ABB

Technical Lead ABB Ports Service

Sweden · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerABB
LocationSweden
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted8 Oct 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:

Service Operations Manager

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to act as the Technical Lead for engineering activities in service commitments. Working closely with project management, SW & HW designers and service team, you will ensure that our automation solutions are thoroughly designed, tested, commissioned, and performing according to customer requirements in an efficient and cost-effective manner.

You will be mainly accountable for:

Contribute to the design, configuration, and verification of advanced automation and control systems.
Perform functional testing and validation activities in a simulated test environment before deployment.
Plan, coordinate, and execute commissioning and start-up activities at customer sites to ensure smooth project delivery.
Collaborate with customers, consultants, and internal stakeholders to identify technical solutions and address project requirements.
Ensure delivery quality by adhering to contractual commitments, industry standards, and health & safety regulations.
Investigate and resolve technical challenges throughout the engineering, testing, and commissioning phases.
Support continuous improvement initiatives by sharing lessons learned and best practices across projects.

Show full description

The role includes some international travel and offers the opportunity to work on exciting projects in a global and highly collaborative environment.

Your background:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
Strong communication skills in Swedish and English, both written and spoken.
Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, electrical schematics, and system architectures.
Interest in industrial automation, control systems, and complex technical solutions.
Willingness and flexibility to travel internationally as part of the role.
Experience with PLC programming and industrial automation systems is considered an advantage.
Experience with drives, motion control systems, or commissioning activities is beneficial.

What’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.

More about us

You will be part of the Ports business line within the Marine and Ports division that is specialized in advanced automation and information systems for all types of container and bulk cargo handling cranes, as well as OCR and electrical systems for container terminals. We offer an international and dynamic working environment where our business delivers advanced technology on large projects across the world in a customer oriented and highly globalized industry.

Recruiting Manager: Joel Eklund, +46 73 078 88 77, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Johan Halling, +46 72-461 25 17, Unionen: Pär Ångbäck, +46 70-636 07 04, Ledarna: Olof Kvensler, +46 70-588 91 52. Talent Partner: Anna Nordlund

We look forward to reading your application in PDF format. Last day to apply is November 1, 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.

Join us. Be part of the team where progress happens, industries transform, and your work shapes the world. Run What Runs the World.

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.

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