Industry Application Engineer - Data Centers

ABB•Los Angeles, CA

5d•Remote

About The Position

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we'll give you what you need to make it happen. It won't always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you'll never run alone. Run what runs the world.This Position reports to:US Director of Field Application EngineeringIn this role, you'll help run what runs the world, by taking on meaningful work that drives real impact.As an Industry Application Engineer focused in the data Center sector, you will play a strategic role in identifying customer needs, and opportunities for ABB to deliver impactful solutions to the institutions. The work model for the role is: remote (#Li-Remote) with over 50% travel.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree preferably in Electrical Engineering (PE or master's degree is a plus)
8+ years of experience (Power Distribution equipment experience including but not limited to Switchgear, Panelboards, Motor Control preferred)
Strong knowledge of electrical standards and codes (UL, ANSI, JCAHO), power systems, digital and energy management solutions, and ability to interpret one-line diagrams and technical specifications.
Understand budgeting considerations and position ABB solutions to address cost concerns while aligning with client priorities and ROI goals.
Proven ability to identify decision-makers, build long-term relationships with key stakeholders, and maintain credibility within data center engineering and healthcare industry organizations (ASHE, NEHES, Healthcare New England Council).
Exceptional written and verbal communication with strong executive-level presentation capabilities to engage and influence diverse audiences.
Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

Responsibilities

Market Insight & Customer Engagement - Act as a liaison with data center stakeholders to identify trends, customer needs, and product gaps; deliver tailored technical presentations and propose enhancements that align with market demands.
Solution Development & Customization - Design and recommend customized solutions, including protection, control, and monitoring features, to address client challenges and ensure strong ROI while promoting ABB's latest technologies.
Strategic Analysis & Value Mapping - Conduct value stream mapping and competitive analysis across the data center ecosystem; document key roles, utility relationships, and barriers to adoption to strengthen ABB's market positioning.
Internal Collaboration & Industry Representation - Coordinate with internal teams for seamless execution, provide progress reporting, and represent ABB at industry events and on LinkedIn to enhance brand visibility and customer engagement.

Benefits

Health, Life & DisabilityChoice 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 PlusVision 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 insuranceParental Leave - up to 6 weeks
Employee Assistance ProgramHealth Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoptionEmployee discount program
Retirement401k Savings Plan with Company ContributionsEmployee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
Time off ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.