Relay Specialist

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This position reports to:

Engineering Manager

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In this role, you will serve as the technical authority for Solid-State (SS) and Electromechanical (EM) relays, with a focus on product sustainment, technical ownership, and problem resolution rather than new product design. You will apply your knowledge of relay operation to troubleshoot issues, analyze failures, ensure reliable product application, and strengthen team capabilities through technical guidance and training. You will also serve as the primary technical resource for Manufacturing, Testing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Customer Support.

The work model for this role is: Onsite

 

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical authority for electromechanical (EM) and solid-state (SS) relay products, leading troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and resolution of product, wiring/control circuit, component, production, testing, and field issues throughout the product lifecycle.
• Own and maintain relay engineering documentation and product configuration, including specifications, technical data, test requirements, acceptance criteria, BOMs, engineering databases, and engineering changes through the ECR–ECO–ECN process.
• Provide cross-functional technical leadership and capability building for Manufacturing, Testing, Quality, Supply Chain, and internal/external customers by delivering practical engineering solutions, troubleshooting guidance, training, and standardized technical documentation.
• Ensure product and project technical compliance and continuous support, including qualifying alternate materials/components, addressing obsolescence and cost challenges, managing approved technical changes, and ensuring deliverables meet contractual, safety, cybersecurity, quality, and BOM requirements through project/contract closure.

 

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering or related field and 10 years of electrical related experience OR Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering or related field and 5 years of electrical related experience OR Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering or related field and 3 years of electrical related experience.
• Experience with electromechanical and solid-state relays in industrial applications.
• Knowledge of protection relay applications and basic coordination concepts.
• Familiarity with relay testing equipment (e.g., Omicron or equivalent).
• Experience supporting legacy product sustainment or obsolescence management.
• Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

 

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 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 at ABB.

 

All 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.

 

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

 

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.

 

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner. #LI-Onsite

 

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]

Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on “Candidate/Guest” to learn more

 

Health, Life & Disability

• 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. 
• Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus.
• Vision benefit.
• Company paid life insurance (2X base pay).
• Company paid AD&D (1X base pay).
• Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums.
• Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid.
• Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid.  Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
• Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption.
• Employee discount program.

 

Retirement

• 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions.
• Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP).

 

Time off

ABB provides 11 paid holidays.  Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.

 

More about us

ABB Electrification provides leading electrical distribution and management technologies, solutions and services to electrify the world in a safe, smart and sustainable way. The portfolio includes medium and low-voltage electrical components, switchgear, digital devices, enclosures, and circuit breakers, among others. With our products, solutions and services, we collaborate with customers to improve power delivery and security, enhance energy management, efficiency and operational reliability, as we seek to achieve a low carbon society.

ABB's Service Division partners with our customers to improve the availability, reliability, predictability and sustainability of electrical products and installations. The Division’s extensive service portfolio offers product care, modernization, and advisory services to improve performance, extend equipment lifetime and deliver new levels of operational and sustainable efficiency. We help customers keep resources in use for as long as possible, extracting the maximum value from them, and then recovering and regenerating products and materials at the end of their useful life.

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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