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ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. By connecting its engineering and digitalization expertise, ABB helps industries run at high performance, while becoming more efficient, productive and sustainable so they outperform. At ABB, we call this ‘Engineered to Outrun’. The company has over 140 years of history and around 110,000 employees worldwide. ABB’s shares are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ABBN) and Nasdaq Stockholm (ABB).
We are now seeking an experienced and forward‑thinking Technical Advisory Manager -- Electrical to lead our Electrical team within the Technical Advisory Department. This is a key leadership role with responsibility for guiding technical direction, competence, and solution development that supports our market offerings.
You will report to the Local Division Head of Technical Advisory and collaborate closely with Sales,
Market &amp; Concept Development, and Engineering to ensure ABB presents strong, standardized, and competitive technical solutions to the market.
Your Responsibilities
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Proactively lead, develop, coach, and inspire the Sales Technical Advisory Electrical team.
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Adapt and implement the Electrical sales support strategy in alignment with local and global business strategies.
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Assign and allocate internal and external resources for technical support, bid work, and proposal preparation.
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Oversee cost estimations, bids, and proposals, ensuring quality, competitiveness, and compliance with ABB standards and targets.
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Drive standardization of technical solutions across sub‑segments in cooperation with Market &amp; Concept Development, Sales Segments, and Engineering.
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Work closely with Sales Segments and OPC to define and structure technical support tailored to each sub‑segment.
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Your Background
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Proven leadership skills and experience in developing people and teams.
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Strong technical understanding with deep knowledge of the Electrical discipline.
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Customer‑focused mindset with insight into evolving customer needs.
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Excellent communication skills in both Norwegian and English.
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Background in engineering and sales; familiarity with ABB’s portfolio is an advantage.
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Bachelor's degree or equivalent higher education.
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Personal Qualities
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Strong collaborative and interpersonal skills.
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Curious and committed to continuous learning for yourself and your team.
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Structured, clear, and concise in both written and verbal communication.
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Proactive in seeking new knowledge and understanding customer operations and processes.
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Creative problem-solver who enjoys thinking “outside the box.”
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Positive team player with a good sense of humor.
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Self-driven, ambitious, and solution oriented.
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High professional integrity.
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Why Join ABB?
At ABB, you will join a global pioneer in industrial technology and digitalization. You will work in a highly skilled environment where your expertise will shape future‑ready solutions and contribute to building a more sustainable and resilient industry. We offer professional development, international collaboration opportunities, and a culture that values innovation, people, and long-term growth.
Interested? Send us your CV via our career portal no later than April 8, 2026.
ABB is a supplier of critical infrastructure. Personnel safety is therefore important to ABB and our customers. In collaboration with Meditor, ABB in Norway conducts background checks on candidates who receive offers of employment. This is to ensure compliance with ABB’s guidelines for recruitment and personnel safety, as well as compliance with legal requirements related to trade sanctions. Candidates will be asked to provide relevant information.
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 https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

Are you motivated by turning customer needs into strong, competitive technical solutions?