Electrical Engineer - Infrastructure

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In this role, you will be a key player in the Production Development team, focusing on developing operations capability and capacity through innovation in a safe and cost-effective way. You will be responsible for driving projects to completion and supporting Test Infrastructure Development for operations. The ideal candidate thrives from working in a technically complex and fast-moving environment and is willing to challenge the status quo.

This position reports to

Production Development Manager

Your responsibilities

• Design electrical/infrastructure systems for ABB Power Protection business, including AC power distribution, interior and exterior lighting, cooling, safety/fire protection and other building support systems.
• Coordinate technical project requirements with project team members, including internal stakeholders, contractors, code officials, utility companies, and project managers.
• Design power distribution systems, including panelboards, switchboards, overcurrent protection, transformers, disconnect switches, conductors, raceway, wiring devices, generators, etc.
• Support review of construction documents – driving consistency of standards, challenging assumptions, and driving best practices.
• Maintain strong knowledge of types and requirements of electrical systems and their components, e.g., equipment types, manufacturers, resources, etc.
• Define electrical safety system design and fire protection requirements.
• Write RFP specifications and procedures for electrical and electromechanical assemblies.

Your background

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (or similar) with 3+ years of relevant work experience.
• Strong knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including but not limited to the NEC (National Electrical Code), NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, NFPA 72 (National Fire Alarm Code), building codes, energy codes, etc.
• Proficient in construction administration tasks such as reviewing product submittals and shop drawings, responding to Requests for Information (RFI’s), inspecting projects at various stages of construction, and providing field reports.
• Strong AutoCAD drafting and Microsoft Office proficiency required.
• Experience with SKM or similar electrical modeling software is a plus.
• Proficiency in REVIT MEP and Project management a plus.
• Able to read and interpret mechanical drawings and detailed electrical schematics.
• Professional Engineering licensure in VA a plus.
• 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
• Healthcare plan
• Wellbeing program

More about us

ABB Smart Power is a global technology leader, with products and solutions that make power supplies smart, connected and protected. Its intelligent products and solutions make power more competitive by improving the energy efficiency, productivity and reliability of almost any operation.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 ABBABB 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:https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdfhttps://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdfAs 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 US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner. #LI-Onsite