Production Engineering Specialist

ABB is hiring a Production Engineering Specialist. Level rates it ; you can apply on ABB.

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On Level's scale, this role is Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
Tools and skills the posting cites include Python, Labview and pcba.
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Support production testing, quality management, and technical problem-solving for PCBA and drive products manufacturing.

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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

Your role and responsibilities

We are looking for EMS On-site Support Engineer in Production Testing & Support team, Product Engineering and Quality department, Drive Products in China BL.

Production Testing and Support team supports manufacturing units in production technical issue resolution, drives product manufacturability improvements and leads production ramp up/ramp down project management in ABB Beijing factory and global EMS partners. As EMS On-site Support Engineer, you would be responsible for technical problem solving and driving production quality improvement at EMS factory. The position would be based in Suzhou苏州, China.

Key Responsibilities

1. Quality Management (≥50% of Working Time)

Monitor and improve DPPM and testing first pass yield targets
Track ABB complaints close rate and drive EMS reduce recurring issues
Driving improvement on ABB audit findings (SQP & self-routing inspection)
Lead quality improvement project in systematic management methodology
Improve EMS supplier quality from IQC perspective; define CTQs by category with product engineer and mechanical engineer

2. Delivery Coordination

Coordinate EMS & ABB on complex process/testing issues for on-time delivery
Execute regular communication with EMS PJM to identify delivery risks and align with ABB responsible party

3. Technical Support — PCBA & Box Build

New variant testing configuration and test sequence/limits change
Support EMS on complexed ad-hoc issue problem solving; product failure overview in production
ECN execution support including new F/W verification

4. Project Support

New ICT fixture coverage review and supporting role in PCBA FCT and boxbuild testing issue resolution
PPAP review (SMT / Wave / Coating, etc.)

Qualifications for the role

· Bachelor or master’s degree in Control Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Automation

· Minimum 3 years’ engineering experience in PCBA provider or Drives industry

· Solid knowledge of SMT, Wave Soldering, Coating, ICT/FCT, PPAP, IPC standards

· Knowledge of Variable speed drives, Servo drive or similar industrial products, and familiar with production testing language Python, LabVIEW, etc.

· Strong problem-solving skills (8D, 5Why, Fishbone), LSS green belt preferred

· Should have excellent communication skills and positive attitude

· Fluent English and writing skills are must

· Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed

More about us
ABB Drive Products serves the industries and infrastructure segments with world-class drives and programmable logic controllers (PLC). With its products, global scale and local presence, the Division helps customers to improve energy efficiency, productivity and safety.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

How we rate this

Production Engineering Specialist 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.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

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Key facts

Production Engineering Specialist is an open job at ABB.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The role is based in Suzhou, Jiangsu, China.
The job was posted on September 21, 2026.
Seniority: mid.
Applications are handled by ABB. Apply on ABB

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