(Junior) R&D Engineer (m/f/d) (80-100%)

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 Team Lead

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to support the strategic technology direction by contributing your own ideas for identifying, proposing, and implementing innovative technology, software and solutions. Each day, you will assist the Research and Development (R&D) team by executing your assigned tasks and using technical knowledge in a structured way. You will also showcase your expertise by staying abreast of the state of the art and actively applying this knowledge.

The work model for the role is: hybrid

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Design, develop, and optimize power electronics building blocks and semiconductor functions for traction converter applications, with a focus on efficiency, performance, and operational reliability.
• Perform electrical and thermal characterization, testing, and qualification of power semiconductors and passive components to ensure robust product performance.
• Develop and enhance power electronics building blocks for current and next-generation traction converter platforms, from concept through validation and product introduction.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams across hardware, software, mechanical design, and manufacturing to solve complex technical challenges and deliver innovative R&D solutions.

Our team dynamics

Our power electronics team develops power electronic building blocks and functions for our traction converter families used in vehicles from trams to locomotives, based on the most modern and reliable power semiconductor and gate control technology. We develop the key components for the evolution of our ABB traction products to strengthen our position in the target markets.

Qualifications for the role

• Master's degree in electrical engineering (Fachhochschule/University/ETH), with a preferred specialization in Power Electronics.
• Knowledge of measurement technology and the structure of test arrangements
• Familiar with standard Office-Software (Word, Excel), as well as with simulation & programming tools (Matlab, Simulink, Plecs, Spice, Python)
• Good knowledge of German and English, written and spoken
• Team player with enthusiasm for power electronics and new product development
• Creativity and quick comprehension as well as independent, structured, and proactive way of working

More about us

The ABB Traction Division is a recognized market leader in drive technologies for rail vehicles, buses, and industrial vehicles, driving innovation in electrification.

Our comprehensive portfolio of high-performance traction, auxiliary, and energy storage solutions - all managed across the entire life cycle - helps to improve energy efficiency and make transportation more sustainable.

Together, we make a difference for our customers every single day. We look forward to receiving your application.

The recruitment process is led by Talent Partner Gema de Vicente.

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