Apprentice Field Service Engineer - ABB
Apprentice Field Service Engineer
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This is a position with grade
99
This position reports to
Service Operations Manager
Your role and responsibilities
In this role, you will have the opportunity to support business, collaborate with different teams, and contribute to the company's strategic objectives. 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. Training will be provided both locally in the UK and at our UPS factory in Quartino Switzerland.
The work model for the role is: #Onsite
This role is contributing to the Electrification, Smart Power UK division.
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.
- Participating in formal training to develop personal and leadership skills in preparation for future professional roles..
- Contributing to diverse social events and team activities and using the chance to establish a broad network within ABB.
- 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.
- Full Clean Driving License as travel to customer and ABB sites will be required as part of the role.
- Learn from highly experienced, genuine, and caring colleagues – people who are committed to helping you achieve your personal and professional goals.
- Get exposed to cutting-edge technology in Electrification and have a visible impact on the future
- Enjoy a supportive and solution driven team environment
More about us
As part of our dedication to our employees, ABB UK offers an attractive array of benefits which include:
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Competitive contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Flexible benefits scheme (Includes options to buy/sell holidays, health checks, dental, eye care, gym memberships, cycle to work, gadget discounts and more)
- Internal mobility opportunities, mentorships & access to projects globally
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Generous employee referral scheme
For the 5th consecutive year ABB is 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.
ABB Smart Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial andmanufacturing plants, critical infrastructure and commercial buildings. The Division’s technical teams
work closely with industry partners, delivering advanced solutions that support rapid growth, energy
transition, and sustainability objectives. The Division’s portfolio includes industrial circuit breakers, low-voltage systems, motor starting applications, and safety devices like switches and relays. Its Power Protection unit supports the world’s largest data center companies with advanced energy-efficient UPS solutions.The Division’s ABB Ability™ Energy Manager provides a scalable, easy-to-use platform that helps organizations save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.