Engineering Manager (ECIS)

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: Operations Manager __ Your role and responsibilities In this role, you will have the opportunity to manage a team of designers/engineers to deliver high quality, cost effective, and timely engineering solutions to customers. Each day, you will formulate plans and allocate resources to meet the agreed contractual and financial targets. You will also showcase your expertise by initiating, coordinating, driving, and overseeing team development and continual improvement of processes and procedures to strengthen the engineering and design capability. The work model for the role is: Hybrid This role is contributing to the Automation Process Industries in South Africa. Main stakeholders are AUPI team project and service. You will be mainly accountable for: Providing direction to the engineering team with a focus on functional safety, cybersecurity, on time delivery, quality, and margin improvement. Ensuring the projects/ operations value chain portfolio follow sound methodology and execution practices in accordance with internal standard procedures and that the projects are closed as per the contract specifications. Initiating, coordinating, driving, and overseeing continual improvement of processes and procedures to strengthen the engineering / design capability and efficiency, utilize agile methodologies to reduce engineering lead time, and enhance functional safety and cybersecurity. Driving team performance to ensure that the deliverables are met on time and as per the set contract specifications and safety, cyber security, and quality requirements. Our team dynamics You will join a. dynamic, talented, high performing team, where you will be able to thrive. Qualifications for the role You enjoy working with Engineering Resource assignments, team competency development, projects engineering, service engineering and sales support and the Materials & Mining, Metals & Power Conversions, Pulp and Paper Process Industries market You have 5 years of experience in Electrical or Electronic Engineering Possess an enhanced knowledge of ABB electrification and automation products and services You are passionate about engineering resource management Degree in Engineering, proven experience of electrical, electronic and software engineering practices You are at ease communicating in English You hold current driver’s license valid in South Africa What’s in it for you? We want you to bring your full self to work on your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates an impact you can see and feel, every day. Benefits From well-being to retirement, ABB offers benefits that support every stage of your career. More about us We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe. #MyABBStory Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups, including people with disabilities, in line with the company’s Employment Equity Plan and Employment Equity Act requirements. 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 to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.