Automation Engineer - Marine Pilot Control (MPC)

At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions. That's our story. Make it your story.

This position reports to

Engineering Manager

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to deep dive into ABBs Marine Pilot Control (MPC) applications. You’ll be at the forefront of marine automation, contributing to the delivery of advanced MPC systems for vessels. You’ll combine your technical expertise with customer-focused problem-solving to deliver high-quality solutions for global projects. This role is located in Vuosaari, Helsinki. You will be mainly accountable for: • Software development (Python, C++) • Hardware and software setup, configuration and testing of customer projects • System behavior testing • Customer service, support and communication • Running Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Harbor Acceptance Tests (HAT) and Sea Trial (ST) tests for customers

Qualifications for the role

• Knowledge of PLCs, specifically B&R
• Experience with Python and C++ programming
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings
• Understanding of automation communication interfaces (CAN, Modbus, Serial)
• Basic knowledge of sensors and sensor signals (e.g., GPS, IMU)
• Familiarity with Git, Jira, and/or Azure
• Testing experience, running FATs, HATs, SATs
• Ability to travel, working together with customers and other stakeholders on site
• Good communication skills

More about us

At ABB Marine & Ports, we are committed to transforming our customers' vessels and terminal operations with innovative electric, automated, and digital technologies. As part of enabling a low-carbon society, we strive to preserve resources and promote social progress. Our sustainable solutions have a far-reaching impact, and by joining us you will actively play a part in contributing to a more sustainable future. www.abb.com/news We offer an international and dynamic working environment where our business delivers advanced technology in large projects across the world in a customer-oriented and highly globalized industry. We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe. #MyABBStory Our culture and benefits reflect our values: courage, care, curiosity and collaboration. The most appreciated benefits according to our personnel are at the moment e.g. an annual performance bonus, employee share acquisition program, continuous learning opportunities, bicycle and other wellbeing and family benefits. For more information, please contact Engineering Manager Robert Schonfelder, tel +358503359346. Best available on 29.11 at 13-14 and 5.12 at 13-14. Interested in joining the crew? Please apply for the position by December 15, 2024. We look forward to receiving your application. The work model for the role is: #LI-onsite