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Associate Project Engineer

ABB is hiring an Associate Project Engineer in Houston, United States. Level rates it ; you can apply on ABB.

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  • Little AI ●○○○ is how Level rates this role: aI is not part of the work.
  • Tools and skills the posting cites include Windows Server, Symphony and 800xa.
  • Level classifies it as a junior role.
  • Level lists 2,200+ other open roles at ABB.
  • The role was posted within the past week.

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Associate Project Engineer assisting with DCS system implementation, network configuration, and hardware builds in a hybrid role.

Windows ServerSymphony800xa

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

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative 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 Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review 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 a 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 US-AskHR@abb.com. 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 (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 – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
  • Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
  • Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
  • Employee discount program

Retirement

  • 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
  • Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

Time off

ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.

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Associate Project Engineer at ABB rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

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Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

  1. ●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
  2. ●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
  3. ●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
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