Field Application Engineer

ABB

. Operate as the Sr. Field Application Engineer for ABB’s Electrification business within the Eastern PA and DE trade areas . Serve as technical lead for consulting engineers, end users, EPC and design-build customers .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timePhiladelphia • Pennsylvania • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electrical distribution systems, including MV/LV switchgear, switchboards, and transformers, while effectively communicating complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders. Proven ability to collaborate with engineers and customers to deliver tailored solutions and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electrical Engineering DegreeMV/LV Switchgear ProficiencyArc Flash Mitigation KnowledgePublic Speaking SkillsPE Certification

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Hard Skills

Electrical Distribution SystemsShort Circuit AnalysisCoordination StudiesProduct SelectionValue Engineering

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsTechnical Issue ResolutionCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

SKMEasy Power

Certifications & Qualifications

PE Certification

Industry Keywords

ANSIIEEENECNEMANFPA 70EULElectrical Power SystemsConsulting EngineersEPCDesign-Build

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Flash

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate as the Sr. Field Application Engineer for ABB’s Electrification business within the Eastern PA and DE trade areas
Serve as technical lead for consulting engineers, end users, EPC and design-build customers
Ensure ABB products and solutions achieve preferred/acceptable manufacturer status in project specifications
Collaborate with consultant, end user, utility and EPC/DBC engineers to define electrical project needs
Supply design assistance, product selection, value engineering, budgeting and education on ABB solutions
Work closely with the local sales team
Act as local product expert for MV/LV switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, transformers, motor control, power monitoring and circuit breakers
Illustrate the benefits of short circuit, coordination and arc flash mitigation concepts using SKM or Easy Power
Educate customers and articulate complex technical concepts to engineers, contractors and users
Participate in and engage in developing papers for IEEE and other industry events/conferences
Bring customer feedback on new product opportunities, product gaps and market trends to commercial and product management leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. degree in engineering, preferably electrical, with a minimum of 8+ years of experience in the electrical distribution industry OR a master’s degree in engineering with 4+ years of experience in the same
Knowledge of industry codes and standards: ANSI, IEEE, NEC, NEMA, NFPA 70E, UL
Previous field, plant or design engineering in electrical power systems at major oil and gas companies, electric utilities or industrial facilities
Proficiency applying MV/LV switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, transformers and arc flash mitigation technologies
Strong knowledge of short circuit, coordination and arc flash mitigation concepts
Ability to use tools such as SKM or Easy Power
Strong public speaking skills and ability to develop and articulate complex technical concepts
Strong interpersonal skills; able to consider multiple viewpoints and resolve technical issues
Fluent in English, speaking and writing
Candidates must already have work authorization permitting them to work for ABB in the US
PE certification is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
11 paid holidays
Vacation under a permissive time away policy for salaried exempt positions
Continuous learning and support tailored to employee goals