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:
R&D Department Lead__
At ABB, we help important industries outrun - leaner and cleaner.
Every person here makes that happen. By rethinking, rewiring, and improving, we combine the world’s best minds and technologies to elevate performance to a whole new level.
Your Role and Responsibilities
1. Research and development of innovative concepts and enabling technology for fault detection, diagnosis and prognosis in electric motors and drivetrain systems.
2.Advanced system engineering and algorithm design for the related areas, for example signal processing, vibration analysis, machine learning, AI-based diagnostics, and so on.
3.Prototyping, testing, and validation of new diagnostic solutions and tools through simulation and experimental setups.
4. Cooperation with global and local production development and engineering teams to analyze requirements, transfer technology, and assess market potential new solutions.
Qualifications for the Role
1. Advanced technical degree (M.S., ideally Ph.D) , major in Electric Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
2. Hands-on research experience in fault diagnosis or predictive maintenance is a strong plus.
3.Good communication and presentation skills in English.
4. Proficiency in programming for data analysis, modeling, and algorithm development, such as python, c#, and so on.
5. A team player with high level of initiative for global cooperation and knowledge-sharing.
6.Passion for innovation, strong problem-solving skills, and open-minded approach with keen interest in new technologies to drive change in industrial maintenance paradigms.
Professional Experience & Skills:
—Strong knowledge in motor theory, drivetrain system mechanics, and a good understanding of their applications in industrial settings
—Profound knowledge of signal processing techniques applied to fault diagnosis, such as time-frequency analysis, filtering, and feature extraction
—Practical experience with current, vibration, acoustic signal analysis is a plus.
—International study, work, or collaboration experience is a plus
—Initiative and ability to lead research projects and contribute to the implementation of research results in an industrial environment
What’s in it for you?
We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.
Benefits
ABB offers a full range of benefits to help you thrive at work and beyond.
More about us
The High Power Division offers a comprehensive product portfolio of large AC motors and generators. The Division’s induction, synchronous and special design motors and synchronous generators power critical applications across industry, infrastructure and marine transportation. Combining the best available materials with superior technology, the large motors and generators are designed to operate efficiently and reliably, even for challenging processes or applications and to have low life cycle costs.
Call to Action
Join us. Be part of the team where progress happens, industries transform, and your work shapes the world. Run What Runs the World.
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.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
Skills Required
- Advanced technical degree (M.S., ideally Ph.D) in relevant field
- Hands-on research experience in fault diagnosis or predictive maintenance
- Good communication and presentation skills in English
- Proficiency in programming for data analysis, modeling, and algorithm development
- Strong knowledge in motor theory and drivetrain mechanics
- Knowledge of signal processing techniques applied to fault diagnosis
- Practical experience with signal analysis is a plus
- International study, work, or collaboration experience is a plus
- Initiative to lead research projects effectively
ABB Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about ABB and has not been reviewed or approved by ABB.
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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.
ABB Insights
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
