Relay Specialist

ABB•Usa, SC

2d•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. In this role, you will serve as the technical authority for Solid-State (SS) and Electromechanical (EM) relays, with a focus on product sustainment, technical ownership, and problem resolution rather than new product design. You will apply your knowledge of relay operation to troubleshoot issues, analyze failures, ensure reliable product application, and strengthen team capabilities through technical guidance and training. You will also serve as the primary technical resource for Manufacturing, Testing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Customer Support.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering or related field and 10 years of electrical related experience OR Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering or related field and 5 years of electrical related experience OR Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering or related field and 3 years of electrical related experience.
Experience with electromechanical and solid-state relays in industrial applications.
Knowledge of protection relay applications and basic coordination concepts.
Familiarity with relay testing equipment (e.g., Omicron or equivalent).
Experience supporting legacy product sustainment or obsolescence management.
Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

Responsibilities

Serve as the technical authority for electromechanical (EM) and solid-state (SS) relay products, leading troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and resolution of product, wiring/control circuit, component, production, testing, and field issues throughout the product lifecycle.
Own and maintain relay engineering documentation and product configuration, including specifications, technical data, test requirements, acceptance criteria, BOMs, engineering databases, and engineering changes through the ECR–ECO–ECN process.
Provide cross-functional technical leadership and capability building for Manufacturing, Testing, Quality, Supply Chain, and internal/external customers by delivering practical engineering solutions, troubleshooting guidance, training, and standardized technical documentation.
Ensure product and project technical compliance and continuous support, including qualifying alternate materials/components, addressing obsolescence and cost challenges, managing approved technical changes, and ensuring deliverables meet contractual, safety, cybersecurity, quality, and BOM requirements through project/contract closure.

Benefits

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.
Paid Parental Leave.
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).
ABB provides 11 paid holidays.
Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.