R&D Senior Engineer (80-100%)

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This position reports to

R&D Team Lead

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: #LI-Hybrid This role is contributing to the Energy Industries division in Switzerland. You will be mainly accountable for: • Developing and implementing test frameworks (HIL, vHIL) and validating control algorithms for optimal system performance and reliability. • Designing and refining feedback systems, control loops, and model-based solutions tailored to product and system requirements. • Analyzing test data, resolving system issues, and optimizing processes to ensure compliance with industry standards. • Working with cross-functional teams on cutting-edge technologies and ensuring alignment with regulatory and performance requirements.

Qualifications for the role

• Degree in Electrical Engineering with 5+ years of experience in Research & Development
• You are at ease communicating in English
• Proven experience in Python development and hands-on performance testing (vHIL, HIL).
• Proficiency in excitation domain testing, test framework maintenance, and control loop specifications.
• Expertise in UNITROL system development/maintenance, grid code compliance, and TSA project support (GCC, CPRI).
• Strong L4 support experience, software classification skills, and familiarity with excitation systems and applications (preferred).
• You’re eligible to work in Switzerland

More about us

ABB Energy Industries is enabling safe, smart and sustainable projects and operations for businesses across the oil, gas, chemicals, life sciences, power generation and water sectors. Driving integrated solutions that automate, digitalize and electrify industry we connect our people and technology to help our customers adapt and succeed. With over 50 years domain expertise, we continue to innovate and reshape traditional approaches across the energy sector with our technologies designed to improve operational efficiency, reduce risk, reduce energy consumption and waste. Are you ready to take off a new journey with ABB? This is your opportunity! We look forward to receiving your application. The recruiting process is being led by Ceren Oezen, Talent Partner at ABB Switzerland Ltd. If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com. ABB Data Privacy Statement: https://new.abb.com/privacy-notice/candidate