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Electrical Test Specialist

ABB


Job Location:

Hackettstown, NJ - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 83300 - 133280
Posted: 28 August 2026 (12 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 25 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At ABB we help industries run leaner and cleanerand every person here makes that happen. Youll 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:

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

In this role you will have the opportunity to optimize the Production organizations assembly methods processes and test equipment to minimize labor hours in accordance with business strategies related to quality efficiency costs and safety. Each day you will ensure appropriate production test methods cycle time equipment performance and materials/components in support of production targets. You will also showcase your expertise by defining the working phase sequence of a new production test process to achieve the targeted product cost and equipment investment budget.

The work model for the role is onsite in our Hackettstown NJ manufacturing facility. #LI-Onsite

You will be mainly accountable for:

  • Troubleshooting and diagnosing problems at the equipment level including electrical controls sensors instrumentation PLCs HMIs wiring motors actuators test circuits and mechanical interfaces.

  • Developing reviewing and approving test equipment designs including electrical schematics control systems instrumentation sensors safety circuits PLCs HMIs data acquisition and automated test sequences.

  • Collaborate with new and existing vendors to troubleshoot diagnose and resolve issues related to high-voltage test equipment ensuring optimal performance reliability and compliance with technical specifications as well as commissioning and validating custom test equipment.

  • Providing technical support during equipment installation startup and production implementation including developing action plans resolving startup issues and training Maintenance Engineering and Production personnel.

  • * Supporting Production and Maintenance by developing and maintaining electrical and controls documentation including schematics panel layouts I/O lists PLC programs HMI configurations test sequences equipment specifications and troubleshooting documentation.


Qualifications for the role:

  • B.S. in Engineering Science or Mechanical Technology; Electrical Engineer or Technician or related fields

  • 5 years in total in manufacturing or equivalent roles and environments; 3 years in developing/fabricating/processing electrical circuits

  • Computer literacy schematic design concepts and understanding of electrical diagrams and troubleshooting

  • Proven experience with wiring schematics controls sensors and HMI

  • Hands-on experience and approach to technical tasks

  • Experience with High Voltage and Corona Detection systems is preferred

  • English fluency is a must; Spanish is a plus.

  • Effective cross-communication skills self starter mentality and results orientation.

  • Candidates must already possess authorization to work for ABB in the US.

Whats in it for you

We give you the space to lead the support to grow and the chance to make a difference. Whether youre solving problems building something new or helping others succeed your impact is real. Youll be part of a team that values your voice and celebrates your progress.

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: 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-.

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABBs career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1- or by sending an email to . Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicants qualifications and experience this position is expected to pay between $83300 and $133280 annually.

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

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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

  • 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

Retirement

  • 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions

  • Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

Time off

ABB provides 11 paid holidays. 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. Thats why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

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