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In this role, you will have the opportunity to support the Maintenance team. Each day, you will conduct activities according to agreed maintenance guidelines and procedures. You will also showcase your expertise by increasing the overall efficiency of the equipment and production line. 

The work model for the role is Onsite.  

This role is contributing to the Smart Power division in Arecibo, Puerto Rico. 

You will be mainly accountable for: 

• Responding to emergencies/breakdowns. 

• Setting calibration and adjusting equipment, machinery, and instruments to comply with production specifications and instructions. 

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical systems, machinery, and production equipment. 

• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical faults, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions. 

• Install, repair, and replace electrical components such as motors, sensors, drives, switches, relays, circuit breakers, and control panels. 

• Read and interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and automation schematics. 

• Carry out electrical testing, calibration, and commissioning activities to ensure equipment performance and compliance with specifications. 

• Support troubleshooting activities on PLC-controlled systems and industrial automation equipment. 
• Able to work on any of our 3 production shifts.

Our team dynamics: 

You will join a dynamic, talented, collaborative and high performing team, where you will be able to thrive.

Qualifications for the role  

• Technical diploma in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Automation or a related field. 

• 2-5 years of manufacturing experience
• Basic knowledge of the English language. 

• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and standard computer applications. 

• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation. 

• Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding skills on electrical and automation systems. 

• Knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motors, inverters, sensors, and PLC fundamentals. 

• Familiarity with electrical safety regulations and lockout/tagout procedures. 

• Strong commitment, reliability, problem-solving attitude, and willingness to learn. 

• Availability to work night shifts, weekends, and on a continuous shift schedule if required. 
• Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

More about us

ABB Smart Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and manufacturing 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.

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