This position reports to:Chapter Lead
ABB Electrification's Smart Power Division is seeking a
Customer Application Engineer to develop innovative critical power and building electrification solutions for the North American market. In this role, you will bridge our R&D team and customers by designing, developing, and validating applications that meet market demands. You'll drive customer-focused innovation, support new product development, and help position ABB as a leader in data center power solutions.
Key Responsibilities- Application Development - Develop applications and solutions for critical power and building electrification; create training materials, value propositions, and marketing communications
- Customer Engagement - Collect and understand customer requirements from US-based OEMs; conduct market intelligence and competitive analysis to inform product strategy
- Cross-Functional Leadership - Coordinate with internal ABB teams (R&D, Product Management, Digital) to execute business plans and develop dedicated customer solutions
- Validation & Testing - Support application testing, validation, and optimization to ensure quality and performance
- Solution Consulting - Help customers identify optimal solutions for their projects and ensure seamless customer journey experiences (e.g., application configurators)
- Market Strategy - Monitor industry trends, competitive landscape, and regulatory standards; recommend strategic adjustments for long and mid-term planning
- Industry Collaboration - Participate in national and international standardization committees
- Digital Marketing Support - Contribute to application-related digital marketing campaigns and initiatives
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (Master's preferred)
- Technical understanding with willingness to continuously learn and acquire new competencies
- Experience with CAD design (3D, 2D, and BOMs) and PLM software (Windchill)
- Experience in product development and new product introduction
- Strong understanding of electrical systems; ability to read, understand, and design electrical diagrams
- Agile mindset with experience in agile working environments
- Negotiation, market knowledge, leadership, and strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to travel domestically up to 20% of the time
Preferred Qualifications- Master's degree in Engineering
- Second language proficiency
- Knowledge of NEC codes (NEC 700, 701, 702) and electrical design standards
- Familiarity with Uptime Institute Tier design and ANSI/TIA-942-A ratings
- Experience with ANSI/BICSI 002 levels or similar electrical distribution design requirements
- Knowledge of UL standards (UL67, UL891, UL508/508a, UL489)
- Data center power systems experience
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.
ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]
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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.
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?
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