Regional Competency Centre Specialist – Building Automation

ABB; Jakarta Pusat; Hybrid; IDR 1,621,329,000 - 2,341,920,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB is seeking a Regional Competency Center Specialist to support its Building Automation portfolio. The role emphasizes coordinating demonstrations, driving demand through technical sales, and delivering customer-focused training and analytics.

The position operates in a hybrid model with cross-functional collaboration and travel as required, reporting to the Market Development Manager. A strong background in building automation and certified skills are preferred for this senior role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation, Electrical, Electronics or Mechanical Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating product demonstrations to showcase ABB’s solutions.
• Generating demand by promoting technical aspects and value-based selling.
• Assisting in preparing sales proposals and advising on product selection.
• Providing technical support during meetings, presentations, and negotiations.
• Performing analytics to determine optimal technical solutions for customers.
• Collaborating with Local Product Marketing team to build capability for Building Automation.
• Delivering training on products/solutions and contributing to technical articles.

Skills

Project coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation, Electrical, Electronics or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Niagara 4

KNX Basic & Advanced

BACnet

Modbus

OPC

Node-RED

Niagara 4 Developer Certification

Job description

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:

Market Development Manager

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Your Role And Responsibilities

As a Regional Competency Center Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in supporting ABB's Building Automation business by leveraging technical expertise and industry knowledge to enhance operational efficiency, drive innovation, and deliver exceptional service to our customers. This position involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, providing training and support, and contributing to the development of cutting-edge solutions in Building Automation. It is also a demand creation responsibility with consultants and on boarding on new customers/channel partners.

The work model for the role is: Hybrid

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Coordinating the product demonstrations and presentations to showcase the value and benefits of ABB’s product and solutions.
• Generating product demand by promoting technical aspects, providing solutions, and utilizing value-based selling approach.
• Supporting in preparing sales proposals, review Project specs, advising on product selection to secure new Orders.
• Providing technical support during technical meetings, product presentations, and negotiations and offer technical advice.
• Performing analytics and diagnostic studies to determine the most suitable technical solution to meet the customer needs.
• Closely working with Manager on developing technical competency in Local Product Marketing team for Building Automation Portfolio.
• Delivering product/solution/service-related training; and supporting the managers in preparing and validating the technical articles to publish.

Qualifications For The Role

• Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation, Electrical, Electronics or Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-10 years of previous experience in experience in building automation systems, Guest Room Management System and Lighting Control Projects.
• Having Niagara 4 TCP ,Niagara 4 Developer Certification , KNX Basic and Advanced certification will be preferred.
• Strong background in programming , Testing and commissioning of the DDC and PLC based building automation system.
• Have been Involved in design and estimation, Project Compliance, IO Point Calculations, prepared shop drawings and wiring diagram.
• Deep technical understanding of protocol such KNX, BACnet, Modbus and OPC.
• Having any Basic Cloud Based Certification and hands on experience on working on Node Red.
• Having ASHRAE HVAC Level 1 and Level 2 certification will be advantage.
• Willingness to travel as required.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges
• You hold valid work permit ,resident or national of Singapore.

What's in it for you?

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.

More About Us

ABB Smart Buildings enables optimization of energy efficiency, safety, security and comfort for any building type, through new installations or retrofit solutions. The Division offers integrated digital technologies to control HVAC, lighting, shutters, and security, in addition to energy distribution solutions including DIN rail products, enclosures and emergency lighting through to industrial plugs and sockets and conventional wiring accessories, accommodating for single family homes, multiple dwellings, commercial buildings, infrastructure and industrial applications. The Division’s highly innovative technologies and digital solutions serve rising global demand among real estate developers, owners, and investors for smart building technologies that optimize energy distribution and building automation. The scalable solutions aim to deliver significant sustainable and financial benefits, meeting social and environmental demands, while being able to address even the most complex of customers’ carbon reduction strategies.

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.