Head of Quality Engineering

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:

Group Research Portfolio Manager

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Mission of the Role

In this role, you will have the opportunity to conceptualize, identify, explore, and implement world-leading technologies, products, and systems within and across product groups/divisions/business areas. Each day, you will ensure delivery of results, foster innovation, and strategically develop and secure Research and Development (R&D) capabilities with a cost-effective footprint. You will also showcase your expertise by coordinating at various management levels as well as with external partners to enhance and secure ABB´s global position and profitability in the medium and long term.

This role is contributing to the Automation Process Control Platform (AUPCP) globally.  Main stakeholders are PCP R&D management team.

The work model for the role is: hybrid or remote.

Responsibilities

• Provide reliable and scalable shared capabilities for building, integrating, testing and assessing products and product lines across Solution Trains (SLTs) and Agile Release Trains (ARTs).
• Own shared quality engineering infrastructure and practices.
• Be responsible for the independent qualification of product and product line deliveries across PCP.
• Lead the quality engineering team, including test engineering, DevOps and configuration management.
• Drive the shift from release-based system testing to continuous testing integrated into development.

Requirements

• M.Sc. or higher degree in Software Development, Engineering or a related field.
• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in R&D or a related field.
• Proven experience leading a complex, global organization with accountability for verification and validation of products and quality compliance.
• Proven experience implementing continuous testing / quality engineering transformations in one or more companies.
• Understanding of products, product lifecycle and quality, with the ability to connect technical excellence with business and customer value.
• Understanding of software verification methodologies, automated pipelines and infrastructure management.
• Financial, stakeholder and people leadership skills, with experience managing resources and developing high-performing teams across cultures and geographical locations.
• Hands-on experience with Linux and Kubernetes environments (mandatory).
• Proven experience driving Quality Engineering (QE) transformation, including leading organizational and process change.
• Strong communication and cross-cultural collaboration skills, with fluent written and spoken English.

About ABB's Process Control Platform (PCP)

Process Control Platform (PCP) is the technological foundation of Automation's business area, delivering world-class Distributed Control Systems (DCS). Combining proven expertise with innovation, PCP shapes the future of automation and enables industrial digital transformation. by developing safe and reliable control systems.

Its portfolio includes leading systems: ABB Ability™ System 800xA®, ABB Ability™ Symphony® Plus, Freelance and Aprol, along with safety, industrial edge and PLC automation solutions. It also covers a broad base of heritage systems, including Advant Master, MOD 300, Harmony INFI 90 and Melody. Building on this installed base and deep automation expertise, PCP is advancing the next generation of automation through Automation Extended and digital offerings including ABB Ability™ Edgenius and ABB Ability™ Field Information Manager. By expanding the traditional boundaries of automation and building a broader process automation ecosystem, PCP helps customers improve operational performance, extend system lifecycles and outrun their challenges. As a value-generating partner, PCP ensures that its portfolio remains comprehensive and competitive, supports previously released systems and evolves with market demands through close collaboration with the divisions. The organization also manages Quality and Operations and provides essential support in product training, sales enablement and marketing communications.

At its core, PCP fosters a diverse and inclusive environment where employees are empowered to innovate, grow and make a lasting impact on customers, industry and society.

This opportunity is open to candidates in multiple countries, with the final work location determined based on the selected candidate. As compensation may vary by location, we are committed to being transparent throughout the hiring process and will share details of the salary range, variable compensation and benefits package with candidates who progress to the first interview stage for a location in the European Union, covered by the EU Pay Transparency Directive.

The final offer will be tailored based on your role location, experience, skills and qualifications, internal market positioning and alignment with ABB internal standards.

This opportunity is open to candidates in one or more countries covered by the European Pay Transparency Directive. The final work location will depend on the selected candidate. As pay may vary by location, compensation details will be shared with candidates who progress to the first interview stage.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.