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R&D Senior Engineer

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Job Description - R&D Senior Engineer

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:

R&D Manager Critical Power

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Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute your creativity and technical knowledge to the development of new and innovative solutions. You will be responsible for product development in the field of high-performance miniature circuit breakers, including conducting preliminary studies, planning, evaluating and developing key product features that require broad technical knowledge


The working model for the role is: onsite

They are mainly responsible for:

  • Coordinate tasks involving employees from other departments to investigate problems, develop solutions, and make recommendations in the role of senior engineer or project manager

  • Analysis of technical and economic aspects of proposed solutions to support decision-making

  • Proactively identify and execute tasks to improve operations, reduce costs, and increase customer satisfaction

  • Developing, planning, implementing and coordinating recommendations for studies to promote innovation

  • Representation of the organization at international meetings; Interact with customers to resolve key technical issues and develop appropriate action plans

  • This position reports to the R&D Platform Owner High Performance MCB's

Qualifications for the role

  • Bachelor's or master’s degree in electrical engineering/Mechatronics or a related field

  • At least 5 years of experience as a development engineer or design engineer

  • Strong technical knowledge in the following areas:

  • Mechanical and electrical systems of low-voltage products

  • Design of mechanical and electrical interfaces

  • Construction of plastic and metal parts

  • Manual and automated assembly processes for components in low-voltage technology

  • Good understanding of project management methodologies with proven experience

  • Good knowledge of the use of CAD software, preferably Solidworks

  • Strong written and spoken communication skills (German and English)

  • Experience working with global suppliers, manufacturing and engineering resources

More about us

ABB Smart Buildings digitizes commercial, industrial and residential buildings for the highest levels of comfort, efficiency, safety and protection – and increases the quality of life in buildings of the future through safe, intelligent and sustainable electrification solutions, services and products.

We look forward to receiving your application! The recruitment process is led by Reto Korstick, Talent Partner ABB Switzerland. To learn more about ABB, visit our website at www.abb.com.

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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Abb Ltd

Ergonomic furniture, operations control center interiors, specially designed for 24/7 industries like transport, oil & gas, power generation, mining, manufacturing or police, fire & ambulance services.

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