Apprentice Field Service Engineer

Take your next career step at ABB with a global team that is energizing the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future. At ABB, we have the clear goal of driving diversity and inclusion across all dimensions: gender, LGBTQ+, abilities, ethnicity and generations. Together, we are embarking on a journey where each and every one of us, individually and collectively, welcomes and celebrates individual differences.

We are looking for an energetic and enthusiastic person to work in the UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) division of our field services team. We have a highly qualified and experienced team of engineers and are now looking to train the next generation of field service engineers through our 4-year apprenticeship scheme. Training will be provided both locally in the UK and at our UPS factory in Quartino Switzerland.

Your responsibilities

• You will be highly trained to work in the fast-paced Uninterruptible Power Supply market supporting ABB equipment installed base.
• The initial training will be broad based and give a solid foundation in electrical / electronic engineering and understanding of the ABB business and approach to the market.
• Upon completion of the apprenticeship, you will be proficient in the following areas: Commissioning and start-up, Maintenance activities, Diagnostics & repair, Battery technologies and Understanding 3 phase and 1 phase electrical systems.

Your background

• Hold a genuine interest in electrical/electronic engineering and a career in the engineering sector.
• GCSE grade 4 an above in 6 subjects, must have Maths and English, A Levels or equivalent BTEC National Diploma.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Be able to work independently and as part of team with a logical and problem-solving mindset.

More about us

ABB Smart Power is a global technology leader, with products and solutions that make power supplies smart, connected and protected. Its intelligent products and solutions make power more competitive by improving the energy efficiency, productivity and reliability of almost any operation. Working with customers to ensure our products and systems provide maximum performance, our Service teams solve a wide variety of key industrial challenges. We increase productivity and reliability, lengthen product life span and improve safety. Critically, we also reduce costs, energy consumption and emissions. For the 3rd year running ABB UK has been recognised as a Top Employer in UK. Being certified as a Top Employer showcases an organisation’s dedication to a better world of work and exhibits this through excellent HR policies and people practices. We look forward to receiving your application (documents submitted in English are appreciated). If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com. Work model: on site #LI-onsite