R&D Engineer (f/m/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 We are looking for an R&D Engineer to design, develop and maintain test infrastructures for Research & Development activities. Reporting to the CoE Laboratory Manager the candidate will work on low voltage (LV) 3-phase systems compliant with both IEC and UL standards, taking full ownership of electrical design, embedded firmware development, and laboratory validation. The work model for the role is: onsite This role is contributing to the Electrification, Smart Power Division in Quartino, CH. You will be mainly accountable for: Design, develop, and maintain electrical test infrastructures for low-voltage (LV) three-phase systems, supporting product development, validation, and certification activities in accordance with IEC and UL standards. Develop and validate embedded firmware and control solutions, including C-based applications and PLC programming, for laboratory and testing environments. Plan and execute functional, performance, and safety testing on hardware prototypes and test setups, ensuring reliable operation and compliance with applicable standards. Collaborate with cross-functional R&D teams to define requirements, solve technical challenges, and maintain accurate technical documentation throughout the development lifecycle. Qualifications for the role Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field. Experience in embedded firmware development using C for microcontroller- or microprocessor-based systems. Knowledge of low-voltage three-phase electrical systems, power distribution, power conversion, or UPS technologies. Experience in electrical design, testing, validation, or commissioning of electrical and electronic systems. Familiarity with PLC programming and industrial automation concepts. Ability to analyze technical requirements, troubleshoot complex issues, and work in a hands-on laboratory environment. Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams. Professional proficiency in English; additional language skills are considered an advantage. 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. This recruitment process is led by talent partner, Ece Özen, ABB Switzerland Ltd. 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. Why ABB Working at ABB gives you the opportunity to contribute to a healthier and more prosperous world. Add to your story by joining a passionate team, focused on pushing the boundaries of technology to drive performance, shape new business models and find new ways of working that benefit our customers, partners and society. We want you to be proud of being part of ABB. We care At ABB, we care about our people and their stories. We create safe, fair, equitable and inclusive working environments in which our people can succeed and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or cultural, religious or social background. Diverse teams make us stronger. ABB is also committed to a high standard of integrity in everything we do. We grow We help our people succeed and develop, and we empower them to create their own careers at ABB. Our benefits, reward and development programs encompass a wide array of offerings. How to apply Do you want to shape the future, together with us? Get more insights into our recruitment process and find some helpful tips and tricks how to join the team. Make our story your story.