Project Engineer - Automation

USTBC ABB Installation Products Inc.; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Travel up to 25%

Job summary

ABB is seeking a Project Engineer to serve as technical lead for Process Automation projects across multiple industries, handling design authority, system configuration, and HMI development. The role is hybrid, based in Cleveland, OH, with travel up to 25% for US and global projects.

You will work with sales to define proposals, ensure on-time delivery within budget, and uphold safety and quality guidelines. Strong collaboration and communication are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required; degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical or Computer Science, or other engineering degree is preferred
• 2+ years of engineering experience; experience with Distributed Control Systems is preferred
• Knowledge of domain and networking is a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead and/or act as design authority for Process Automation engineering projects across Renewable, Oil & Gas, Chemical, Power Generation, Water treatment and Life Sciences
• Provide technical details, costs, and deliverables for sales proposals
• Make technical recommendations in project phases to ensure timely, on-budget delivery and compliance with safety standards
• Configure systems, develop application logic, and upgrade HMIs and controls
• Develop work plans and budgets, conduct risk assessments for engineering work
• Support contract managers in change management and cost/time impact assessments
• Assist customers on-site and remotely, including global project support
• Mentor entry-level engineers and coaching teams to improve capabilities
• Maintain high customer satisfaction through excellent service at all stages

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Written & verbal

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Distributed Control Systems (DCS)

Industrial networking

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 __

Working as a Project Engineer, you will be the technical lead and/or design authority for Process Automation engineering projects in Renewable, Oil & Gas, Chemical, Power Generation, Water treatment and Life Sciences industries both in US and Global projects, providing technical details, costs, and deliverables for sales proposals.

In this role, you will make technical recommendations in various phases of customer projects to ensure successful delivery of project deliverables on time, within budget, and in line with quality and safety guidelines. Role will also rely on system configuration, application logic development, HMI development, and system upgrades.

The model for the role is: Hybrid, based in Cleveland, OH. Ability and willingness to travel up to approximately 25% of the time.

Key Responsibilities :

• Working closely with customers to shape and deliver solutions, and utilizing feedback to drive delivery of improvements for small to medium complex 800xA projects
• Developing and reviewing standard processes, tools and techniques while ensuring that engineering activities comply with safety regulations and contractual requirements
• Creating and delivering the work plan and budget, as well as risk assessments relevant to your engineering discipline
• Supporting contract managers in issuing claims related to changes in project scope, including assessing cost and time impacts as well as risk quantifications
• Helping customers resolve technical issues both remotely and at customer sites US and possible Global projects
• Developing your management and communication skills by coaching entry-level engineers, technicians, and support teams
• Maintaining and enhancing customer satisfaction by providing excellent service at all stages of the project

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree is required. Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical or Computer Science, or other engineering degree is preferred
• 2+ years of experience in engineering, working as an Engineer with Distributed Control Systems is preferred
• Experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS) is preferred, including knowledge of industrial networking, control logic development, and programming fundamentals
• Knowledge of domain and networking is a plus
• A collaborative, solution-focused approach, and strong written and spoken communication 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

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiliated Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their‑ sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiliated Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request a review of the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to [e-mail] . Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

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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