Sustainability Engineer

ABB; Skien; On-site; NOK 634,000 - 847,000; Full time

Job summary

Ett ledande teknikföretag söker en passionerad Sustainability Specialist/Engineer med masterexamen för att utveckla miljöprodukter och implementera cirkulära ekonomiprinciper. Du kommer att arbeta i Skien, Telemark, med fokus på hållbarhet och innovation inom elektrisk infrastruktur. En inkluderande och innovativ arbetsmiljö med utmärkta utvecklingsmöjligheter erbjuds.

Benefits

Konkurrenskraftig lön

Flexibla arbetstider

Tillgång till gym och företagsaktiviteter

Qualifications

• Erfarenhet av att skapa miljöprodukter och livscykelanalyser.
• Kunskap om hållbar designprinciper.
• Kompetens inom produktutveckling och högvolta teknologier är en fördel.

Responsibilities

• Utveckla och underhålla EPD:er för produkter och lösningar.
• Integrera cirkulära ekonomiprinciper i produktutvecklingen.
• Övervaka hållbarhetslagar och miljöpåverkan.

Skills

Kunnande inom cirkulär ekonomi

Dataanalys

Kommunikationsförmåga i engelska och norska

Education

Masterexamen i miljövetenskap eller industriell ekologi

Tools

SimaPro

Python

Power BI

Job description

På ABB hjälper vi industrier att bli snabbare, mer resurseffektiva och hållbara. Här är framsteg en självklarhet - för dig, ditt team och hela världen. Som global marknadsledare ger vi dig rätt förutsättningar för att lyckas med det. Det kommer inte alltid att vara enkelt - utveckling kräver mod och styrka. På ABB är du aldrig ensam. Run what runs the world.

Denna position rapporterar till: R&D Team Lead

Sustainability Specialist/Engineer

Sustainability & Circular Product Development

Location: ABB Electrification Norway – Skien, Telemark

Position Type: Permanent

ABBis a global technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. By connecting its engineering and digitalization expertise, ABB helps industries run at high performance, while becoming more efficient, productive and sustainable so they outperform. At ABB, we call this ‘Engineered to Outrun’.

ABB Electrification in Skien is seeking a passionate and forward-thinking engineer with a master’s degree in environmental sciences or industrial ecology to strengthen our efforts in Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), circular product development, and sustainable innovation. You will work at the intersection of technology, environment, and product design, helping to shape the future of electrical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain EPDs for products and solutions within high and low voltage technologies.
• Integrate circular economy principles into product development processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional and global teams to optimize material choices, life cycle assessments, and environmental impact.
• Actively monitoring sustainability and environmental legislation
• Organize the necessary training for the local teams
• Apply data science tools to analyze and improve environmental performance.
• Contribute to innovation in high-voltage switchgear and electrical components with a sustainability focus.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in environmental science, industrial ecology, environmental engineering, product development, or a related field.
• Experience with EPD creation and life cycle assessments (LCA) with industry tools (e.g. SimaPro or equivalent).
• Knowledge of circular economy and sustainable design principles.
• Competence in product development and/or high-voltage technology is an advantage.
• Experience with data analysis and digital tools (e.g., Python, R, Power BI, DAX, SQL or similar) is desirable.
• Strong communication skills in English and Norwegian, other languages is a plus.
• Comfortable with global collaboration with coworkers with different cultural backgrounds.
• Both recent graduates and experienced are encouraged to apply.
• The position will be partially adapted to the skills level of the candidate.

We Offer

• A key role in a global technology company with ambitious sustainability goals.
• Opportunity to influence the development of future electrical products.
• An inclusive and innovative work environment with high professional standards.
• An active social environment with “Young at ABB”
• Excellent development opportunities and flexible working arrangements.

How to Apply

Submit your application and CV by 15. October 2025.

We review applications on an ongoing basis. For questions, please contact Elham Attar, phone [phone] or [e-mail]

Why ABB? At ABB, you’re not just taking a job — you’re gaining an opportunity to grow. We place great emphasis on personal and career development, offering an inclusive and flexible work environment where you can thrive. We believe that diversity is key to creating innovative solutions!

With us, you will get:

• The opportunity to work in an international company with exciting challenges.
• Focus on your personal development and career opportunities.
• A supportive work environment with an emphasis on collaboration and diversity.
• Competitive salary, along with comprehensive insurance and pension plans.
• Access to on-site fitness facilities, corporate sports activities and company cabins.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.

ABB is a supplier of critical infrastructure. Personnel safety is therefore important to ABB and our customers. In collaboration with Meditor, ABB in Norway conducts background checks on candidates who receive offers of employment. This is to ensure compliance with ABB’s guidelines for recruitment and personnel safety, as well as compliance with legal requirements related to trade sanctions. Candidates will be asked to provide relevant information.

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