics solutions and services.

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead the execution of small projects with low complexity. Each day, you will ensure that all related activities are executed in accordance with procedures, regulations, standards, specifications and targets. You will also showcase your expertise by defining and applying basic project scheduling techniques to manage schedule risks proactively.

The work model for the role is: Hybrid.

This role is contributing to the AUEN group in the US. Main stakeholders are Project Management and Engineering

You will be mainly accountable for:
  • Lead the project team allocated to the project.
  • Support other project managers to establish the project execution approach, and oversees project hand-over, execution planning, and monitoring and control activities for both internal and external resources in order to accomplish all project goals.
  • Support continuous improvement and simplification of guidelines, tools, and templates.
  • Monitor and controls project financials, overseeing project invoicing status, cost, expenses, and cash flow.
  • Applies immediate recovery actions for schedule delays and cost overruns, under guidance and coaching if required


Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering in Electrical, Automation, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in the automation industry.
  • Executing Automation and / or Electrical projects experience is preferred.
  • Basic Project Management knowledge.
  • Experience working with highly technical projects in the Oil and Gas, Chemical, Power and water industries.
  • Ability to support continuous improvement across processes, tools, and operational guidelines to enhance efficiency and performance.
  • You hold current work permit in US and do not need any further sponsorship.


We empower you to take the lead, share bold ideas, and shape real outcomes. You'll grow through hands-on experience, mentorship, and learning that fits your goals. Here, your work doesn't just matter, it moves things forward.

What's in it for you

We want you to bring your full self to work-your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You'll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

More About Us

MyBenefitsABB.com

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

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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

ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.

About ABB Ltd

ABB Ltd is a Swiss multinational corporation that specializes in electrical equipment. The company was founded in 1988 and is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. ABB operates in a variety of industries, including power generation, transmission, and distribution, as well as automation and robotics. The company's products and services are used in a range of applications, from electric vehicles to renewable energy systems. ABB has a global presence, with operations in more than 100 countries. The company is committed to sustainability and has set ambitious targets for reducing its environmental impact.
Learn more about ABB Ltd
Size
104,400 employees
Market Cap
$59.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$5.1 billion
Founded
1988
5 Year Trend
+3%
Revenue
$26.1 billion
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