Product Specialist

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Sales Manager

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Product Specialist

The medium voltage switchgear factory in Skien Norway develops and produce ring main units (RMU), compact switchgear used in electrical distribution network (12-36kV). The product specialist team plays an important role in optimizing product positions across the product life cycle.  

The team will drive activities for product portfolio in cooperation with the local and global product management team and the sales team. Support business results by overseeing all steps in the product, system or service life cycle including development, launch, maintenance, pricing, and profitability.

Key responsibilities

• Support customers and colleagues with technical and application know-how and assists in the resolution of customer and product related issues. 

• Collaborates with internal teams (i.e. manufacturing, quality, engineering, technology center, sales, logistics) to ensure customer satisfaction. 

• Tendering support and identifying requests for new features or components. 

• Identify, assign and follow up product related improvement and contribute to bringing these ideas to completion. 

• Prepares various technical or economic analyses by own and competitors’ product. 

• Collaborate with internal teams to share data as needed. 

• Creates together with Product Management external and internal product training modules and programs.  

Your background

• University degree (Bachelor) / Technical College (electrical or relevant). 

• It is beneficial with experience within MV Switchgears or Automation. 

• Relevant experience is valued and may compensate for the lack of formal education. 

• Fluency in both Norwegian and English (verbal and written). 

 At ABB, you’re not just taking a job — you’re gaining an opportunity to grow. We place great emphasis on personal and career development, offering an inclusive and flexible work environment where you can thrive. We believe that diversity is key to creating innovative solutions! 

With us, you will get: 

• The opportunity to work in an international company with engaging projects. 

• Focus on your personal development and career opportunities. 

• A collaborative work environment with an emphasis on collaboration and diversity. 

• Competitive salary, along with comprehensive insurance and pension plans. 

• Access to on-site fitness facilities, corporate sports activities and company cabins. 

• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. 

Location: Skien

Application dead-line: 24.03.2026

If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact Arne Solbakken phone; 478 28 463.

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.

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