Senior Project Engineer

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Bangalore, Bengaluru Urban, Karnataka, IND
In-Office
6-9 Annually
Senior level
Robotics • Analytics • Energy
The Role
The Senior Project Engineer will execute service work on DCS Automation Systems in the Thermal Power industry, lead project teams, and ensure project readiness through effective communication and adherence to safety standards.
Summary Generated by Built In

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This Position reports to:

Senior Engineering Manager
 

Your role and responsibilities:

In this role, you will have the opportunity to execute service work with low to medium complexity as per work instructions and in accordance with ABB standard processes, quality standards, and safety guidelines. Each day, you will plan and execute work on a first-time right approach with customers. Your responsibilities will include demonstrating a solid grasp of priorities and attentiveness within your designated duties.

The work model for the role is: #LI - Onsite

This role is contributing to the Automation – Energy division in-Bangalore India region.

You will be mainly accountable for:

  • Executed application development, design, installation, and commissioning of DCS Automation Systems in the Thermal Power/Power industry, ensuring reliable performance across large‑scale projects (100+ MW and above).

  • Delivered both on‑site and remote support, including troubleshooting, issue resolution, and commissioning activities of medium to high complexity.

  • Led project teams during major commissioning assignments, ensuring smooth execution, adherence to safety standards, and effective customer communication.

  • Identified technical issues during customer interactions, performed root cause analysis, and recommended corrective and preventive actions to enhance system reliability.

  • Ensured project readiness by preparing material lists, coordinating availability of parts, tools, and equipment, and supporting continuous improvement through documentation of best practices.

Qualifications for the role:

  • Experience of 6 to 9 years in DCS systems within the Thermal Power/Power industry.

  • Solid foundation in process control and instrumentation, with proven experience in handling large projects (100+ MW).

  • Skilled in application engineering, HMI design, testing, and commissioning, with exposure to system retrofits and migrations.

  • Demonstrated ability to lead project teams and manage commissioning activities across Pan India (50% travel).

  • B.E/B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunication, or Instrumentation, with effective verbal and written communication skills.

More about us:

The Energy Industries Division serves a wide range of industrial sectors, including hydrocarbons, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, power generation and water. With its integrated solutions that automate, digitalize and electrify operations, the Division is committed to supporting traditional industries in their efforts to decarbonize. The Division also supports the development, integration and scaling up of new and renewable energy models. The Division’s goal is to help customers adapt and thrive in the rapidly changing global energy transition. Harnessing data, machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI), the Division brings over 50 years of domain experience delivering solutions designed to improve energy, process and production efficiency, as well as reduce risk, operational cost and capital cost, while minimizing waste for customers, from project start-up and throughout the entire plant lifecycle.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

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Skills Required

  • 6 to 9 years in DCS systems
  • B.E/B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunication, or Instrumentation
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills

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The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about ABB and has not been reviewed or approved by ABB.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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The Company
Bengaluru, Karnataka
104,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1988

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

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