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This position reports to:
R&D Team Manager__
Electrification provides leading electrical distribution and management technologies, solutions and services to electrify the world in a safe, smart and sustainable way. The portfolio includes medium- and low-voltage electrical components, switchgear, digital devices, enclosures, and circuit breakers, among others. With our products, solutions and services, we collaborate with customers to improve power delivery and security, enhance energy management, efficiency and operational reliability, as we seek to achieve a low carbon society. go.abb/electrification.
As a Research Scientist, you will play a vital role in driving the development of cutting edge electrification solutions for customers worldwide. Within our research organization, you will apply your expertise to support multidisciplinary international, teams in creating innovative technologies that keep our products at the forefront of the industry.
About ABB Electrification: https://bit.ly/2ITfAL4
The work model for the role is: hybrid #LI-hybrid
You will be mainly accountable for:
- Material related research with focus on electrical insulation, polymers and functional composites
- Development and application of new material related technologies for ABB Electrification products including switchgears, apparatus and others
- Development of sustainable solutions allowing reduction of environmental footprint of ABB products
- Monitoring of new material related technologies and support in definitions of future research activities
- Cooperation with international R&D teams, universities and institutes
Qualifications for the role:
- PhD degree in Material Science, Physics or related discipline
- At least 5 years of hands‑on research experience in material science, specifically focused on electrical insulation, polymeric materials, and functional composites
- Laboratory experience: tests, measurements and experimental works
- Basic knowledge in area of electrical engineering (required to understand the ABB products specifications and design requirements)
- Good command of English and strong communication skills
- Although not obligatory experience in DC insulation and CAD modeling will be beneficial
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.
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Skills Required
- PhD degree in Material Science, Physics or related discipline
- At least 5 years of hands-on research experience in material science
- Laboratory experience with tests, measurements and experimental works
- Basic knowledge in the area of electrical engineering
- Good command of English and strong communication skills
- Experience in DC insulation and CAD modeling
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.
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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.
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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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What We Do
ABB is a leading global technology company that energizes the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future. By connecting software to its electrification, robotics, automation and motion portfolio, ABB pushes the boundaries of technology to drive performance to new levels. With a history of excellence stretching back more than 130 years, ABB’s success is driven by about 110,000 talented employees in over 100 countries. www.abb.com
