Senior Technical Business Developer – Sub-transmission Products

About the role

ABB is looking for a Senior Technical Business Developer to lead customer engagement for its sub-transmission portfolio, focusing on 72.5–145 kV Dead Tank Circuit Breakers. The role sits within the Distribution Solutions division and reports to the Product Marketing Manager, Distribution Solutions, Grid Components, and functionally to the Global Portfolio Management of Grid Components. It is a hybrid position bridging product management and sales, and is remote, open to candidates anywhere in the US with preference for Cary, NC or Houston, TX.

Key responsibilities

• Drive U.S. sub-transmission market expansion by developing new utility, EPC and OEM opportunities, shaping go-to-market plans and securing product homologation.
• Act as the primary technical interface, leading configuration discussions, advanced feature evaluations and pre-sales solution design.
• Ensure IEEE/ANSI compliance, represent the company in industry bodies and help shape evolving technical specifications.
• Build strategic ecosystem partnerships and channel customer insights into product evolution, digital integration and sustainable SF6-free technology adoption.

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or another engineering field.
• 10+ years of experience in high voltage equipment, preferably circuit breakers or other key substation components.
• Deep understanding of sub-transmission applications and utility processes in the US.
• Proven experience in technical sales, product management or business development.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to travel up to 30%, domestic and international, which may be required.

Required skills

• Experience with vacuum interrupter technology and SF6-free solutions and regulation.
• Familiarity with IEEE/ANSI standards for high-voltage products.

What we offer

• Expected annual pay of $119,000 to $190,400, with eligibility for a short-term incentive plan and annual bonus.
• Medical, dental and vision plans, life insurance, disability coverage and supplemental benefits.
• 401(k) savings plan with company contributions and an Employee Stock Acquisition Plan.
• 11 paid holidays, vacation based on years of service, parental leave of up to 6 weeks and an Employee Assistance Program.