Dev Global Jobs
Engineering

Project Engineer

ABB ABVästerås, SwedenFull-timeSalary not listed · Typical pay in SwedenPosted Oct 28, 2026Closes Nov 12, 2026
Job description

About the role

Full text from the employer, as published on Arbetsförmedlingen (JobTech), arranged into sections. Nothing added or removed.

På ABB hjälper vi industrier att bli mer resurseffektiva och renare, och varje person här bidrar till resultaten. Du kommer att få möjlighet att leda, få stöd att växa och kunna vara stolt över den påverkan vi skapar tillsammans. Gå med oss och hjälp till att driva det som driver världen.

01Denna position rapporterar till

Engineering Manager

__

02Your Role and Responsibilities

Are you ready to take on a key role in delivering cutting-edge automation solutions? We’re looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to take ownership of electrical design solutions in our global delivery projects for advanced automated port systems. In this crucial role, you’ll play a vital part in ensuring seamless project execution while meeting customer requirements with precision and excellence.

Your responsibilities include:

  • Create detailed electrical designs, including plant circuit diagrams, panel layouts, parts lists, and other essential manufacturing documents. This role involves working with driveline systems, automation equipment, and both MV and LV switchgears.
  • Provide technical recommendations throughout the entire project lifecycle, from design and engineering to inspection, installation, and commissioning, ensuring compliance with process requirements and standards.
  • Participate in technical reviews and discussions with customers, partners, subcontractors, and vendors to refine and optimize designs.
  • Collaborate with engineering colleagues across various projects and disciplines, sharing best practices and fostering continuous improvement.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues for customers both remotely and on-site, domestically and internationally, delivering expert solutions.
  • Ensure outstanding customer service at every stage of the project, maintaining and enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Uphold ABB’s core values by prioritizing safety and integrity, taking responsibility for your actions, and supporting colleagues and the business.

03Qualifications for the Role

  • A relevant education combined with at least 1-3 years of work experience.
  • Experience with electrical design tools such as EPLAN, Engineering Base, or similar.
  • Experience in plant engineering is a plus.
  • Proficiency in English is required, while Swedish is preferred but not mandatory.
  • A self-motivated, curious, and driven team player with strong collaboration skills.

04What’s in it for you?

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.

05More about us

Recruiting Manager: Alexander Wiklund, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Johan Halling, , Unionen: Pär Ångbäck, , Ledarna: Olof Kvensler, . Talent Partner: Anna Nordlund.

We look forward to reading your application in PDF format. Last day to apply is November 13, 2026. Please note that the interview process is ongoing, apply now to secure your spot in the recruitment process!

Please note that to be eligible for employment at ABB Sweden, you will need to pass our pre-employment screening steps. This includes a reference check, a drug test, and could also include an extended background check.

We kindly decline direct contact with staffing and recruitment agencies as well as sellers of additional job advertisements.

För att bygga en renare och smartare framtid krävs alla sorters människor: de nyfikna, de modiga och de kreativa. Därför välkomnar vi människor med alla bakgrunder och erfarenheter.

Är du redo att göra skillnad?

Ansök idag eller besök https://www.abb.com för att lära dig mer om hur våra lösningar påverkar hela världen.

Only on Dev Global Jobs

DGJ Insight

Our own data about this role and place, from official statistics and our live job index.

Updated Oct 28, 2026
Pay benchmark
Average wage, Sweden
SEK 546,171 average / year

Source: OECD Average annual wages, 2025

Cost of living · Sweden
78.4 vs New York = 100

UN living-cost index for Sweden (ICSC post adjustment 37.6), as of 1 Oct 2026.

Source: ICSC post adjustment classifications (icsc.un.org)

Work permit route
  • Work permit: Job offer with terms equal to Swedish collective agreements; new salary threshold
  • EU Blue Card: Degree and salary threshold
  • Job seeker permit for highly qualified: Advanced degree, up to 9 months

Official routes: Swedish Migration Agency

CSI

Ask CSI about this job

Answers link to jobs and tools on Dev Global Jobs.

Get jobs like this

The best new matches, once a week. Free, one click to stop.

Community

Review Dev Global Jobs

Used this site to find a job? Tell other job seekers what worked and what did not.

Write a review on TrustpilotIt takes about two minutes↗