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RELAY SYSTEMS ENGINEER

ABB Inc.
life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, short term disability, long term disability, 401(k), employee discount
United States, South Carolina, Florence
2300 Mechanicsville Rd (Show on map)
May 05, 2026
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 __ Job Description Working as A Relays System Engineer, you will serve as the technical authority for Solid-State (SS) and Electromechanical (EM) relays within the product line. This role is focused on product sustainment, technical ownership, and problem resolution, rather than new product design. You will ensure the reliability and proper application of relay systems by combining fundamental understanding of relay operation with hands-on troubleshooting, failure analysis, and team training. You will act as the primary technical point of contact across manufacturing, testing, quality, supply chain, and customer support, ensuring consistent and technically sound decisions. The work model for the role is: #LI-onsite, Florence, SC. Core Responsibilities. Act as the technical authority for EM and SS relay products, supporting technical decisions and issue resolution throughout the product lifecycle Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis of relay-related issues across production, testing, and field applications Maintain, update, and release engineering specifications, technical data, and documentation for relay products Maintain and release Bills of Materials (BOMs); ensure accuracy of engineering data and databases Communicate engineering changes using the ECR-ECO-ECN process Analyze and resolve issues related to: Relay operation and behavior Wiring and control circuits Electromechanical components (coils, contacts, magnetic systems) Solid-state components and switching behavior Cross Functional Technical Support Serve as the primary technical point of contact for: Manufacturing, Testing, Quality, Supply chain, Internal and External customers Provide technical guidance to testing and manufacturing teams to improve troubleshooting capability and reduce recurring issues Support manufacturing and testing, activities by providing timely and practical engineering solutions. Develop and deliver training on relay fundamentals and troubleshooting methodologies Create standard troubleshooting guides and technical documentation Support capability building of testing and production teams to improve first-time resolution of issues Work with Supply Chain to evaluate and qualify alternate materials or components for legacy products (obsolescence, availability, cost) Collaborate with Testing and Quality to define and maintain test specifications and acceptance criteria. License to Operate / Core Values Reports any integrity, compliance, safety, cybersecurity, quality, contract, program, and cost issues to the management and / or project manager(s) for resolution. Ensures that engineering activities and deliverables comply with safety regulations and cybersecurity regulations and standards and contractual requirements. Ensures that Bill of Materials (BOM) for the project meets contractual obligations. Identifies and implements change / variation requests based on the approval from project manager. Ensures the project meets the technical requirements of the contract and is technically completed as part of contract closure activities. Key Skills and Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronic Engineering or related field. Proven experience in: Troubleshooting control circuits and relay systems Reading and interpreting electrical schematics and wiring diagrams Strong understanding of: Electromechanical relay principles (coils, magnetic systems, contacts) Basic electronics and solid-state switching devices Strong communication and technical training skills Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Engineering Experience with electromechanical and solid-state relays in industrial applications Knowledge of protection relay applications and basic coordination concepts Familiarity with relay testing equipment (e.g., Omicron or equivalent) Experience supporting legacy product sustainment or obsolescence management 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. 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 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 1-888-694-7762. 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 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner. ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on "Candidate/Guest" to learn more Health, Life & Disability 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 Parental Leave - up to 6 weeks Employee Assistance Program Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption Employee discount program Retirement 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP) Time off ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions. 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 https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe. 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.