Senior Project Engineer - Automation

ABB•Houston, TX

7h•Hybrid

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 have the opportunity to act as 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: Hybrid (must be in or near Houston, TX). This role is contributing to the Automation Energy Industries Division in the US.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in engineering, working as an Engineer with ABB Distributed Control Systems
Sound knowledge of engineering techniques, processes, and tools
A strong focus on safe work practices and dedication to following workplace safety guidelines
A high level of self-motivation, curiosity, and a desire to learn about new technologies
A collaborative approach to working, demonstrating strong communication and leadership skills
A Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, or other engineering degree
Candidates must be able to read, write and speak English fluently

Responsibilities

Working closely with customers to shape and deliver solutions, and utilizing feedback to drive delivery of improvements for medium complex projects
Cost-effectively executing Distributed Control System project deliverables on time in accordance with specifications, standards, and safety requirements
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.
Creating and delivering work plans, budgets, and risk assessments
Design, Test and Commission Automation Enclosures, Control Logic and Human Machine Interfaces with ABB or 3rd party Control System

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 under a permissive time away policy
Relocation assistance