Job Description

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 Unit Lead

Your role and responsibilities

Are you interested in shaping the next generation of high-quality, scalable and easily configurable softstarters within ABB's Electrification business area?

Join our team of motivated engineers and contribute to the development of innovative products used by customers around the world. As an R&D Engineer within electro

nics hardware development, you will work with both existing products and new product development initiatives. You will be part of a cross-functional agile team and collaborate with colleagues across ABB's global R&D network.

This role offers a great opportunity to work across the full product development cycle, from concept and design to testing, validation and production support. If your goal is to expand your technical knowledge or further develop your background in electronics development, you will be supported by experienced colleagues and a collaborative team.

In this role, you will:

• Design, develop and implement analog and digital circuits from concept phase through serial production.
• Create schematics and define constraints for PCB layouts.
• Define verification specifications and validate designs through simulation, laboratory testing and prototype evaluations.
• Document developed solutions and support the transfer of new technologies into production.
• Collaborate with product owners, product managers, system architects and software developers to translate market needs into hardware requirements.
• Contribute to product development initiatives by identifying opportunities for technical improvements and innovation.
• Stay updated on technology trends and developments relevant to ABB's products and solutions.
• Engage in internal and external networks to expand your knowledge and skills.
• Take responsibility for hardware development activities and collaborate closely with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Contribute to ABB's innovation efforts, including intellectual property and patent-related activities where applicable.

Qualifications for the role

• M.Sc. or B.Sc. degree in Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in electronics development within embedded systems in an industrial environment.
• Experience designing electronic circuits, creating schematics and working with simulation tools.
• Experience in testing and validation of electronic prototypes in a laboratory environment.
• Experience working with voltage levels up to approximately 1 kV is considered an advantage.
• Knowledge of EMC-compatible design is considered an advantage.
• Willingness to travel internationally (less than 5%).
• Fluency in English, written and spoken. Swedish language skills are beneficial but not required.

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.

Recruiting Manager: Stephan Wildermuth. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Linda Nyman, +46 70 233 30 88, Unionen: Hannah Norén, +46 706 34 03 46, Ledarna: Lenny Larsson, +46 706 32 85 47. Talent Partner: Medina Jakupovic, +46 72 464 46 98, will answer your questions about the recruitment process.

We look forward to reading your application in PDF-format. Last day to apply is 30 october. We review applications on an ongoing basis, which means that the position may be filled before the application deadline.

We kindly request no direct contact from staffing or recruitment agencies, or vendors offering additional job advertising services.

Contribute to a shared vision. This is where ideas become reality, progress is made, and we shape the world together. Run what Runs the World.

We value people from diverse backgrounds. Could this be your next step? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to learn more about us and see how our technology is making an impact on the world.

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.