R&D Engineer

R&D Engineer

At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions.

This position reports to

R&D Team Lead

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to ABB’s success with technology, software, product, and system development. Each day, you will identify and implement innovative solutions to relevant problems. You will also showcase your expertise by providing ideas and working both independently and as a part of a Research & Development (R&D) team, developing and integrating embedded electronics for advanced Medium Voltage circuit in our Electrification business. The work model for the role is: #LI-Hybrid. This role is contributing to the R&D – Circuit Breaker Team for Electrification Business in Dalmine (BG).

You will be mainly accountable for:

1. Realizing/contributing to the HW design of architecture and technical details, circuit simulation and the development of electronic project which primarily require knowledge of analog, power supply and power electronics.
2. Taking care of the design optimization by identification of technical, architectural and circuitry solutions, exploiting the highest integration with the rest of product (mechanical parts, control and sensors).
3. Running prototype development, implementing executive drawings and all-project documentation (from pre-feasibility studies to detailed design documents), carrying out preliminary tests for design pre-validation, analyzing the quality and reliability of the product, and debugging prototypes and integrating with control FW.
4. Drawing up the technical documentation required for production of the electronic product and carrying out activities to support and maintain the products when requested.
5. Working closely with other functions and suppliers, coordinating external partners for hardware-related services as necessary.

Qualifications for the role

• Master Degree in Electronic Engineering or equivalent.
• 1-5 years of experience in Embedded HW design in industrial applications.
• Trained in the use of laboratory instruments to study, debug, integrate and test prototypes. Experience in power supply design, signal integrity, analog signal conditioning/filter stages.
• Experience with EMI design and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of oscilloscopes, function generators and other test equipment. Knowledge of PCBA manufacturing processes is a plus.
• Familiarity with electronic board re-working.
• Passionate about creating innovation, with strong negotiation and networking skills.
• Positive spirit, proactivity, adaptability to teamwork, quickness, problem-solving orientation and commitment.
• Fluency in both Italian and English.

What's in it for you?

• Play a part in anticipating, sensing and responding to technology trends.
• Learn from highly experienced, genuine, and caring colleagues – people who are committed to helping you achieve your personal and professional goals.
• Get exposed to cutting-edge technology in Electrification and have a visible impact on the future.

More about us

ABB's Distribution Solutions Division facilitates the efficient and reliable distribution, protection and control of power by improving electric power quality while strengthening the resilience of the grid. The Division offers segment-specific products and solutions that largely serve utilities, industry and infrastructure segments, often providing the requisite medium-voltage link between high-voltage transmission systems and low-voltage users. We value people from different backgrounds. Apply today for your next career step within ABB and visit www.abb.com to learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe. #MyABBStory For further info: Davide Lippiello, Talent Partner.