Senior Systems Project Engineer
Listed on 2026-07-08
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Process Engineer, Quality Engineering, Automation & Mechatronics 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.
This position reports to:Engineering Manager
Senior Project EngineerYou will be the technical lead and/or design authority for Process Automation engineering projects in Renewable, Oil & Gas, Chemical, Power Generation, Water treatment industries both in the US and global projects, making technical recommendations and enhancing customer satisfaction by providing excellent service.
In this role, you will ensure successful Distributed Control System delivery of multiple projects on time, within budget, and in line with specifications and with quality and safety guidelines.
The work model for the role is in the Cleveland, OH office.
Your Role and Responsibilities- Working closely with customers to shape and deliver solutions, and utilizing feedback to drive delivery of improvements for medium‑complex projects
- Resolving technical issues both remotely and at customer sites in the US and abroad
- Assisting Project Managers with claims, customer specifications and safety standards, as well as technical details, costs, and deliverables for sales proposals
- Cost‑effectively executing Distributed Control System project deliverables on time in accordance with specifications, standards, and safety requirements
- Design, Test and Commission Automation Enclosures, Control Logic and Human‑Machine Interfaces with ABB or 3rd party Control Systems
- Creating and delivering work plans, budgets, and risk assessments
- Developing, selecting, and applying standard techniques, procedures, and tools, reporting inefficiencies, and identifying improvement opportunities
- Ability and willingness to travel approximately up to 25 % of the time
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, or other engineering discipline
- 5+ years of experience in engineering, working as an Engineer with Distributed Control Systems
- Sound knowledge of engineering techniques, processes, and tools
- Strong focus on safe work practices and dedication to following workplace safety guidelines
- High level of self‑motivation, curiosity, and a desire to learn about new technologies
- Collaborative approach to working, demonstrating strong communication and leadership skills
- Candidates must be able to read, write and speak English fluently
- Applicants must have work authorization to work permanently in the US without sponsorship now or in the future
- Reimbursement for relocation is not available
Our benefits are competitive, comprehensive, and crafted with you in mind.
Health, Life & Disability- Choice between two medical plan options: a PPO plan called the Copay Plan or a High‑Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High‑Deductible Plan
- Choice between two dental plan options:
Core and Core Plus - Vision benefit
- Company paid life insurance (2x base pay)
- Company paid AD&D (1x base pay)
- Voluntary life and AD&D – 100 % employee paid up to maximums
- Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid
- Long Term Disability – 60 % of pay – Company paid. Ability to "buy‑up" to 66 2/3 % of pay
- Supplemental benefits – 100 % employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance)
- Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
- Employee discount program
- 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Contributions
- Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
While base salary is determined by qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $79,800 and $127,680 annually.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity,…
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