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This position reports to:
Engineering Manager
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Your role and responsibilities- Instructs, supervises and coordinates with the guidance of the related engineering teams of ABB (local and headquarter) and sub-suppliers in order to secure the integrity, completeness and correct function.
- Responsible for the design, calculation and documentation (Base design, Detail Design, etc. until “As Built”) as per Project Specific Division of Work and Instructions as worked out with project team and local partners.
- Take budget responsibility where design and technical solution is driving cost. Strive for cost reductions.
- HVAC documents/tasks are:
- System design with calculation report (by HAP) for equipment sizing.
- System PID, DID, PFD
- System control logic and interlock logic.
- Aux-Transformer dimensioning (electrical load)
- Handling of Auxiliary load list
- Handling of signaling from/to auxiliary system
- Equipment installation instruction
- Commissioning and performance test procedure
- Support LE/PM in getting approvals by Customer/Engineer for documents as per the contract
- Provide technical inputs and applicable specifications for Purchase Orders
- Discuss and agree with LE/PM on all technical matters with commercial impact
- Give input to LE/PM for project planning, i.e. document schedule and required document approvals
- Co-ordinate directly with clients, engineers, sub-contractors and suppliers regarding technical issues and technical interfaces if instructed by the LE/PM
- Provide input to other engineering departments
- List and report all noted deviations to the engineering specifications, and plan and implement corrective actions in co-operation with LE/PM
- Contribute to an on-time delivery
- Give input to LE/PM for selection of Suppliers and Sub-contractors
- Maintain good working relations with partners, client representatives and consultant
- Use of document management system according to project related DOW for secondary engineering documents
- Review Inspection and Test plan, and attend FAT if required
- List and report all deviations (change) to the contract, plan and implement actions in alignment with LE/PM. Support the LE/PM with necessary documentation for preparing Claims / Variation Order to Client and Claims to Contractors/Suppliers deviating from agreed scope / schedule / quality.
Key outputs for the assigned system:
- Initial Document List (Technical Content)
- System design criteria, technical project rules & guidelines (list)
- Specifications for assigned equipment
- Design Documents according to DOW / standard-documents
- All required input to other engineering departments
- Up-to-date record of all open technical points related to project
- Quality feedback to design departments, suppliers and other partners
- Recommendations to LE/PM for selection of suppliers
- Inspection and test plan
You will be mainly accountable for:
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Working with the customer to shape and deliver solutions while seeking customer feedback to drive and deliver improvements.
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Creating work plans and cost estimates for the portfolio of projects and ensuring quality, timely implementation within the targeted cost.
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Coordinating with relevant functions to ensure the designs are appropriately manufactured / staged, tested, installed, and commissioned.
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Coaching engineering colleagues on the translation of conceptual designs to engineering documentation, best practices, and lessons learned from past projects.
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Qualifications for the role
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At least bachelor’s degree in HVAC system with 12 years of experience or master’s degree with 8 years of experience and successful completion of several oversea projects as design engineer or equivalent
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Knowledge in main HVAC equipment
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Be proficient in using HAP software.
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Experience of ASHRA standards, handbooks, guides, etc.
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Be proficient in using AutoCAD, Office.
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High sense of responsibility and commitment
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Organizational- and management skills
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Effective communicator
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High degree of intercultural awareness
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English in reading and writing is mandatory. Listening and speaking is required for meetings and communication with foreign engineers.
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Self-driven personality
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Understanding of Commercial Requirements
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
As a pivotal division within ABB Energy Industries, PAEN (Process Automation Energy Industries) leads the transformation of global energy and industrial sectors through cutting-edge automation, electrification, and digital solutions. We specialize in delivering integrated systems for process industries—spanning oil and gas, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and renewable energy—to optimize efficiency, sustainability, and operational resilience. Our innovations, such as Ethernet-APL-enabled process automation platforms and AI-driven energy management systems, empower clients to achieve carbon neutrality and future-ready operations.
Call to Action:
Join us. Be part of the team where progress happens, industries transform, and your work shapes the world.
Run What Runs the World.
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 https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
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ABB
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10,001+
Employees
Zurich
Headquarters
$28.5B
Valuation
Reviews
3.5
3 reviews
Work-life balance
3.0
Compensation
2.0
Culture
2.5
Career
3.5
Management
2.0
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Pros
Award ceremonies and achievement recognition
Professional experience opportunities
Relevant marketing and writing experience
Cons
Awards only recognize sales and leadership teams
Auxiliary departments excluded and understaffed
No cost of living raises provided
Salary Ranges
405 data points
Mid/L4
Senior/L5
Mid/L4 · Project Manager
102 reports
$117,433
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Base
$109,179
Stock
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Bonus
$8,254
$79,130
$175,443
Interview experience
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Difficulty
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Duration
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Offer rate
20%
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Application Review
2
Phone Screen
3
Technical Interview
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System Design/Panel Interview
5
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6
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