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 Engineer
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**Your role and responsibilities **
In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute significantly to successful project results in technology, software, product, and/or solution development, as well as associated Intellectual Property (IP). Each day, you will act as the first point of contact in Research and Development for specific product-related issues and maintenance. You will also showcase your expertise by identifying, proposing, and implementing innovative solutions.
The work model for the role is: hybrid.
This role is contributing to the Electrification Smart Power globally. Main stakeholders are R&D, Service, Sales Teams, and Customers.
You will be mainly accountable for
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Maintaining recognized expertise in a specific area by integrating the latest developments in technologies, tools, and methodologies into your work.
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Finding new ways of solving problems by following your ideas, creating hypotheses, and defining ways to validate them.
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Documenting work results (like findings, designs, or software), allowing others to maintain and improve them.
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Understanding and initiating IP generation in your area of specialization and participating in the project IP strategy development.
**Our team dynamics **
You will join a high performing team, where you will be able to thrive.
**Qualifications for the role **
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You are highly skilled and passionate in modeling and simulating electrical distribution networks, both in AC and DC, including Power Converters, Circuit Breakers, Fuses, etc.
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You have 5+ years of experience in Selectivity Analysis, Load Flows and Transients Analysis & Optimizations
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Experience in working as Senior Power Systems Architect with Computer-Aided Engineering tools
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You are qualified in MATLAB - Simulink, PSCAD, PowerFactory, PSS®E, EMTP-ATP, etc.
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Proven experience in Electrical Engineering (Power Electronic Systems)
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You are at ease communicating in English (Italian language considered as a plus)
What’s in it for you?
We empower you to take the lead, share bold ideas, and shape real outcomes. You’ll grow through hands-on experience, mentorship, and learning that fits your goals. Here, your work doesn’t just matter, it moves things forward
More about us
ABB Smart Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and manufacturing plants, critical infrastructure and commercial buildings. The Division’s technical teams work closely with industry partners, delivering advanced solutions that support rapid growth, energy transition, and sustainability objectives. The Division’s portfolio includes industrial circuit breakers, low-voltage systems, motor starting applications, and safety devices like switches and relays. Its Power Protection unit supports the world’s largest data center companies with advanced energy-efficient UPS solutions. The Division’s ABB Ability™ Energy Manager provides a scalable, easy-to-use platform that helps organizations save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.
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