System and Technical Support Engineer - Medium Voltage Drives
ABB Bærum, Norway
Automation Machinery Manufacturing · 10,001+ employees
About the role
The System and Technical Support Engineer will provide technical advisory and support for marine systems, including troubleshooting via remote diagnostic tools. They will also lead or participate in modernization and retrofit projects while collaborating with R&D on future solutions.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must hold a BSc or Technical College education and possess experience with drive systems, preferably in the marine sector. Proficiency in English and Norwegian is required, along with a willingness to travel internationally.
Benefits
Full description
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:
Technical Support Manager
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Are you passionate about solving complex technical problems, supporting global customers, and making a tangible impact in the marine industry?
We have positions available as System & Technical Support Engineer for following systems:
- Medium voltage/Low voltage Frequency Converters
- High Voltage Switchboards
- Marine AC Power Systems
About the Role
As a System and Technical Support Engineer, you will support ABB systems onboard vessels worldwide, act as lead or project engineer for modernization, retrofit projects, sporadic on-call service jobs in ABB Marine Service. You’ll troubleshoot using ABB’s Remote Diagnostic System (RDS), assist customers via various channels, and provide technical advisory both externally and within ABB.
Responsibilities
- Technical advisor and support role for ABB delivered systems for Marine
- Advanced troubleshooting via ABB’s Remote Diagnostic System (RDS)
- Participate in upgrades and retrofit projects - lead engineer for retrofit projects depending on role
- Further develop, maintain and analyze existing functionalities and solutions for Marine MV power application
- Assist customers via phone, email, remote access, and on-site visits
- Provide internal technical support within ABB Marine
- Contribute to product and service improvements
- Collaborating with R&D on future solutions
- Conduct sporadic field service tasks globally
Requirements
- BSc or Technical College education
- Experience with drive systems (marine sector preferred)
- Fluent in English and Norwegian (spoken and written)
- Willingness to travel internationally
- Knowledge of shipboard systems is a plus
We Value
- Practical problem-solving abilities
- Independence and collaboration
- Ability to perform under pressure
- Interest in marine technologies
What We Offer
- Technically engaging and challenging role
- Flexible remote work arrangements
- Supportive and collaborative work culture
- Career growth in an international company
- Rotational project work
- Excellent employee benefits
If you have any questions, you are welcome to contact Rune Thingstad, rune.thingstad@no.abb.com. Application deadline is August 30.
ABB is a supplier of critical infrastructure. Personnel safety is therefore important to ABB and our customers. In collaboration with Meditor, ABB in Norway conducts background checks on candidates who receive offers of employment. This is to ensure compliance with ABB’s guidelines for recruitment and personnel safety, as well as compliance with legal requirements related to trade sanctions. Candidates will be asked to provide relevant information.
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.
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