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This position reports to:
R&D Team Lead__
Your role and responsibilities
The mission of this team is to bring modern and disruptive power electronic solutions from research into product development. We improve our products by holistic optimization, pushing forward novel converter topologies as well as optimizing key components. By joining us, you will participate in idea generation at the frontier of academic research and industrial applications, as well as in the development of advanced technologies for ABB’s products.
Do you want to contribute to a greener future by utilizing advanced and highly efficient power-electronic solutions for various applications? Get in touch with us! A young, multinational team is looking forward to welcoming you as their latest team member!
The work model for the role is: #LI-Hybrid
The main responsibilities include
- Own the lab infrastructure (Laborinfrastruktur), including coordination with maintenance (Instandhaltung), organizing calibration (Kalibrierung) of equipment, and managing lab supplies (Verbrauchsmaterialien).
- Ensure lab safety (Sicherheit) and organize/structure lab spaces for multiple ongoing projects.
- Support scientific work by designing and building power electronics prototypes (Leistungselektronik Prototypen) up to medium voltage (Mittelspannung) and megawatt power.
- Assist in commissioning test setups (Inbetriebnahme von Prüfaufbauten) and perform testing together with scientific staff (Wissenschaftler).
- Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders (Teamfähigkeit), and supervise apprentices (Lernende / Auszubildende) in daily tasks.
Qualifications for the role
- Completed apprenticeship as an automation technician (Automatiker EFZ) with practical experience in machining (Fräsen, Bohren, Drehen, Handarbeit), and be able to conversate in English.
- Additional education from a Higher Technical School or University of Applied Sciences (Höhere Fachschule HF / Fachhochschule FH) in power electronics, energy systems, or similar is a strong advantage.
- Experience with CAD design (CAD-Konstruktion) using tools such as Creo, Solid Edge, SolidWorks, or equivalent; PCB design (Leiterplattendesign) knowledge is a plus (Altium Designer).
- Solid experience in electrical circuit design (Schaltungsdesign), grounding concepts (Erdung), and wiring standards (Verdrahtungsrichtlinien).
- Hands-on experience building and prototyping power electronic systems (Leistungselektronik Systeme), including mechanical work, tooling (Werkzeuge), and implementing ad-hoc improvements.
- Basic knowledge of electrical standards (e.g., NIV / NIN / SNR 464022) and familiarity with lab technologies such as 3D printing (3D-Druck), LabVIEW, and laser cutting/engraving (Laserschneider / Lasergravur).
More about us
At the ABB research center in Baden-Dättwil in the proximity of Zurich, we work on exciting technologies that shape the future of our products. Our international research teams focus on Power Electronics, Energy Storage, Intelligent Systems, and Switching.
We look forward to receiving your application.
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Skills Required
- Completed apprenticeship as an automation technician (Automatiker EFZ) with practical machining experience (milling, drilling, turning, manual work) and conversational English
- Higher technical school or University of Applied Sciences (HF/FH) in power electronics, energy systems or similar
- Experience with CAD design (Creo, Solid Edge, SolidWorks)
- PCB design knowledge (Altium Designer)
- Solid experience in electrical circuit design, grounding concepts and wiring standards
- Hands-on experience building and prototyping power electronic systems, including mechanical work, tooling and ad-hoc improvements
- Basic knowledge of electrical standards (e.g., NIV/NIN/SNR 464022) and familiarity with lab technologies (3D printing, LabVIEW, laser cutting/engraving)
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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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