Electrical Test Specialist

ABB Manufacturing Engineering Manager

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:
Manufacturing Engineering Manager

In this role, you will have the opportunity to optimize the Production organization's assembly methods, processes, and test equipment to minimize labor hours in accordance with business strategies related to quality, efficiency, costs, and safety. Each day, you will ensure appropriate production test methods, cycle time, equipment performance, and materials/components in support of production targets. You will also showcase your expertise by defining the working phase sequence of a new production test process to achieve the targeted product cost and equipment investment budget.

The work model for the role is onsite in our Hackettstown, NJ manufacturing facility.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Troubleshooting and diagnosing problems at the equipment level, including electrical controls, sensors, instrumentation, PLCs, HMIs, wiring, motors, actuators, test circuits, and mechanical interfaces.
• Developing, reviewing, and approving test equipment designs, including electrical schematics, control systems, instrumentation, sensors, safety circuits, PLCs, HMIs, data acquisition, and automated test sequences.
• Collaborate with new and existing vendors to troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve issues related to high-voltage test equipment, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and compliance with technical specifications, as well as commissioning and validating custom test equipment.
• Providing technical support during equipment installation, startup, and production implementation, including developing action plans, resolving startup issues, and training Maintenance, Engineering, and Production personnel.
• Supporting Production and Maintenance by developing and maintaining electrical and controls documentation, including schematics, panel layouts, I/O lists, PLC programs, HMI configurations, test sequences, equipment specifications, and troubleshooting documentation.

Qualifications for the role:

• B.S. in Engineering Science or Mechanical Technology;
  Electrical Engineer or Technician, or related fields
• 5+ years in total in manufacturing or equivalent roles and environments; 3+ years in developing/fabricating/processing electrical circuits
• Computer literacy, schematic design concepts and understanding of electrical diagrams and troubleshooting
• Proven experience with wiring, schematics, controls, sensors and HMI
• Hands-on experience and approach to technical tasks
• Experience with High Voltage and Corona Detection systems is preferred
• English fluency is a must;
  Spanish is a plus.
• Effective cross-communication skills, self starter mentality, and results orientation.
• Candidates must already possess authorization to work for ABB in the US.

We give you the space to lead, the support to grow, and the chance to make a difference. Whether you're solving problems, building something new, or helping others succeed, your impact is real. You'll be part of a team that values your voice and celebrates your progress.

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities  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, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant's qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $83,300 and $133,280 annually.

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