Electrical Project Engineer

ABB Inc.; Auburn Hills (MI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Electrical Project Engineer to join their innovative team in Auburn Hills. This role offers the opportunity to design Low Voltage electrical systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating with a global team. You will be responsible for creating schematics, selecting components, and performing critical calculations. With a focus on safety and technical excellence, this position involves onsite installation and programming of PLCs for equipment control. Join a company that values diversity and empowers its employees to make a meaningful impact on sustainable solutions.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in electrical design software such as AutoCAD or EPLAN.
• Experience with electrical codes and standards including UL508A, NFPA79, and NEC.

Responsibilities

• Design Low Voltage electrical systems and create electrical schematics.
• Conduct design reviews and provide technical guidance on electrical engineering principles.

Skills

Electrical Design Software (AutoCAD, EPLAN)

Electrical Codes Compliance (UL508A, NFPA79, NEC)

PLC Programming (Siemens TIA, Rockwell Studio 5000)

Communication Protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, EtherCAT, Modbus, RS232/485)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electronic/Electrical Engineering

Master's Degree in Electronic/Electrical Engineering

Job description

Electrical Project Engineer

At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values—care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration—along with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities, drive our mission to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions.

This position reports to: Engineering Manager

Your role and responsibilities

Electrical Project Engineer positions at ABB Inc. (Auburn Hills, MI) involve designing Low Voltage electrical systems that meet project requirements. Responsibilities include creating electrical schematics, selecting components, and performing calculations according to specifications. You will play a key role within a global team on design tasks, conduct design reviews to ensure standards are followed, and provide technical guidance on electrical engineering principles, codes, and standards. Collaboration with the supply chain is essential, including reviewing vendor documentation and preparing RFQs for components and manufacturing. The role also involves onsite installation and commissioning, developing PLC programs for equipment control, and creating safety configurations for robotic systems. Ensuring the safety of electrical and automation systems through risk assessments to meet safety standards is also required.

Qualifications for the role

• Bachelor's or foreign equivalent degree in electronic engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field, with 5 years of experience in electrical design software such as AutoCAD or EPLAN. Alternatively, a master's or foreign degree in the same fields with 3 years of experience is acceptable.
• 5 years of experience complying with electrical codes, standards, and regulations including UL508A, NFPA79, and NEC.
• Experience programming PLCs such as Siemens TIA and Rockwell Studio 5000.
• Proficiency with communication protocols including Ethernet/IP, Profinet, EtherCAT, Modbus, and RS232/485.

This position reports to the Auburn Hills, MI office. Telecommuting is permitted per company policy, but candidates must reside within commuting distance of the office. Experience can be acquired concurrently with the educational requirements.

More about us

We value people from diverse backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to learn more about us and the impact of our solutions globally. #MyABBStory

We look forward to your application. For more about ABB, visit our website at www.abb.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at ABB

ABB is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer promoting workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave, or protected veteran status. For your rights as an applicant, visit:

• EEOC Rights
• DOL Pay Transparency

Applicants may request to review the Affirmative Action Plan at the Auburn Hills facility by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities upon request by calling or emailing [e-mail]. Resumes and applications should be submitted through the appropriate channels.