Job Description
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: Electrical Engineering Manager __ Your Role And Responsibilities (Mandatory) ABB is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer with a strong background in Protection and Controls to join our team. Working at ABB offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience across the full spectrum of power system engineering. Our group actively engages in substation design, protection and controls engineering, power system studies, and the design and implementation of power management systems. Being part of this team allows engineers to collaborate across multiple disciplines, contribute to complex and impactful projects, and develop a well-rounded understanding of modern power infrastructure up to 69kV. The work model for the role is: hybrid This role is contributing to the Process Automation Energy Industries division in Houston, TX. You will be mainly accountable for: Lead and support engineering projects, ensuring successful delivery through effective technical leadership, coordination, and adherence to project scope, schedule, and quality expectations. Serve as the technical lead and subject matter expert for Protection and Controls across projects, providing guidance, standards, and technical oversight to the engineering team. Develop and review protection and control system designs, including relay selection, protection philosophies, settings development, configuration, and coordination. Support and mentor team members on protection and control best practices, helping build capability within the group Review engineering deliverables to ensure technical accuracy, consistency, and compliance with industry standards, project specifications, and internal engineering practices. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to support project execution and technical decision-making. Our team dynamics (Optional) You will join a dynamic and high performing team, where you will be able to thrive. Qualifications For The Role (Mandatory) Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university. 7+ years of experience in power systems engineering, with significant experience in Protection and Controls. Strong knowledge of protection principles, relay coordination, and protection scheme design for medium and high voltage power systems. Hands-on experience with protective relay configuration and settings development (e.g., SEL, GE, Siemens, ABB or similar platforms). Experience performing power system studies such as short circuit, protection coordination, load flow, and arc flash. Familiarity with power system analysis software (e.g., ETAP, SKM PowerTools, EasyPower, PSCAD, or similar). Working knowledge of substation design and electrical building integration, including protection and control system interfaces. We empower you to take the lead, share bold ideas, and shape real outcomes. You’ll grow through hands-on experience, mentorship, and learning that fits your goals. Here, your work doesn’t just matter, it moves things forward 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 path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day. More About Us 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 Individ