Project Engineer

ABB•Richmond, VA

16h•Remote

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 __ In this role, you will be involved in supporting submittals, reviewing technical specifications, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and supporting factory and commissioning activities. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in MV/LV systems, SWGR, SWB, UPS, PDU, STS, and related technologies, with a strong understanding of the unique demands of critical power environments. You will collaborate with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams to ensure reliable, scalable, and efficient power infrastructure. We are seeking a skilled Project Engineer to support the sales, design, execution, and commissioning of electrical systems. The work model for the role is: Remote ; Richmond, VA area. This role is contributing to the Electrification Smart Power Division.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or 10 to 12 years equivalent experience.
5–7 years of experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on mission-critical environments.
Proficiency in engineering tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience in critical power industries and large-scale infrastructure projects.
Expertise with MV/LV systems, critical power solution, power protection, power control, grounding, battery backup, automation control, and instrumentation
Knowledge of sustainable practices and energy efficiency standards.
Travel required 30-50%.
Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

Responsibilities

Prepare, review, and process electrical submittals, review drawings, and product data for compliance, clarification, deviation, and expectation (CDE) with project specifications.
Support technical coordination with factory, vendors and contractors to obtain timely and accurate submittal documentation.
Analyze and interpret electrical MV/LV single-line diagrams, specifications, and contracts.
Develop and present complete electrical solutions including switchgear (SWGR), switchboards (SWB), panelboards (PLB), MCCs, UPS, PDUs, and STSs, complete SLD take-off.
Support the development of electrical and mechanical system designs including power distribution, power protection, power control, grounding, and power automation systems.
Collaborate with other disciplines (mechanical, civil, structural) to ensure integrated design solutions.
Provide field support during installation and pre-commissioning phases.
Conduct inspections to verify compliance with approved designs and specifications.
Ensure all engineering documentation is complete, accurate, and properly archived.
Support the preparation of as-built drawings and operation & maintenance manuals.
Ensure compliance with safety standards and environmental regulations.

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
Retirement 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
ABB provides 11 paid holidays.
Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.