R&D Senior Engineer

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Bangalore, Bengaluru Urban, Karnataka, IND
In-Office
Senior level
Robotics • Analytics • Energy
The Role
Lead R&D activities for automation applications, features, products, and libraries in the pulp and paper domain. Design, develop, test, validate, and release software and automation solutions using ABB System 800xA and related technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, support customer implementations, provide technical training, troubleshoot industrial communications, and manage multiple projects. The role requires extensive process automation engineering and commissioning experience, industrial networking expertise, and proficiency in IEC 61131-3 programming languages.
Summary Generated by Built In

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:

Senior Engineering Manager
 

Your role and responsibilities:
In this role, you will have the opportunity to act as a design authority for an engineering discipline with low to medium complexity. Each day, you will complete assignments on small projects or portions of larger projects in a cost-effective manner. You will also showcase your expertise by applying basic design thinking/design for excellence concepts in projects.


The work model for the role is: #LI_Hybrid


This role is contributing to the Process Automation business for Process Industries division based in Bangalore, India.


You will be mainly accountable for:

  • Participate in and support R&D development activities for new applications, features, and products within the Pulp & Paper domain. 
  • Contribute to the design, development, testing, validation, and release of new software applications and automation libraries.·       Lead the development and maintenance of high-quality System 800xA and Pulp & Paper application libraries. 
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deliver automation solutions.     
  • Deliver technical support and training to customers utilizing ABB solutions in the Pulp & Paper industry.      
  • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and manage time effectively.


Qualifications for the role

  • 7+ years of experience in engineering and commissioning of System 800xA Automation Pulp & Paper projects, or any other process industries.
  • B. Tech (Electrical & Electronics Engineering).
  • Strong knowledge of PLC, DCS, SCADA, and industrial network architecture.
  • Should be conversant with at –least one of the automation systems of ABB (800xA system, AC800 M series controllers, AC450 series Controllers) /Siemens/Honeywell/Rockwell.
  • experience in System 800xA Library Development / any other Automation System library development and customization.
  • Strong programming skills with IEC 61131-3 languages, including Structured Text (ST), Function Block Diagram (FBD), and Control Builder Diagram Editor.
  • Good experience in integrating and troubleshooting industrial communication protocols, including: Modbus, OPC UA / OPC DA, Profibus / ProfiNet, Ethernet/IP
  • Knowledge of any virtual machine environment (VMware, Hyper-V, Virtualization environments)
  • Good understanding of industrial networking concepts, including: Network architecture design, Managed switches, routers, Firewall configuration and troubleshooting, Industrial Ethernet networks.

More about us:

The Process Industries Division serves the mining, minerals processing, metals, cement, pulp and paper, battery manufacturing, and food and beverage, as well as their associated service industries. The Division brings deep industry domain expertise coupled with the ability to integrate both automation and electrical systems, increase productivity and reduce overall capital and operating costs for customers. For mining, metals and cement customers, solutions include specialized products and services, as well as total production systems. The Division designs, plans, engineers, supplies, installs and commissions integrated electrical and motion systems, including electric equipment, drives, motors, high power rectifiers and equipment for automation and supervisory control within a variety of areas including mineral handling, mining operations, aluminum smelting, hot and cold steel applications and cement production. The offering for the pulp and paper industries includes control systems, quality control systems, drive systems, on-line sensors, actuators and field instruments. Digitalization solutions, including collaborative operations and augmented reality, help improve plant and enterprise productivity, and reduce maintenance and energy costs.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

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Skills Required

  • 7+ years of experience in engineering and commissioning of System 800xA automation pulp and paper projects or other process-industry projects
  • Bachelor of Technology in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • Strong knowledge of PLC, DCS, SCADA, and industrial network architecture
  • Experience with at least one ABB, Siemens, Honeywell, or Rockwell automation system
  • Experience developing and customizing System 800xA or other automation-system libraries
  • Strong programming skills in IEC 61131-3 languages, including Structured Text and Function Block Diagram
  • Experience integrating and troubleshooting Modbus, OPC UA or OPC DA, Profibus or Profinet, and Ethernet/IP
  • Knowledge of VMware, Hyper-V, or other virtual machine environments
  • Understanding of industrial networking, including network architecture, managed switches, routers, firewalls, and industrial Ethernet

ABB Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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  • Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and disability and life insurance included. Immediate eligibility in some roles reinforces the sense of dependable core coverage.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are described as broad, including paid holidays, sick days, volunteer time, sabbaticals, and, in some cases, 25 days of PTO. Flexible scheduling and remote-work options add to perceived time-off and flexibility value.
  • Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are positioned as robust, including a 401(k) with company contributions or matching and, in some cases, profit sharing or pension savings. Stock purchase/share acquisition programs complement longer-term savings options.

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