Technical Design Manager
Houston, MS - USA
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:
US Director of Field Application EngineeringThe successful candidate will operate as the Technical Design Manager (TDM) for the Electrification business of ABB Electrification across the this role you be responsible for developing the relationships at the 10 largest Design firms in the US ensuring ABB products and solutions achieve a preferred/ acceptable manufacturer status in project specifications and designs.
You will work closely with the sales team and local Field Application Engineers (FAEs) and must be proficient applying MV/LV switchgear switchboards panelboards transformers and arc flash mitigation technologies. This support will extend to all markets such as but not limited to healthcare data center semiconductor industrial utility and commercial construction.
This position is open for remote work with a preference for those located near Houston Dallas or Kansas City to be geographically located near to key Design Firms. #LI-Remote
Key responsibilities for this position:
Manage technical relationships and serve as the primary point of contact for 10 strategically designated Design firm headquarters accounts. Build and maintain long-term partnerships with key decision-makers technical leads and engineers to position ABB competitively within each firm.
Develop and execute comprehensive account growth strategies identifying new opportunities to expand ABBs footprint within each assigned firm. Own and manage budget targets for ABB project designs monitoring account performance against revenue goals across all assigned accounts. Ensure consistency in technical messaging and account approach across regional boundaries supporting FAEs with escalations and complex customer challenges.
Provide technical consultation and engineering guidance to customer teams during the design and specification phases of projects. Support proposal development design reviews and technical presentations at the headquarters level responding to complex technical inquiries and coordinating solutions across ABB business units.
Lead and mentor Field Application Engineers (FAEs) across multiple US locations sharing best practices technical knowledge and account intelligence to elevate FAE effectiveness. Align with the sales EPC team to drive coordinated account development strategies and maximize ABBs presence within assigned firms. Collaborate cross-functionally across ABB internal teams and business units to deliver integrated competitive solutions that drive customer value and revenue growth.
Qualifications for the role:
B.S. degree in engineering; preferably electrical with a minimum of eight (8) years of experience in the electrical distribution industry.
Strong interpersonal skills. Able to consider multiple viewpoints and resolve technical issues.
Enjoy problem solving and new customer development.
Self-starter - accountable for results and able to work without detailed direction.
Capability to establish and nurture partnership relationships with the regional engineering consulting community is required
Candidates must already possess authorization to work for ABB in the US.
Preferred Experience :
Previous field plant or design engineering in electrical power systems at major oil and gas companies electric utilities or industrial facilities.
Knowledge of industry codes and standards; ANSI IEEE NEC NEMA NFPA 70E UL.
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.
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While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicants qualifications and experience this position is expected to pay between $119000 and $190400 annually and is eligible for a short-term incentive plan/annual bonus.
ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees
excludes ABB E-mobility Athens union Puerto Rico
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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 exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
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About Company
ABB's Electrification business offers a wide-ranging portfolio of products, digital solutions and services, from substation to socket, enabling safe, smart and sustainable electrification. Offerings encompass digital and connected innovations for low- and medium-voltage, including EV ... View more