Technical Marketing and Application Engineer – Protection and Control

Join ABB Power Grids and work in a team that is dedicated to creating a future where innovative digital technologies allow greater access to cleaner energy.
You will be part of Grid Automation Products in Västerås. ABB’s Global center for protection and control within the power transmission area is in Västerås. We have approximately 200 employees who develop, manufacture and market products as well as offer comprehensive support and services to power customers worldwide. We work in close collaboration with ABB units in 80 countries and 95% of the sales are exported. ABB is the world leader within protection and control with several groundbreaking technological innovations, which through quick fault detection has improved the availability and efficiency of power transmission networks.
Be a part of shaping the future - in the forefront of technology and digitalization. GA Products in Västerås is ABB; s Global Centre for Protection & Control wish is an important part in Digital Sub Stations. We also host the Global R&D and PM functions.
Take the opportunity to become a Technical Marketing & Application Engineer in our Team.
Your responsibilities
Your main task will be marketing activities such as customer presentations & trainings, driving certification or homologation activities to get end customers to approve our IEDs.
Development of partner integrator companies, and tight collaboration with the Area Sales Manager(s) within the Hub.
Technical Sales support to the local sales teams located in the Hub.
Supporting customers (internal/external) applying ABB Grid Automation products through visits, demonstrations, training courses and contacts via various IT infrastructures.
Maintain and improve knowledge of Power Systems, protection and related ABB Grid Automation products.
Applies principles, theories, standard techniques and concepts to provide solutions to customers (internal/external).
Participate in marketing and sales activities, including technical conferences.
Participate in development programs/projects with ref. to testing and documentation.
Contribute in customers feedback processes.
Act as teacher in product training courses.
Follow ABB Power Grids ‘Values in Action’.
Other duties as applicable.
Living ABB Power Grids core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business. 

Your background
High School or University degree in Electrical Engineering.
3+ years of experience in power systems and/or power industry, including protection and control equipment.
Preferably you are working within the power transmission business today.
Practical work in the power field is an advantage, i.e. commissioning type etc.
Ability to write and speak English (multi-lingual ability is a plus).
You are successful in your ways of networking and collaborating with stakeholders.
Models high standards of honesty and integrity.
Ability to learn new skills and assume responsibility.
Your result focus and execution are a natural part of your personality.  

More about us
Bring your very own sense of pride and purpose as you help us drive forward the Fourth Industrial Revolution – creating a sustainable future for our planet, and your career. Join ABB Power Grids and harness the power of our diverse global network, as you collaborate with and learn from our world-class teams. Above all, challenge yourself every day. Let’s write the future, together.
It is an exciting time to join ABB Power Grids. ABB and Hitachi have signed an agreement to create a joint venture (JV). By combining ABB Power Grids’ with Hitachi’s complementary strengths, we plan to form a new and stronger global leader in the power sector. ABB Power Grids and Hitachi will have more than 230 years of combined heritage and experience. Together, we will be well-positioned to shape the future of energy, with pioneering technologies, as the partner of choice for enabling a stronger, smarter and greener grid. The transaction is expected to be completed by the first half of 2020, subject to regulatory approvals. Join us on this exciting journey.
Recruiting Manager, Hans Pettersson, +46 21-32 14 13 will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Klas Koppari +46 21-32 13 45, Unionen: Kennet Tedenäs +46 21-32 16 16, Ledarna, Christer Fridlund +46 240-78 29 12. All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Helena Stefansdottir +46 768-30 97 48.
Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Welcome to apply at abb.com/careers and search for job ID SE68369725. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until 2020-03-31, so don’t delay – apply today!