Commissioning Engineer

BlackBerry Inc.; Västerås kommun; On-site; SEK 520,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB Sweden is seeking an Automation Commissioning Engineer to lead design, testing, commissioning, and handover of advanced automation systems for global customers. You will travel internationally and collaborate with a global team to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant project deliveries.

The role combines engineering, testing, and customer interaction from design through handover, with a focus on driving high-quality, reliable automation solutions in industrial environments.

Qualifications

• Hons or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, electrical schematics, and system architectures.

Responsibilities

• Participating in the design, configuration, and verification of automation solutions.
• Performing system testing and validation in our in-house test environment.
• Planning and executing commissioning and start-up activities at customer sites.
• Coordinating and following up on testing and commissioning activities.
• Supporting Project Managers and Commissioning Managers in technical and operational matters.
• Participating in technical discussions with customers, consultants, and other stakeholders.
• Ensuring project deliveries meet contractual requirements, quality standards, and safety regulations.
• Identifying, documenting, and communicating changes throughout the project execution phase.
• Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues during testing and commissioning.

Skills

PLC programming

C/C++ programming

English communication

Education

Hons or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related technical field

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.

Position

This position reports to: Engineering Manager __.

About the role

Do you want to be part of shaping the future of automated ports? At ABB Marine & Ports in Västerås, you'll have the opportunity to work with world-leading technology in container crane and terminal automation. Our solutions are deployed in some of the world's largest ports, helping customers create safer, more efficient, and more sustainable cargo operations. As an Automation Commissioning Engineer, you will join a global team delivering advanced automation and control systems to customers around the world. This role offers an exciting combination of engineering, testing, commissioning, and customer interaction, allowing you to follow projects from design through to successful handover.

Your Responsibilities

• Participating in the design, configuration, and verification of automation solutions.
• Performing system testing and validation in our in-house test environment.
• Planning and executing commissioning and start-up activities at customer sites.
• Coordinating and following up on testing and commissioning activities.
• Supporting Project Managers and Commissioning Managers in technical and operational matters.
• Participating in technical discussions with customers, consultants, and other stakeholders.
• Ensuring project deliveries meet contractual requirements, quality standards, and safety regulations.
• Identifying, documenting, and communicating changes throughout the project execution phase.
• Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues during testing and commissioning.

The role includes international travel and offers a unique opportunity to work in a truly global environment.

Your Background

• Hons or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, electrical schematics, and system architectures.
• Interest in industrial automation, control systems, and complex technical solutions.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel internationally as part of the role.
• Experience with PLC programming and industrial automation systems is considered an advantage.
• Knowledge of programming languages such as C/C++ or similar is a plus.
• Experience with drives, motion control systems, or commissioning activities is beneficial.
• Understanding of health, safety, and electrical safety standards in industrial environments is an advantage.

More about us

You will be part of the Ports business line within the Marine and Ports division that is specialised in advanced automation and information systems for all types of container and bulk cargo handling cranes, as well as OCR and electrical systems for container terminals. We offer an international and dynamic working environment where our business delivers advanced technology on large projects across the world in a customer oriented and highly globalised industry.

Please note that to be eligible for employment at ABB Sweden, you will need to pass our pre‑employment screening steps. This includes a reference check, a drug test, and could also include an extended background check.

Benefits and culture

We want you to be proud of being part of ABB. We care. At ABB, we care about our people and their stories. We create safe, fair, equitable and inclusive working environments in which our people can succeed and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or cultural, religious or social background. Diverse teams make us stronger. ABB is also committed to a high standard of integrity in everything we do. We help our people succeed and develop, and we empower them to create their own careers at ABB. Our benefits, reward and development programs encompass a wide array of offerings.

We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Run What Runs the World. 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.

Why ABB

Working at ABB gives you the opportunity to contribute to a healthier and more prosperous world. Add to your story by joining a passionate team, focused on pushing the boundaries of technology to drive performance, shape new business models and find new ways of working that benefit our customers, partners and society. We want you to be proud of being part of ABB.