Project Automation Engineer

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

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Your Role and Responsibilities

Process Industries division delivers complete electrification and automation solutions, industry-specific products and lifecycle services across industries. Engineering and delivering automation solutions from device to monitoring and control make our customers get more out of their investment; digitalization solutions including collaborative operations and augmented reality help improve plant and enterprise productivity, reduce maintenance and energy costs. Our engineering, project management, services and solutions portfolio covers a wide range of industries - Mining, Pulp & Paper, Metals, Aluminum and Cement, Data centers and Food and Beverage.

 

ABB are market leaders in the Hoisting industry, and we are working both to develop new systems as well as optimizing existing ones. In this position, you will be running engineering activities related to Hoisting electric engineering projects. You will be a part of the local Electric Engineering Hoisting team in Sweden and will be co-operating with the lead electric design engineer as well as the commissioning engineers of the hoist systems. We are looking for you with a few years’ experience.

 

In this role, you will drive excellence, making technical recommendations to ensure that engineering activities are effectively executed in accordance with expectations, specifications, standards and safety requirements, while identifying improvement opportunities. You will report to the Local Engineering Manager Hoisting and located in Västerås.

Your responsibilities

• Developing and implementing automation solutions based on customer and project requirements
• Conducting system tests, commissioning, troubleshooting and technical support for customer sites to ensure quality and timely delivery within targeted costs.
• Preparing technical documentation including test reports and user manuals
• Programming and configuring PLC, HMI, and industrial communication systems.
• Provide technical support to customers and internal stakeholders. This can include travel to sites mainly but not limited to Europe. Expected yearly travel to be around 10%.
• Aiding contract managers with claims related to changes in the project scope, including assessing cost and time impacts, as well as risk quantifications
• Providing technical details, costs and deliverables for sales proposals, while assisting project managers in technical reviews and discussions with customers and others
• Being a team player by working and networking with engineering colleagues, disseminating best practices.
• Possibility to work with R&D team when new products launch to maintain a high level of quality on the final product.
• Drive consistent development of processes and practices based on feedback and practical experience.

Your background

 

• Electrical engineering background within industrial automation or other relevant education.
• Experience from the mining industry is a bonus but not required.
• Experience with AC500 systems, both programming and commissioning as well as supporting.
• Knowledge in industrial networks and communication protocols is beneficial.
• Experience from working with large scale industry design and installation projects is beneficial.
• Quality focused performance focus with a strong sense of commitment.
• A strong focus on safe work practices and dedication to following workplace safety guidelines.
• A high level of self-motivation, curiosity, and desire to learn about new technologies and will to develop new and existing services, tools and processes.
• A team player with solution-oriented approach and strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Fluent in English, written and spoken alike.

 

What’s in it for you?

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger. 

More about us

We look forward to reading your application in PDF format. Please note that the interview process is ongoing, apply now to secure your spot in the recruitment process!  

  

Please note that to be eligible for employment at ABB Sweden, you will need to pass our pre-employment screening steps. This includes a reference check, a drug test, and could also include an extended background check.  

  

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Join us. Be part of the team where progress happens, industries transform, and your work shapes the world. Run What Runs the World.

Recruiting Manager, Daniel Lorenz +46 72 461 45 01 will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Blomqvist, +4621 34 21 48; Ledarna: Leif Öhrberg, +4621 34 23 25; Unionen: Krista Andersson, +4621 34 02 85. All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Sara Vestin +46 72 46446 88

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