Senior System 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: Local Service Operations Manager __ At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world. The Energy Industries Division serves a wide range of industrial sectors, including hydrocarbons, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, power generation and water. With its integrated solutions that automate, digitalize and electrify operations, the Division is committed to supporting traditional industries in their efforts to decarbonize. The Division also supports the development, integration and scaling up of new and renewable energy models. The Division’s goal is to help customers adapt and succeed in the rapidly changing global energy transition. Harnessing data, machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI), the Division brings over 50 years of domain expertise delivering solutions designed to improve energy, process and production efficiency, as well as reducing risk, operational cost and capital cost, while minimizing waste for customers, from project start-up and throughout the entire plant lifecycle. This Position reports to: Operations Manager We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit careers.abb to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe. Duties & Responsibilities Execute complex automation service activities including installation, commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, upgrades, retrofits, repairs, and end-of-life support, both remotely and on-site, while ensuring compliance with ABB standards, quality requirements, and safety regulations. Deliver excellent customer support by building strong client relationships, ensuring service quality, understanding customer needs, and identifying opportunities to promote ABB’s service portfolio and generate new business. Lead technical problem-solving efforts by diagnosing complex system and equipment issues, performing root-cause analysis, recommending corrective actions, and implementing preventive measures to enhance system reliability and performance. Prepare and support engineering proposals, project estimates, risk assessments, and service documentation while contributing to knowledge management and the continuous improvement of operational processes, products, and customer service. Coordinate service resources, materials, parts, and equipment to ensure effective project execution, while maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, integrity, and cross-functional process compliance. Our Team Dynamics Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there. Qualifications, Education & Experience Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Automation Engineering, Electronics, Instrumentation, or a related engineering discipline, with over 10 years of experience in automation, DCS services, and engineering hardware. Extensive expertise in ABB System 800xA engineering, including system design, installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, hardware configuration, and application development, with a minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience. Demonstrated leadership experience managing and mentoring automation engineering teams, with strong capabilities in solution design, technical problem-solving, and remote support delivery. Strong customer-facing, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with proven experience supporting major industrial clients such as ARAMCO, SABIC, SWCC, and Marafiq. Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills, coupled with fluent English proficiency (written and spoken). We empower you to take the lead, share bold ideas, and shape real outcomes. You’ll grow through hands-on experience, mentorship, and learning that fits your goals. Here, your work doesn’t just matter, it moves things forward Benefits We invest in our people with benefits that go beyond the basics because your future matters. More about us Join us. Be part of the team where progress happens, industries transform, and your work shapes the world. Run What Runs the World. We look forward to receiving your application. If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com. 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. Why ABB Working at ABB gives you the opportunity to contribute to a healthier and more prosperous world. Add to your story by joining a passionate team, focused on pushing the boundaries of technology to drive performance, shape new business models and find new ways of working that benefit our customers, partners and society. We want you to be proud of being part of ABB. We care At ABB, we care about our people and their stories. We create safe, fair, equitable and inclusive working environments in which our people can succeed and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or cultural, religious or social background. Diverse teams make us stronger. ABB is also committed to a high standard of integrity in everything we do. We grow We help our people succeed and develop, and we empower them to create their own careers at ABB. Our benefits, reward and development programs encompass a wide array of offerings. How to apply Do you want to shape the future, together with us? 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