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This position reports to:
R&D Team Lead__
Your role and responsibilities
In this role, you will have the opportunity to be part of a team responsible for electrical testing on low-voltage circuit breakers and switchboards, contributing to both Research & Development (R&D) and certification processes. Operating on a two-shift daily schedule, your routine activities will include configuring transformers and variable loads to achieve the required test values, preparing the Device Under Test (DUT) by connecting it with appropriate cables and busbars, and executing the electrical tests while working collaboratively in a dedicated team.
The work model for the role is: #LI-Onsite
This role is contributing to the ABB Electrification Business area in particular for the Smart Power Division in Bergamo Main stakeholder the Research and Development Department and external customer.
You will be mainly accountable for:
Defining the details, the test sequences, their methods of execution or testing procedures, the equipment and instrumentation to be used, with reference to the applicable standards, preparing the necessary test set-up, the required measure instruments, connecting the device under test on the testing plant and executing tests;
Analyzing the tests results according to the applicable standard for checking the compliance of the product tested.
Producing and developing activities required for the processing of test reports for tested equipment, and issue the reports.
Proposing improvements in the existing test techniques, based on experience and use of new equipment, in particular for test and measurement equipment.
Assisting and supporting customer during testing activities.
Qualifications for the role
High School Diploma in the Electrotechnical field or Bachelor Degree (3 years) in a Electrical field.
You are highly skilled in Electrotechnical Knowledge
Ability to demonstrate your manual skills, analysis capacity and interpretation of results
You are qualified in computer skills (Proficiency in MS Office and the ability to quickly adapt to proprietary software for recording test results)
You are passionate about precision, teamwork and have an high desire to learn and attitude for problem solving
You are at ease communicating in Italian and English language
Availability to work in rotating shifts
Compensation Package
As part of our commitment to transparency, we want to share the compensation details for this position:
Applicable CBA: Metalmeccanico
Company defined package above minimum annual salary per CBA
Variable Pay: Eligible for Company Productivity Bonus
The offer will be tailored based on your role location, experience, skills and qualifications, internal market positioning and alignment with ABB internal standards.
Benefits as per policy
Wellbeing support for employees and their families
Welfare plan with a wide range of personalized services
Canteen or meal vouchers provided
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.
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Skills Required
- High School Diploma in Electrotechnical field or Bachelor Degree in Electrical or Electronic field
- Strong Electrotechnical Knowledge
- Manual skills and analysis capacity
- Computer skills including programming and PLC
- Ability to communicate in Italian and English
- Availability to work in rotating shifts
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
