Project Engineer to Advanced Process Control

ABB; Kista; Hybrid; SEK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB söker en Advanced Process Control Engineer till våra team i Sverige med verksamhet i Stockholm/Kista. Rollen innebär att designa och leverera avancerade styrlösningar inom massa‑ och massaindustrin, samt att arbeta nära kunderna genom hela projektet.

Du kommer att kombinera modellering, styrstrategier och systemdrift för att optimera prestanda och miljöpåverkan. Vi ser gärna kandidater med stark kommunikation och vilja att utvecklas i en internationell miljö.

Qualifications

• Civilingenjörsutbildning med inriktning mot reglerteknik eller liknande.
• Erfarenhet av processreglering, produktion eller optimeringssystem är meriterande.
• MPC‑färdigheter ses som merit för rollen.

Responsibilities

• Leda analyser av processer och prestanda under försäljnings- och förprojektfaserna.
• Utveckla styrspecifikationer, leda anpassningar och funktionell testning som projektets lead‑ingenjör.
• Genomföra modellidentifiering, programmering av regulatorer och tuning vid driftsättning.

Skills

Processtyrning

Kommunikation

Engelska flytande

Education

Civilingenjörsexamen i teknik eller motsvarande

Job description

Denna Position Rapporterar Till

Operations Manager

På ABB hjälper vi industrier att bli mer resurseffektiva och renare – och varje person här bidrar till resultaten. Du kommer att få möjlighet att leda, få stöd att växa och kunna vara stolt över den påverkan vi skapar tillsammans. Gå med oss och hjälp till att driva det som driver världen.

Your Role And Responsibilities

At ABB, we're shaping the future of sustainable industry. Our Advanced Process Control (APC) and optimization team is at the heart of that mission, helping pulp and paper mills across Sweden maximize their plant performance and environmental footprint.

As an Advanced Process Control Engineer, you'll collaborate closely with our dynamic team and directly with customers to understand their unique challenges and design best-in-class control solutions using APC as well as other optimization solutions designed for the pulp and paper industry. You'll work hands‑on with process modeling, control strategy development, system deployment, and performance optimization, all while building lasting relationships with our customers and colleagues. This is a role where your expertise drives real impact, from the initial sales phase through commissioning, service, and continuous improvements.

We are the global market leader in online quality measurements, system solutions, and advanced services for the Pulp and Paper industry. You'll be part of a team based primarily in Kista, Stockholm, with a flexible working culture that supports remote work and a healthy work‑life balance. Travel to customer sites is expected (approximately 8 days/month), it's a key part of staying connected to the work we deliver.

You Will Be Mainly Accountable For

• Lead process analyses and performance evaluations during the sales and pre‑project phases, identifying improvement opportunities
• Develop control specifications, oversee application adaptation, and conduct functional testing as the lead engineer for your project
• Perform hands‑on model identification, controller programming, and control tuning during system commissioning
• Collect and analyze data to verify that contractual performance guarantees are met
• Train operators and engineers on our solutions, ensuring smooth adoption
• Conduct regular service audits on installed systems and lead improvement initiatives
• Communicate technical findings and recommendations clearly to project teams and plant operators
• Work flexibly between the office, remote connections, and customer sites across Sweden

Qualifications For The Role

• Master's degree in engineering (or equivalent), preferably with a focus on control theory
• Experience with process control, production planning, or optimization systems is meritorious
• MPC (Model Predictive Control) experience is meritorious
• A clear communicator who can translate complex technical analyses into actionable insights
• Fluent in both Swedish and English
• A valid Swedish B‑driver's license (required for role)
• Prior experience from the pulp and paper industry is meritorious

Why join us?

Our team values continuous learning, innovation, and genuine collaboration. You'll work with cutting‑edge control technologies in an international environment, supported by experienced colleagues and clear opportunities for professional development. We believe diverse perspectives lead to better solutions; we welcome applications from all backgrounds and actively encourage women to apply.

More About Us

ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation, serving industries worldwide. Our mission is to help customers transition to a more sustainable future through innovative solutions. To learn more, visit www.abb.com.

All eligible candidates must pass our pre‑employment screening, including reference checks and drug testing (extended background checks may apply).

För att bygga en renare och smartare framtid krävs alla sorters människor: de nyfikna, de modiga och de kreativa. Därför välkomnar vi människor med alla bakgrunder och erfarenheter.

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