ABB Ltd

Senior Project Engineer - Automation

ABB Ltd$100K — $130K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of engineering experience with ABB Distributed Control Systems
  • Strong knowledge of engineering techniques, tools, and processes
  • Emphasis on safe work practices and safety guidelines
  • Self-motivated with a curiosity for new technologies
  • Collaborative with strong communication and leadership skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English

Responsibilities

  • Act as the technical lead for Process Automation engineering projects
  • Engage with customers to shape and deliver medium complexity solutions
  • Execute Distributed Control System project deliverables on time and within budget
  • Troubleshoot technical issues at customer locations domestically and internationally
  • Support Project Managers with technical specifications, costs, and deliverables
  • Design, test, and commission automation controls and interfaces

Benefits

  • Health plan options including PPO and High Deductible plans
  • Dental and vision coverage
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • Parental leave of up to 6 weeks
  • 401k plan with company contributions
  • Employee discount programs
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • 11 paid holidays and permissive vacation policy
Full Job Description
This position reports to:
Engineering Manager

In this role, you will have the opportunity to act as the technical lead and/or design authority for Process Automation engineering projects in Renewable, Oil & Gas, Chemical, Power Generation, Water treatment industries both in US and global projects, making technical recommendations and enhancing customer satisfaction by providing excellent service.

In this role, you will ensure successful Distributed Control System delivery of multiple projects on time, within budget, and in line with specifications and with quality and safety guidelines.

The work model for the role is: Hybrid (must by in or near Houston, TX) {#LI-Hybrid}

This role is contributing to the Automation Energy Industries Division in the US.

You will be mainly accountable for:
  • Working closely with customers to shape and deliver solutions, and utilizing feedback to drive delivery of improvements for medium complex projects
  • Cost-effectively executing Distributed Control System project deliverables on time in accordance with specifications, standards, and safety requirements
  • Resolving technical issues both remotely and at customer sites in US and abroad
  • Assisting Project Managers with claims, customer specifications and safety standards, as well as technical details, costs, and deliverables for sales proposals. Creating and delivering work plans, budgets, and risk assessments
  • Design, Test and Commission Automation Enclosures, Control Logic and Human Machine Interfaces with ABB or 3rd party Control System

Our team dynamics
You will join a talented and high performing team, where you will be able to thrive.

Qualifications for the role

  • 5+ years of experience in engineering, working as an Engineer with ABB Distributed Control Systems
  • Sound knowledge of engineering techniques, processes, and tools
  • A strong focus on safe work practices and dedication to following workplace safety guidelines
  • A high level of self-motivation, curiosity, and a desire to learn about new technologies
  • A collaborative approach to working, demonstrating strong communication and leadership skills
  • A Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, or other engineering degree
  • Candidates must be able to read, write and speak English fluently
  • Position will be based in Houston, TX
  • Reimbursement for relocation is available

More about us

ABB Energy Industries is enabling safe, smart and sustainable projects and operations for businesses across the oil, gas, chemicals, life sciences, power generation and water sectors. Driving integrated solutions that automate, digitalize and electrify industry we connect our people and technology to help our customers adapt and succeed. With over 50 years domain expertise,

we continue to innovate and reshape traditional approaches across the energy sector with our technologies designed to improve operational efficiency,

reduce risk, reduce energy consumption and waste.

We look forward to receiving your application. If you want to discover more

about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com.

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]

Go to www.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
  • 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. 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?

Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

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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