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ABB

Electrical Technical Advisor – Solution Architect

ABB

Electrical Technical Advisor (Solution Architect) supporting sales with technical electrical solutions at ABB's UK division. Engages with customers and delivers compliant solutions.

Posted 7/1/2026full-time🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Act as the Main Technical Authority for Electrical Solutions
  • Lead all technical engagement by providing deep electrical expertise across customer interactions and internal teams, while consistently demonstrating ABB’s leadership in electrical solutions.
  • Develop the Most Competitive and Compliant Solutions
  • Architect the complete Electrical solution using ABB and third-party products and systems in response to RFQs.
  • Estimate engineering effort, identify and assess project risks and collaborate with Sales Manager, Bid Managers, Operations and other Local Units and Divisions to deliver the most competitive and compliant solutions.
  • Produce High-Quality Technical Offers
  • Prepare compelling, customer-focused technical offers that clearly articulate the proposed solution, demonstrate its value, and position ABB strongly to win the opportunity.
  • Drive Continuous Improvement and Innovation
  • Evaluate ABB and third‑party solutions and work closely with Supply Chain to enhance competitiveness and profitability through effective discount strategies.
  • Take a leading role in improving efficiency by capturing lessons learned and driving enhancements to processes and tools.

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Knowledge of electrical equipment such distribution HV Switchgears, MV Switchgears, LV Switchgear, LV Distribution Boards, UPS, Transformers, Packaged substations, Drives and Motors, E-House.
  • Knowledge of integration of electrical system with control and telecom system is a plus.
  • Knowledge of Electrical integration to Control System is a plus.
  • Reading/ Creating electrical system modelling in ETAP/ Powerfactory.
  • Creating substation/ E-house / Modular LER layouts.
  • Able to interpret HVAC, Fire and Gas detection, Fire Suppression, Cabling and Civil requirements.
  • Demonstrates strong safety and integrity leadership.
  • Exhibits strong commercial acumen.
  • Results‑oriented with a “get‑it‑done” mindset; well‑organised, able to prioritise effectively, manage multiple tasks, and apply pragmatic problem‑solving with a systems‑thinking approach.
  • Shows strong attention to detail while maintaining a holistic view of the overall solution and objectives.
  • Takes strong ownership; personable, dependable, and trusted by stakeholders.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to confidently convey technical expertise in customer‑facing interactions.
  • Fluency in English is essential.
  • Able to build strong working relationships both internally and externally.
  • Proven ability to collaborate cross‑functionally within own unit and across the wider organisation.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive salary
  • 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
  • Company car or cash for car allowance
  • Private medical cover
  • Generous bonus scheme

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Hard Skills & Tools
HV SwitchgearMV SwitchgearLV SwitchgearElectrical System ModellingETAPPowerfactorySubstation LayoutsE-House DesignHVAC InterpretationCabling Requirements
Soft Skills
Results-OrientedOrganizational SkillsProblem-SolvingAttention to DetailInterpersonal Skills