On-Site Power Systems Field Engineer

JobSpace; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB in Napier, New Zealand, is looking for a Power Systems Support professional to deliver world-class technical support for mission-critical power systems. You will combine engineering excellence with customer focus to solve complex problems and drive continuous improvement.

The role is on-site in Napier with travel to customer sites as needed. You will lead service projects, ensure HSE compliance, and collaborate with ABB teams worldwide to deliver reliable power solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent professional electrical registration.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in technical support, field service, or similar roles within the power industry.
• Deep expertise in power systems, power electronics, power quality, energy management, and grid stability concepts.
• Excellent communication skills—able to explain technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, critical thinking under pressure, and proven ability to manage complex projects independently.
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally to customer sites for commissioning, support, and training activities.
• Demonstrated commitment to Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) standards, operational integrity, and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical support and troubleshoot complex power systems problems across various service categories (commissioning, maintenance, fault-finding, retrofits), both remotely and on-site
• Lead specialist service projects independently—managing timelines, budgets, technical delivery, documentation, and HSE compliance while coordinating internal and external teams
• Act as a technical consultant to management and customers, recommending cost-effective service solutions and identifying new service opportunities by collaborating with ABB sales teams
• Drive continuous improvement by sharing best practices, developing comprehensive technical documentation, and proactively suggesting product and quality enhancements

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Project autonomy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Equivalent professional electrical registration

Job description

ABB in Napier, New Zealand, is looking for a Power Systems Support professional to deliver world-class technical support for mission-critical power systems. You will combine engineering excellence with customer focus to solve complex problems and drive continuous improvement.

The role is on-site in Napier with travel to customer sites as needed. You will lead service projects, ensure HSE compliance, and collaborate with ABB teams worldwide to deliver reliable power solutions.