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This Position reports to:
BL Technology Manager, Metals
About the role:
We are seeking an experienced and visionary R&D Software Engineer to strengthen our global R&D organization in the metal’s automation business. This role is pivotal in shaping advanced automation solutions for steel, aluminum, and other metals processes. You will lead complex development projects, define strategic technology directions, and act as a recognized technical authority in industrial automation for metals production. Your work will directly influence next-generation control systems and digital solutions that improve efficiency, quality, and sustainability.
Key Responsibilities:
Technology Leadership: Define system architecture and future technology directions for distributed control systems (DCS) in demanding industrial environments
Innovation & Development: Drive new product and solution development for DCS through exceptional technical thinking.
Expertise Sharing: Act as a global technical authority, mentoring teams and fostering collaboration across disciplines.
Customer & Market Insight: Evaluate technologies and markets, maintain knowledge of competitor products, and ensure alignment with ABB’s strategic roadmap.
Problem Solving: Provide expertise and practical solutions for complex technical challenges.
Requirements Management: Act as a stakeholder toward other R&D organizations, ensuring alignment of requirements and priorities with business needs.
Required Qualifications:
Advanced degree in computer science, engineering or equivalent experience.
Deep knowledge of control systems (hardware and software), software development, communication standards, and real-time OS.
Minimum 8 years of experience in embedded real-time programming, working as a software developer with C/C++.
Strong ability to mentor and transfer knowledge globally.
Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
Preferred Skills:
Experience in automation for metals or similar industrial environments.
Hands-on expertise with ABB 800xA, other DCS platforms, and controller
runtime environments.Familiarity with industrial communication protocols and cybersecurity standards.
Background in software development for automation systems
Ability to influence across organizational boundaries and drive technology adoption.
Tool and OS Knowledge
Microsoft Visual Studio with C/C++ for embedded real-time programming.
Microsoft Visual Studio with C# for Windows programming.
Microsoft Azure DevOps for version control, CI/CD, and collaborative development workflows.
CMake for build scripts
Embedded Linux operating system for embedded applications
Wind River VxWorks RTOS
Wind River Workbench for real-time embedded applications on VxWorks
Why Join Us
Be part of a global leader in automation and electrification.
Work on cutting-edge projects shaping the future of automation in Metals.
Inclusive culture with strong focus on sustainability and career development.
We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
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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
