Electrical DesignProject Specialist
Schenectady, NY - USA
Job Summary
At ABB we help industries run leaner and cleanerand every person here makes that happen. Youll 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:
Area Field Services ManagerThe Electrical Design/Project Specialist will provide direction and assistance to the work group in order to meet assigned objectives. Responsibility includes performing Engineering and design of electrical equipment.
The work model for the role is: onsite work schedule based in Rotterdam NY
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide knowledge of and conduct work activities in compliance with the ABB HSE (Health Safety and Environment) ABB Way and Safety Manual & Safety policy at all times.
- Be responsible for Engineering and Design for the Rotterdam Service Center in Rotterdam NY. Engineering Design Packages along with assisting on Startup commissioning troubleshooting engineering and design of Power Delivery equipment in respective area. Such as MCCs VFDs Control Panels and AC/DC Starters.
- The Electrical Design/Project Engineer will work with other engineers technicians and contractors including project management and assEist lead site engineer or site project manager with design and application.
- Plan organize and perform multifunctional Engineering Design assignments in designated areas of expertise directing the work of craft labor as required in a timely and efficient manner.
- Develop and further expand technical knowledge and expertise currently recognized industry standards for engineering ability.
- Plan prepare and/or instruct both internal and external training programs as required to impart and perpetuate engineering design and/or product knowledge in area of specialization.
- Perform administrative functions in a timely manner that are associated with your work such as writing technical reports ordering necessary materials securing quotations preparing job status reports reports to customers time sheets expense tracking sheets and cost control activities. Such tasks must be completed on a timely and thorough basis.
- Work directly with customers and ABB sales / service team to identify new engineering design service opportunities develop proposals and execute work scope.
- Develop knowledge of ABB Industrial Solutions terms & conditions and those of our customers & sub-contractors to minimize risk and ensure compliance & integrity.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in electrical engineering with 0 years of experience (OR Associates degree with 3 years of experience OR High School Diploma / GED with 5 additional years of related electrical design engineering experience).
- Demonstrated & ability to build strong interpersonal and customer service skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with minimum supervision with strong business acumen.
- Computer skills including Microsoft Outlook Excel and Word.
- Ability and willingness to possess and maintain a valid passport and drivers license. ABB will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.
- Knowledge of industrial customer base in geographical area is preferred.
- Technical skills in the design and testing of power distribution and delivery to include MCCs VFDs Electrical Control and relay Panels AC/DC Starters is also preferred.
Whats in it for you
We want you to bring your full self to workyour ideas your energy your ambition. Youll 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.
More About Us
ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity gender expression sexual orientation) marital status citizenship age race and ethnicity inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles color religious creed national origin pregnancy physical or mental disability genetic information protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.
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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.
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About Company
ABB's Electrification business offers a wide-ranging portfolio of products, digital solutions and services, from substation to socket, enabling safe, smart and sustainable electrification. Offerings encompass digital and connected innovations for low- and medium-voltage, including EV ... View more