Electrical Engineer

ABB•Usa, SC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

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 Working as an Electrical Engineer, you will support the design and development of electrical engineering packages, for Medium and Low Voltage systems such as Motor Control Centers (MCCs), switchgear, and circuit breakers. This role is designed for early-career engineers and focuses on building strong technical capabilities in electrical schematics, control systems, and equipment design, while supporting senior engineers and cross-functional teams. You will work closely with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and engineering teams to deliver accurate, compliant, and on-time engineering solutions. The work model for the role is: Onsite - Florence, SC Core Responsibilities Support execution of electrical design activities for industrial power equipment projects (MV/LV) Develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control drawings using tools such as EPLAN P8, AutoCAD, or similar Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) aligned with engineering standards and customer requirements Review and interpret technical specifications and customer requirements Provide hands-on engineering support to production, resolving electrical and documentation issues Collaborate with Mechanical Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing to ensure smooth project execution Participate in design validation and continuous improvement initiatives Cross Functional Technical Support Support manufacturing during build and test phases to resolve electrical issues quickly Interface with supply chain to clarify component selection and substitutions Assist quality teams with non-conformance investigations and corrective actions Work with senior engineers to implement engineering changes (ECR/ECO/ECN process) License to Operate / Core Values Reports any integrity, compliance, safety, cybersecurity, quality, contract, program, and cost issues to the management and / or project manager(s) for resolution. Ensures that engineering activities and deliverables comply with safety regulations and cybersecurity regulations and standards and contractual requirements. Ensures that Bill of Materials (BOM) for the project meets contractual obligations. Identifies and implements change / variation requests based on the approval from project manager. Ensures the project meets the technical requirements of the contract and is technically completed as part of contract closure activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
Understanding of electrical systems, schematics, and control circuits
Familiarity with low and medium voltage equipment concepts (MCCs, switchgear, breakers)
Exposure to CAD tools such as EPLAN P8, AutoCAD, or similar
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and technical specifications
Strong problem-solving mindset with willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment
Good communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams
Detail-oriented with focus on accuracy in engineering documentation

Nice To Haves

3 years of experience (internships or co-op experience)
Internship or academic project experience related to power systems or industrial equipment
Basic understanding of protection and control systems (relays, interlocks, control logic)
Exposure to industry standards such as IEEE, ANSI, UL, or NEMA
Experience working in or supporting a manufacturing environment
Familiarity with PLM systems (e.g., Windchill) and ERP systems (e.g., SAP)
Understanding of panel wiring, testing and ability to troublehoot

Responsibilities

Support execution of electrical design activities for industrial power equipment projects (MV/LV)
Develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control drawings using tools such as EPLAN P8, AutoCAD, or similar
Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) aligned with engineering standards and customer requirements
Review and interpret technical specifications and customer requirements
Provide hands-on engineering support to production, resolving electrical and documentation issues
Collaborate with Mechanical Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing to ensure smooth project execution
Participate in design validation and continuous improvement initiatives
Support manufacturing during build and test phases to resolve electrical issues quickly
Interface with supply chain to clarify component selection and substitutions
Assist quality teams with non-conformance investigations and corrective actions
Work with senior engineers to implement engineering changes (ECR/ECO/ECN process)
Reports any integrity, compliance, safety, cybersecurity, quality, contract, program, and cost issues to the management and / or project manager(s) for resolution.
Ensures that engineering activities and deliverables comply with safety regulations and cybersecurity regulations and standards and contractual requirements.
Ensures that Bill of Materials (BOM) for the project meets contractual obligations.
Identifies and implements change / variation requests based on the approval from project manager.
Ensures the project meets the technical requirements of the contract and is technically completed as part of contract closure activities.

Benefits

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