Chapter Leader in Electrical Systems

About the Role

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we'll give you what you need to make it happen. It won't always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you'll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

Join ABB's Power Protection Product Group in Napier as a Chapter Leader in Electrical Systems, where you'll blend technical depth with people leadership to drive innovation in power conditioning technologies. In this dual role, you'll lead a chapter of engineers while actively contributing to an Agile Team focused on developing advanced solutions across our product range including UPS systems, battery energy storage, and static frequency converters spanning 300kW to 3600kW.

Your focus will be on advancing core power conditioning technologies to deliver higher performance, cost efficiency, and operational excellence through innovation, standardization, and smart resource use. You'll represent local R&D operations, align with global strategies, and foster a collaborative, inclusive environment that supports both technical excellence and team development. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of power protection while growing your impact within a global R&D network.

Work model: Onsite

This Position reports to: Platform & Innovation Agile Unit Leader

Responsibilities

Delivering the Chapter mission:

• Sharing best practices and know-how and developing standards and guidelines on how to develop and optimize Electrical and Mechanical Systems in the Power Protection portfolio
• Developing IP strategy within the area of work
• Acting as a coach with deep expertise and ensuring that chapter members have appropriate competencies and skills for Power Conditioning & MV Uninterruptable Power Supplies (UPS) product lines
• Conducting performance review of chapter members collecting input from relevant stakeholders
• Ensuring team receives regular updates on new developments both on technical and R&D processes-related topics

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.

Qualifications

• A strong background in designing electromechanical solutions for electrical equipment, with a passion for solving complex engineering challenges
• Over 5 years of experience in R&D across electrical and mechanical systems, along with at least 3 years of experience guiding or leading development initiatives
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies is a plus, especially if you enjoy working in collaborative, cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated strengths in analytical thinking, technical consulting, and clear communication paired with a leadership style that empowers and supports others
• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or a related engineering field is required; a Master's degree is preferred
• Comfortable communicating in English in a professional and technical context

Benefits

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. 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.

About ABB

ABB Smart Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and manufacturing plants, critical infrastructure and commercial buildings. The Division's technical teams work closely with industry partners, delivering advanced solutions that support rapid growth, energy transition, and sustainability objectives. The Division's portfolio includes industrial circuit breakers, low-voltage systems, motor starting applications, and safety devices like switches and relays. Its Power Protection unit supports the world's largest data center companies with advanced energy-efficient UPS solutions. The Division's ABB Ability™ Energy Manager provides a scalable, easy-to-use platform that helps organizations save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.

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Why ABB

Working at ABB gives you the opportunity to contribute to a healthier and more prosperous world. Add to your story by joining a passionate team, focused on pushing the boundaries of technology to drive performance, shape new business models and find new ways of working that benefit our customers, partners and society. We want you to be proud of being part of ABB.

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We grow: We help our people succeed and develop, and we empower them to create their own careers at ABB. Our benefits, reward and development programs encompass a wide array of offerings.

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