Power System Engineer

ABB

2.9

Walnut Creek, CA

Why you should apply for a job to ABB:

  • We focus on the areas where we can make the biggest impact: reducing carbon emissions, preserving resources and promoting social progress.

  • ABB has flexible work options depending on job compatibility without compromising customer service or impacting colleagues.

  • ABB has launched a gender-neutral global parental leave program granting 12 weeks of paid leave for primary caregivers.

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    Position summary

    Power System Engineer

    Take your next career step at ABB with a global team that is energizing the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future. At ABB, we have the clear goal of driving diversity and inclusion across all dimensions: gender, LGBTQ+, abilities, ethnicity and generations. Together, we are embarking on a journey where each and every one of us, individually and collectively, welcomes and celebrates individual differences.

    As part of the ABB’s Power System Engineer (PSE) you will be responsible to deliver electrical system analysis services. As a PSE you are responsible for working with project managers to ensure that the work executes and satisfies project specifications.

    This position reports to

    Technical Consulting Manager II

    Your responsibilities

    • The PSE is responsible for providing quotes based on the project onelines and specifications for the following: data collection, short circuit, equipment evaluation, coordination, arc flash, load flow, harmonic, and power quality analysis.
    • PSE is responsible to complete their task within the project timeline and budget
    • Responsible for writing and presenting engineering recommendations to improve power system reliability, safety, and preventative maintenance measures

    Your background

    • A Bachelor’s degree in engineering with a major in Electrical, Electrical and Computer engineering from an accredited institution with 5+ years of experience
    • Ability to read, correctly interpret, and apply electrical one-lines, schematics, and instruction manuals.
    • Proficient software experience should include Easy Power, SKM Powertools, ETAP, Aspen, and EMTP.
    • Willingness to work in a multi-task environment and work with minimal supervision.
    • Willingness to perform field duties as required
    • Provide engineering assistance and recommendations to the field offices on system protection and power system related issues to ensure proper system operation.
    • Travel up to 25% domestic travel
    • Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US

    Benefits

    • Retirement plan
    • Life insurance
    • Disability insurance
    • Wellbeing program
    • Healthcare plan

    More about us

    ABB's Distribution Solutions Division provides utility, industrial and commercial customers with safe, smart and sustainable technologies for the distribution of electricity. With ABB AbilityTM enabled digital solutions at its core, our extensive portfolio includes distribution automation products, switching, limiting, measuring and sensing devices, switchgear, modular substation packages, and related services. We look forward to receiving your application. If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com. Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at ABB ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizen status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, or protected veterans status. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/poster.cfm. http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, applicants may request to review the Affirmative Action Plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762. Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to [email protected] Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.#LI-Hybrid

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    About the company

    Industry: Electronics: Manufacturing

    ABB is a leading global technology company that energizes the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future. By connecting software to its electrification, robotics, automation and motion portfolio, ABB pushes the boundaries of technology to drive performance to new levels. With a history of excellence stretching back more than 130 years, ...

    Why you should apply for a job to ABB:

  • We focus on the areas where we can make the biggest impact: reducing carbon emissions, preserving resources and promoting social progress.

  • ABB has flexible work options depending on job compatibility without compromising customer service or impacting colleagues.

  • ABB has launched a gender-neutral global parental leave program granting 12 weeks of paid leave for primary caregivers.