Greenfield Automation Technical Advisor / Solution Architect

Description

• Produce High-Quality Technical Offers Prepare compelling, customer-focused technical offers that clearly present the proposed solution, demonstrate its value, and position ABB to win the opportunity.
• Develop the Most Competitive and Compliant Solutions Architect complete automation solutions in response to RFQs, define efficient execution strategies together with Operations, estimate engineering effort, identify and size project risks, and collaborate with Account Managers to refine cost and pricing.
• Act as the Main Technical Authority for Greenfield Automation Lead all technical engagement by providing deep automation expertise across all customer interactions and internal teams, while actively showcasing ABB’s leadership in automation through active participation in industry forums and events.
• Drive Continuous Improvement and Innovation Evaluate emerging technologies and take a leading role in driving competitiveness and profitability through lessons learned, and by leading enhancements to processes and tools.

Requirements

• You will have proven extensive experience designing complex greenfield automation systems, covering all layers from field to enterprise-level integration.
• You will be a minimum Degree qualified in Control System or Computing Engineering or a related technical field.
• You will have hands-on experience with ABB Control Systems, including 800xA, Symphony Plus, Freelance, AC500, and Zenon.
• You will have proven experience in one or more of the following industries: Oil & Gas, Power Generation, Water & Utilities, Chemicals, or emerging energy sectors such as Offshore Wind, Hydrogen (H₂), Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), and Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS).
• You will demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, confidently conveying technical expertise in customer-facing interactions. Fluency in English is essential.
• You will be results-oriented, self-motivated, well-organized, and pragmatic, with strong problem-solving abilities and a systems-thinking mindset.
• You will be an expert in ICSS and SCADA systems, with strong proficiency in industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, Profibus, OPC, and IEC 61850. Your expertise will extend to system and network design, cybersecurity practices, and the application of relevant IEC standards.
• Familiarity with ABB Adaptive Execution, XStream Engineering, and ABB Automation Vision is considered an advantage.

Benefits

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

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance