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This position reports to:
Engineering Manager__
In this role, you will have the opportunity to act as the technical lead for traction system customer projects. Each day, you will ensure the activities related to all engineering disciplines within the project are executed in an efficient and cost-effective manner. You will also showcase your expertise by acting as a technical design authority for complete projects and drive the corresponding design and engineering activities.
The work model for the role is: hybrid
This role is contributing to the Motion Business - Traction Division. Main stakeholders are product management, project management, R&D and production.
You will be mainly accountable for:
- Technical lead of the project team of specialist engineers for complex engineering projects, in collaboration with the commercial project manager
- Technical representation of the project towards the customer and suppliers
- Ensuring project execution within the given time, cost, and scope framework
- Drive decisions and maintain close collaboration with other engineering teams (locally and globally), R&D, product management, project management and other relevant functions
- Actively promoting the application and continuous improvement of engineering practices and processes
Our team dynamics
You will join a high performing team, where you will be able to thrive.
Qualifications for the role
- Bachelor, Master or PhD in electrical, software or mechanical engineering
- At least 5 years work experience in a technical customer focused area, ideally in the field of railway, E-bus or heavy electric vehicle propulsion
- Technical Project management experience
- Strong level of self-motivation, curiosity, and a structured approach to work
- Team player with excellent communication skills in English and preferably in German
We also offer our employees the following benefits:
- Canteen
- Flexible work practices
- on-site Gym
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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor, Master or PhD in electrical, software or mechanical engineering
- At least 5 years work experience in a technical customer-focused area
- Experience in railway, E-bus or heavy electric vehicle propulsion
- Technical project management experience
- Strong self-motivation, curiosity, and a structured approach to work
- Team player with excellent communication skills in English
- German language skills
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and disability and life insurance included. Immediate eligibility in some roles reinforces the sense of dependable core coverage.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are described as broad, including paid holidays, sick days, volunteer time, sabbaticals, and, in some cases, 25 days of PTO. Flexible scheduling and remote-work options add to perceived time-off and flexibility value.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are positioned as robust, including a 401(k) with company contributions or matching and, in some cases, profit sharing or pension savings. Stock purchase/share acquisition programs complement longer-term savings options.
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What We Do
ABB is a leading global technology company that energizes the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future. By connecting software to its electrification, robotics, automation and motion portfolio, ABB pushes the boundaries of technology to drive performance to new levels. With a history of excellence stretching back more than 130 years, ABB’s success is driven by about 110,000 talented employees in over 100 countries. www.abb.com
