About this opportunity
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This position reports to:
Senior Project Engineer
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The work model for the role is: hybrid / #LI-Hybrid
Key responsibilities
As a Commissioning Engineer, you will be responsible for the technical commissioning of automation and control systems at our customers’ sites. You will support projects throughout the entire process, from preparation and testing to successful handover, ensuring reliable and smooth plant operation.
You will be mainly accountable for:
Coordination and adaptation of engineering solutions with customers and project teams through technical clarification meetings
Planning, coordination and execution of commissioning of automation and control systems
Parameterization, configuration and optimization of control and process control systems
Functional tests, system tests and approvals including customer acceptance and trial operations
Analysis and troubleshooting of errors during the commissioning phase
Ensuring compliance with schedule, quality and cost specifications
Creation of commissioning reports and technical documentation
Support for service assignments and modernization projects with ABB automation systems (800xA, Melody, P14)
Qualifications for the role
Completed degree in electrical engineering, automation technology or comparable technical training
Initial or several years of professional experience in the commissioning of industrial or power plant facilities
Knowledge of automation systems, control technology and process control
Understanding of industrial networks, fieldbus systems and control engineering
Independent, structured and solution-oriented way of working
Strong customer orientation as well as excellent communication skills, teamwork and sense of responsibility
Willingness to travel for national and international projects
Proficient German language skills as well as good English skills in written and spoken form
Benefits
Canteen
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Workpractices
Employee Share Acquisition Plan
Please note: in the case of equal suitability, people with severe disabilities and their equals are given preference.
ABB AG
+49 (0) 621 381 3500
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