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Senior Systems Project Engineer

ABB is hiring a Senior Systems Project Engineer. It pays $80k-$128k a year and 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 Distributed Control Systems, project engineering and automation.
  • Level classifies it as a senior role.
  • Level lists 2,100+ other open roles at ABB.
  • The role was posted within the past two weeks.

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Lead technical delivery of process automation engineering projects and Distributed Control Systems globally.

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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

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As a Senior 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 industries both in US and global projects, making technical recommendations and enhancing customer satisfaction by providing excellent service. 


In this role, you will ensure successful Distributed Control System delivery of multiple projects on time, within budget, and in line with specifications and with quality and safety guidelines. 
 

The work model for the role is: #LI-Hybrid in the Cleveland, OH office.

Your Role and Responsibilities:

  • Working closely with customers to shape and deliver solutions, and utilizing feedback to drive delivery of improvements for medium complex projects 
  • Resolving technical issues both remotely and at customer sites in US and abroad 
  • Assisting Project Managers with claims, customer specifications and safety standards, as well as technical details, costs, and deliverables for sales proposals  
  • Cost-effectively executing Distributed Control System project deliverables on time in accordance with specifications, standards, and safety requirements  
  • Design, Test and Commission Automation Enclosures, Control Logic and Human Machine Interfaces with ABB or 3rd party Control System 
  • Creating and delivering work plans, budgets, and risk assessments  
  • Developing, selecting, and applying standard techniques, procedures, and tools, reporting inefficiencies, and identifying improvement opportunities 
  • Ability and willingness to travel approximately up to 25% of the time 

Our Team Dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

Qualifications for the Role:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, or other engineering discipline 
  • 5+ years of experience in engineering, working as an Engineer with Distributed Control Systems 
  • Sound knowledge of engineering techniques, processes, and tools 
  • Strong focus on safe work practices and dedication to following workplace safety guidelines 
  • High-level of self-motivation, curiosity, and a desire to learn about new technologies 
  • Collaborative approach to working, demonstrating strong communication and leadership skills 
  • Candidates must be able to read, write and speak English fluently 
  • Applicants must have work authorization to work permanently in the US without sponsorship now or in the future
  • Reimbursement for relocation is not available

What’s in it for you?

We give you the space to lead, the support to grow, and the chance to make a difference. Whether you're solving problems, building something new, or helping others succeed, your impact is real. You’ll be part of a team that values your voice and celebrates your progress.

More about us:
ABB Energy Industries is enabling safe, smart and sustainable projects and operations for businesses across the oil, gas, chemicals, life sciences, power generation and water sectors. Driving integrated solutions that automate, digitalize and electrify industry we connect our people and technology to help our customers adapt and succeed. With over 50 years domain expertise, we continue to innovate and reshape traditional approaches across the energy sector with our technologies designed to improve operational efficiency, reduce risk, reduce energy consumption and waste.
 

We look forward to receiving your application. If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com. 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.
 

Benefits

Our benefits? Competitive, comprehensive, and crafted with you in mind.
 

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

Go to myBenefitsABB.com and click on “Candidate/Guest” to learn more


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. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
 

While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $79,800 and $127,680 annually.
 

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How we rate this

Senior Systems 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.

Classification

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
  4. ●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

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Skills and AI tools this role asks for

Project EngineeringAutomationProcess ControlCommissioningDistributed Control Systems

Questions you could be asked

  1. Tell me about a project where project engineering was part of your work. What did you do?
  2. Tell me about a project where automation was part of your work. What did you do?
  3. Tell me about a project where process control was part of your work. What did you do?
  4. Tell me about a project where commissioning was part of your work. What did you do?
  5. Walk me through how you've used Distributed Control Systems in your day-to-day work.

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