Associate Project Engineer

USTBC ABB Installation Products Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Life & Disability

Two medical plan options

Vision benefit

Company paid life insurance

AD&D

Short & Long Term Disability

Job summary

ABB’s Process Automation Energy Industries group in the USA seeks an Associate Project Engineer to assist all aspects of system implementation, including loading systems, configuring networks, and preparing systems for shipment. The role is hybrid, based in Houston, TX, reporting to Engineering Manager.

You will work with Windows-based servers, network configuration, and DCS logic development, while supporting project teams and ensuring quality throughout execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or another engineering discipline; upcoming graduates considered.
• Less than a year experience configuring computer systems and/or networks.
• Knowledge of Information Systems and virtual environments preferred.
• Solid knowledge of Windows configuration and administration, OS fundamentals, and network components.
• Exposure to programming and PLCs; virtualization, routing and firewalls preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support DCS system strategies for loading standards across Symphony and 800xA product lines.
• Assist with DCS system logic development and hardware builds; install hardware/software in Windows environments.
• Configure networks of servers, workstations, and peripheral equipment.
• Set up and modify computers and system networks to meet contract requirements.
• Assist proposal teams with estimating labor hours and equipment; provide on-site commissioning support.
• Support quality initiatives throughout project execution.

Skills

Windows Server

Network design

Virtualization

Networking hardware

Basic PLC exposure

Communication & leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

Windows Server 2019

Virtualization platforms

Networking infrastructure

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:

Engineering Manager

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Part of the Engineering team in Process Automation Energy Industries in the USA, the Associate Project Engineer assists all aspects of system implementation of a project including loading systems, configuring networks and preparing systems for shipment.

In this role, you will prepare and modify various computer and network systems by applying standard design concepts.

The work model for the role is: hybrid, based in Houston, TX.

Key Responsibilities :

• Support ongoing DCS system strategies for loading standards across Symphony and 800xA product lines, while assisting engineers and project teams with project design reviews, including Computer Specifications and Network Architecture, and providing direct contract support.
• Assist with and verify DCS system logic development and hardware builds, as well as the installation of hardware and software in various environments, including Windows-based servers with an emphasis on Windows Server 2019.
• Assist in configuring system networks consisting of servers, workstations, communication devices, and peripheral equipment.
• Support the physical and electronic setup, modification, and configuration of computers and system networks to meet customer and contract requirements.
• Assist proposal teams with estimating labor hours and equipment requirements, and provide on-site commissioning support.
• Support and drive quality initiatives throughout project execution.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or another engineering discipline; upcoming graduates will also be considered.
• Less than a year experience required configuring computer systems and/or networks.
• Knowledge of and/or experience administering Information Systems and virtual environments is preferred.
• Solid technical knowledge of Windows configuration and administration, operating system fundamentals, and network components and infrastructure, including networking hardware and basic networking theory, preferred.
• Exposure to programming and PLCs; expertise in virtualization, routing, and firewalls preferred; strong communication, teamwork, and leadership skills.

What's in it for you

We want you to bring your full self to work-your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You'll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

More About Us

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• Health, Life & Disability
• Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
• Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
• Vision benefit
• Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
• Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
• Voluntary life and AD&D - 100% employee paid up to maximums
• Short Term Disability - up to 26 weeks - Company paid
• Long Term Disability - 60% of pay - C