Senior Project Engineer - Electrification At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions.That's our story. Make it your story.
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Engineering Manager

Your role and responsibilities

We are now looking for a new Senior Project Engineer to join our team at Digital Systems, ELDS in Vaasa. In this position you will design, implement and commission automation and communication systems for the electrification of industrial plants, data centers, wind/solar plants and utility substations. You will succeed in this role if you are innovative, organized, and have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Due to the nature of the work and location of the development lab, majority of the work is Vaasa based. The work model for the role is: #LI-hybrid You will be mainly accountable for: • Planning of the control system for the customer electrification networks • The implementation of the automation systems in the customer projects • Configuration of the Zenon based SCADA control system (ZEE600) • Customer specific HMI implementation of the Zenon based SCADA system• Engineering of communication devices and system• Participation of the cyber security implementation for the customer delivery projects.• System testing in ABB Vaasa laboratory as well as on customer sites • Co-operating with customer representatives with a continuous development approach

Qualifications for the role

B.Sc. or M.Sc. level degree from Information, Automation or Communication Technology Solid (> 5 years) relevant work experience from automation and control system engineering Engineering experience of SCADA controls system Knowledge in substation communication protocols (eg. IEC61850, IEC60870-5-104, Modbus)Excellent English and Finnish, both written and spoken The ability to build customer relationships with a long-term focus A proactive and systematic way of working Possibility to travel (average 25 days/year) Knowledge of PLC or RTU devices and other relevant automation and communication systems is seen as a strong benefit

More about us

ABB's Distribution Solutions Division facilitates the efficient and reliable distribution, protection and control of power by improving electric power quality while strengthening the resilience of the grid. The Division offers segment-specific products and solutions that largely serve utilities, industry and infrastructure segments, often providing the requisite medium-voltage link between high-voltage transmission systems and low-voltage users. We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe. #MyABBStoryOur culture and benefits reflect our values: courage, care, curiosity and collaboration. The most appreciated benefits according to our personnel are at the moment e.g. an annual performance bonus, employee share acquisition program, continuous learning opportunities, bicycle and other wellbeing and family benefits. We have a hybrid working model. For more information, please contact Maarit Mäntylä, Engineering Manager, tel. +35850 334 3528. Please apply for the position by May 11, 2025. We look forward to receiving your application.