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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.
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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.
Skills Required
- 5+ years of engineering experience working with ABB Distributed Control Systems
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or other engineering degree
- Sound knowledge of engineering techniques, processes, and tools
- Experience designing, testing and commissioning control logic, HMIs, and automation enclosures
- Strong communication, leadership, collaboration skills and customer-facing experience
- High level of self-motivation, curiosity and willingness to learn new technologies
- Strong focus on safe work practices and adherence to workplace safety guidelines
- Ability to read, write and speak English fluently
- Position based in or near Houston, TX (hybrid work model)
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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
