Application Engineer

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.This position reports to:Engineering Manager__In this role, you will have the opportunity to act as a design authority for an engineering discipline with low to medium complexity. This role bridges technical expertise with commercial awareness, delivering automation solutions and technical support for low to medium complexity projects across the entire project lifecycle. The Project Engineer conducts technical discovery, develops value propositions, qualifies opportunities, manages customer relationships, and ensures solution quality in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards, safety requirements, and cybersecurity policies.The work model for the role is: Onsite in one of the following: Chicago, IL, Atlanta, GA, Boston, MA, OR Milwaukee, WI. #LI-OnsiteYour role and responsibilities:Develops and documents control application designs; programs automation applications using advanced techniques.Establishes trust and confidence with customers, acting as the primary technical contact; explains complex issues and develops relevant customer presentations.Travels to customer locations to resolve technical problems; defines the need for and performs service calls on direct and other engineers' projects as needed.Routinely develops and upgrades technical skills; self-trains in new products and technologies, including proficiency with additional concepts such as sizing.Our Team DynamicsOur 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.Qualifications for the role:Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related field and 2+ years of Engineering experience OR equivalent years of experienceProficiency in IEC 61131 Programming Languages (Ladder Diagram, Structured Text) and Customer Management Relationship is requiredKnowledge of Motion Control Systems, PLC/HMI Programming and Application Development (C or equivalent high-level language) is requiredAbility and willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 30% of the time; Valid Passport with no barriers is requiredCandidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.What's in it for youWe empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something biggerABB 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: 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io.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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or by sending an email to View email address on click.appcast.io. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $68,600 and $109,760 annually.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 moreHealth, Life & DisabilityChoice 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 PlusVision benefitCompany paid life insurance (2X base pay)Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximumsShort Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paidLong 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 insurancePaid Parental LeaveEmployee Assistance ProgramHealth Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoptionEmployee discount programRetirement401k Savings Plan with Company ContributionsEmployee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)Time offABB provides 11 paid holidays. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.Ready to make an impact?Apply today or visit to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe. #J-18808-Ljbffr