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This Position reports to:
Engineering Manager

Your Role: Own the Challenge

As a Safety Engineer within ABB Marine & Ports in Västerås, you will be part of a global leader in sustainable marine and port technology. Our systems improve safety, efficiency, and environmental performance in ports and on vessels. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring our products and systems meet rigorous safety standards throughout their lifecycle-from design and development to installation and operation.

You will collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, software, and systems engineering teams to integrate safety engineering principles into innovative, reliable solutions for our customers worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead safety assessments and risk analysis activities in accordance with ISO12100 and ISO13849.
• Ensure compliance with relevant directives and standards including the Machine Directive (2006/42/EC), Machine Regulation (2023/1230), and EN15011 for gantry cranes.
• Support the design and development of safety-related control systems and processes.
• Oversee safety validation and verification efforts within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Collaborate across engineering disciplines to ensure safety is integrated into all aspects of our systems.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of safety processes, tools, and documentation.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulics, Software/Embedded, or Systems Engineering.
• Proven experience in industrial safety engineering, preferably within marine, ports, or heavy equipment sectors.
• Extensive knowledge and practical experience with safety standards and regulations such as:
  • ISO12100 (Risk Management)
  • ISO13849 (Control System Safety)
  • Machine Directive (2006/42/EC) & Regulation (2023/1230)
  • EN15011 (Gantry Cranes)
• Excellent communication skills with a collaborative mindset and the ability to work in cross-functional, multicultural teams.
• High level of integrity and a strong sense of responsibility for safety and compliance.

Why ABB?

We empower you to take the lead, share bold ideas, and shape real outcomes. You'll grow through hands-on experience, mentorship, and learning that fits your goals. Here, your work doesn't just matter, it moves things forward.

Guide the future. This is where innovation accelerates, industries are reimagined, and your impact powers the world ahead. Run What Runs the World.

More About Us

ABB Marine & Ports is pioneering sustainable solutions for marine vessels and port operations. With a focus on reducing emissions, improving safety, and increasing operational efficiency, we are shaping the future of maritime transportation. Located in Västerås, our team combines deep domain knowledge with the latest technology to develop world-class systems.

Recruiting Manager Mihai Nicolaescu. Union representatives: Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Blomqvist, +46 768 06 00 11; Ledarna: Leif Öhrberg, +46 724 64 40 16; Unionen: Krista Andersson, +46 706 44 02 85.

We look forward to reading your application in PDF format. Last day to apply is July 22. Please note that the during the summer months (June-August), we will not review any applicants, and you will probably not hear from us during this time. We will continue the recruitment process in the beginning of August!

Please note that to be eligible for employment at ABB Sweden, you will need to pass our pre-employment screening steps. This includes a reference check, a drug test, and could also include an extended background check.

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We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe.