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Electrical Engineering Manager

We are seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in high voltage substation design, including both air-insulated (AIS) and gas-insulated switchgear (GIS). This role requires a deep understanding of electrical engineering principles and the ability to lead complex projects from conception to completion.

As a Lead Electrical Engineer within Process Automation Energy Industries, you will have the opportunity to act as the technical lead on projects within a dynamic team covering a wide variety of industries including renewables (Wind/H2/Hydro), Oil & Gas & Chemicals, and Power-to-X. You will ensure that activities related to all engineering disciplines within your area of responsibility are executed efficiently and cost-effectively. You will also act as a design authority for the electrical engineering discipline.

Our Team Dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

What’s in it for you?

We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your career, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

Your Role and Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll help run what runs the world, by taking on meaningful work that drives real impact.

- Work model: hybrid from ABB Aberdeen, St Neots or Warrington {#LI-hybrid}

• Leading the design and implementation of eHouse, Substation, MV/HV/EHV AIS & GIS Switchgear (up to 400kV), Step up/down transformers, and Protection.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to ensure project success, manage timelines, budgets, and resources effectively, and conduct risk assessments with mitigation strategies.
• Acting as Electrical TA and providing technical support and troubleshooting during project execution, preparing detailed project documentation, and conducting HAZOP and EHAZOP workshops.
• Installation and grid code compliance, including leading power system studies, with a proven track record of leading large projects and coordinating with multiple parties.
• Providing technical expertise in power distribution, protection, and control systems.
• Overseeing the preparation of detailed engineering reports, plans, and specifications.
• Conducting feasibility studies, cost estimates, and technical evaluations.
• Mentoring and developing junior engineers and technical staff.
• Participating in project management activities, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Developing and maintaining client relationships, and assisting with marketing and business development efforts.

Qualifications for the Role

• Experience in the Energy industry, particularly in power generation, transmission, or distribution.
• Masters or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Chartered Electrical Engineer or working towards this status.
• Significant experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on high voltage substation design.
• Proficiency in electrical design software and tools.
• A collaborative, solution-focused approach, and strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Strong English language skills.
• Ability to plan and prioritize workload.
• Ability to demonstrate the importance of commercial awareness.

Benefits

ABB offers a full range of benefits to help you thrive at work and beyond.

• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Competitive contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Flexible benefits scheme (Includes options to buy/sell holidays, health checks, dental, eye care, gym memberships, cycle to work, gadget discounts, and more)
• Internal mobility opportunities, mentorships & access to projects globally
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous employee referral scheme
• Company car or cash for car allowance
• Private medical cover for yourself
• Generous bonus scheme

For the 5th consecutive year, ABB UK has been recognized as a Top Employer in the UK. Being certified as a Top Employer showcases an organization’s dedication to a better world of work and excellent HR policies and practices.

More about us

The Energy Industries Division serves a wide range of industrial sectors, including hydrocarbons, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, power generation, and water. With its integrated solutions that automate, digitalize, and electrify operations, the division is committed to supporting traditional industries in their efforts to decarbonize. The division also supports the development, integration, and scaling up of new and renewable energy models. Its goal is to help customers adapt and succeed in the rapidly changing global energy transition. Harnessing data, machine learning, and AI, the division brings over 50 years of expertise delivering solutions to improve energy, process, and production efficiency, while reducing risk, operational costs, and waste from project start-up through the entire plant lifecycle.

Join us. Be part of the team where progress happens, industries transform, and your work shapes the world. Run What Runs the World.

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We value people with diverse backgrounds. Could this be your next step? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to learn more about us and see how our technology impacts the world.