Company: ABB Uganda and Tanzania
Location: Uganda
Type: Full-time
Deadline: 20/07/2024
About the Program:
ABB Uganda and Tanzania understands that young talent is the future, and we strive to recruit and develop young talent by providing the best working and learning environment that allows us to write the future together. Working for ABB Southern Africa cluster as a Trainee, you will gain hands-on experience in one of the leading Engineering, Technology, and Innovation companies in the world and an opportunity to develop your skills beyond what you have learned in class.
This position reports to:
Country HR Manager
Role and Responsibilities:
All our Young Talent Programs are based on the 70:20:10 Model of Learning and Development:
- Hands-on (70%)
- Asking questions (20%)
- Classroom (10%)
We understand that the world of work has changed and will continue to change. To keep up with the pace and progress within the organization, you will need more than just Hard Skills (Technical). Hence, during your time at ABB Uganda and Tanzania, we will equip you with Soft Skills that will enable you to connect, create your identity, and promote yourself in any working environment.
In addition to formally learning about our products through our online Learning Management System and face-to-face classroom training (10%), you will spend most of your time working with our actual products and systems (70%). You will also be exposed to industry experts and leaders who will be available to answer your questions and provide career guidance (20%).
For the 2024 Intake, we are looking for graduates in the following areas:
- Electrical Engineering: Exposure to Testing of Switchgear in all areas; Primary, Secondary, Modular, and commissioning, as well as electrical and mechanical designs for switchgears.
- Mechanical Engineering: Exposure to basic design, electrical and mechanical workings of Electrical Motors.
- Control and Instrumentation: Exposure to working with Control Systems, Field Instrumentation and Actuators, and the Design and Commissioning of Distributed Control Systems (DCS).
- Industrial Engineering: Exposure and learning from our Factory Operations, Time Studies, and Process Improvements.
- Computer Engineering/Mechatronics: Exposure across the business to drive the development and promotion of the 4th Industrial Revolution – ABB Ability.
A critical part of ABB’s operating philosophy is safety and integrity; living ABB’s core values means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.
Qualifications for the Role:
- Masters, BSc, B-tech, or Diploma in Electrical, Mechatronics, Mechanical, Industrial & Computer Engineering.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to problem solve, be creative and innovative.
- Interpersonal skills that complement leadership skills with high self-confidence and a hunger to learn.
More About Us:
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. #MyABBStory
Publication ID: UG92529286_E1
Click to Apply: ABB – Jobs in Uganda
About ABB Uganda: ABB (ABBN: SIX Swiss Ex) is a leading global technology company that energizes the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future. By connecting software to its electrification, robotics, automation, and motion portfolio, ABB pushes the boundaries of technology to drive performance to new levels. With a history of excellence stretching back more than 130 years, ABB’s success is driven by about 110,000 talented employees in over 100 countries. Visit www.abb.com for more information
