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VFD Support Specialist II

ABB · New Berlin, WI · Remote available · Full time

Posted Oct 1, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

How do you troubleshoot over the phone when you cannot see the equipment?

What they are checking: Whether they can ask structured questions and guide someone step by step remotely.

Tell me about a complex problem you escalated to engineering. What did you include?

What they are checking: Whether they escalate with clear data so engineering can act fast.

What did you learn from a support case you would handle differently now?

What they are checking: Whether they reflect and grow, which builds the knowledge base support depends on.

What would you do

A frustrated customer insists the drive is defective, but you suspect installation. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can stay respectful and guide toward the real cause without blaming the customer.

You have five open cases and an urgent call comes in from a plant that is down. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they prioritize by customer impact while keeping other cases from going quiet.

About the work

A customer calls and says their drive shows an overvoltage fault when the motor slows down. What do you tell them?

What they are checking: Whether they know regenerative energy causes DC bus overvoltage and can suggest fixes like decel time or braking.

Walk me through how you would help a field tech set up Modbus or EtherNet/IP communication on a drive.

What they are checking: Whether they understand drive connectivity and control system integration, which the posting lists.

Explain three-phase power basics and what happens to a drive if one phase is lost.

What they are checking: Whether they understand input power well enough to diagnose supply problems.

How do you decide whether a failed drive qualifies for warranty?

What they are checking: Whether they can evaluate evidence fairly and work with the warranty team on replacements and labor.

How would you explain motor control wiring, like start-stop and speed reference, to a new customer?

What they are checking: Whether they can explain system control wiring simply and correctly.

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The full job description

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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: Technical Support Team Lead __ As a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) Support Specialist, you will be responsible for providing technical support to ABB Customers/ End users, Sales Channel, Product Management Teams, and ABB Drive Services. The area of technical support includes but is not limited to Variable Frequency Drives, 3 Phase Power, System Control Wiring, and Connectivity. The work model for the role is: Hybrid #LI-Hybrid in New Berlin, WI / Remote in the United States. #LI-Remote Your role and responsibilities: • Provide technical support via phone & email for common problems related to the application of Low Voltage Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs). This includes but isn't limited to assisting customers and field techs with commissioning, troubleshooting, and warranty evaluations. • Assist customers with drive programming, parameter configuration, communication, and integration with control systems • Collaborate with engineering, field service, sales, and product teams to resolve complex technical issues • Collaborate with the warranty team to initiate the fulfillment of warranty replacements and labor authorization for warranty repairs • Maintain detailed documentation of support cases, solutions, and best practices using Salesforce Case Management among other tools • Stay current with VFD technologies, software updates, and industry trends Our Team Dynamics Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there. Qualifications for the role: • Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of relevant Electrical, Technical experience OR associate’s degree and 6 years of relevant Electrical, Technical experience OR High School Diploma/GED and 8 years of relevant Electrical, Technical experience required. • Knowledge of how Variable Frequency Drives work, REQUIRED. • Have a firm understanding in the principles of electricity. Must be able to apply these principles in the troubleshooting of drives. • Ability to respond to inquiries from customers and communicate effectively in English, both verbal and written. Must be computer-literate. • Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US. Preferred Qualifications: • Knowledge of, or direct experience with motors, and/or control system wiring and communication protocols (Modbus, BACnet etc.) • Previous experience troubleshooting a technical product over the phone. More about us ABB Drive Products serves the industries and infrastructure segments with world-class drives and programmable logic controllers (PLC). With its products, global scale and local presence, the Division helps customers to improve energy efficiency, productivity and safety. What's in it for you We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger. ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762. Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com . Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner. While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $58,500 and $93,600 annually. ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees [excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico] Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on “Candidate/Guest” to learn more Health, Life & Disability • Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan. • Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus • Vision benefit • Company paid life insurance (2X base pay) • Company paid AD&D (1X base pay) • Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums • Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid • Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay. • Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance • Paid Parental Leave • Employee Assistance Program • Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption • Employee discount program Retirement • 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions • Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP) Time off ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions. 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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