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Abb

Component Engineer – Electrical & Electronics

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Abb

A global leader in automation, electrification, and digitalization solutions for industries.

Support component reliability & selection for UPS, PDU, STS in Data Center products.
9 days ago ago
Experienced (8-12 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Richmond, VA
Onsite
Company Size
105,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role

Description

component testing
supplier analysis
data management
make‑buy
guideline development
supplier coordination
  • Evaluation and testing: Assessing the quality, reliability, and compatibility of different components through testing, analysis, and collaboration with engineering and suppliers.
  • Perform supplier capability and capacity analysis to make sourcing decisions and recommendations.
  • Collaboration and communication: Working closely with engineering, P&L, quality, manufacturing teams, and suppliers to ensure smooth coordination and effective communication throughout
  • Knowledge Management: Develop guidelines/procedures on component selection. Evaluate supplier change or EOL notification as needed.
  • Supplier Integration & Management: Collaborate with P&L and quality to ensure suppliers meet quality and delivery requirements, resolving any issues related to component manufacturing, and identifying potential alternative suppliers.
  • Maintain component data management systems including qualification records/results/documentation.
  • Lead Make vs. Buy decision analyses and support outside processing management when outsourcing is desired.

Requirements

sap
windchill
pcbas
manufacturing
bachelors
analytical
  • Ability to analyze material cost breakdowns and accuracy based on market values through strong analytical skills.
  • Experience with SAP and or Windchill PLM systems preferred.
  • Thorough understanding of manufacturing techniques and process of electrical and electronic components like PCBAs, Transformer, insulators and IGBTs required.
  • Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to work with engineering, SMC and suppliers to ensure technical requirements are met.
  • Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical/Electronic preferred), with 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to discuss designs with supplier to optimize designs for manufacture and assessing supplier capabilities.
  • Experience with evaluation and qualification of electrical/electronic component manufacturers

Benefits

  • Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
  • Employee discount program
  • Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
  • Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums
  • Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid
  • Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
  • Vision benefit
  • Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
  • Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks
  • Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
  • Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
  • 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 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.

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

  • must already have work authorization to work in the us; no sponsorship mentioned.

Security clearance

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Company

Overview

Founded 1883
Year established
The company was established in 1883, marking the beginning of its journey as a global technology leader.
  • A global technology leader with a rich history of innovation.
  • Focuses on electrification, automation, robotics, and digitalization for global industries.
  • Delivers solutions to improve productivity, energy efficiency, and sustainability.
  • A key player in sectors like utilities, transportation, manufacturing, and infrastructure.
  • Notable projects include electrification of rail networks, automation in factories, and energy-efficient grid solutions.
  • Continues to lead in integrating cutting-edge technologies, combining the digital and physical worlds.

Culture + Values

  • Customer orientation
  • Innovation
  • Collaboration
  • Sustainability
  • Integrity
  • Accountability

Environment + Sustainability

2050
Net Zero Commitment
Aim to achieve net zero carbon emissions across operations and supply chain.
  • Sustainability at the core of business model
  • Reduction of CO2 emissions in operations and supply chain
  • Committed to renewable energy
  • Energy efficiency solutions for customers
  • Increased use of recycled materials in products
  • Support for the UN Sustainable Development Goals

Inclusion & Diversity

24% Women Leadership
Gender Diversity in Leadership
Percentage of leadership positions held by women in the organization.
30% Target by 2025
Target Goal for Women
Aim to increase women in leadership roles to 30% by 2025.
  • Partnerships with global organizations to promote inclusion
  • Focused efforts on empowering women in technical fields
  • Promotion of a culture of respect and equal opportunity
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