(Senior) Scientist in Converter-Based Distribution Systems (80 - 100%) — ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino)
- Location
- Baden-Daettwil, Aargau
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 50 days ago
Role overview
At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner.
Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world.
As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen.
- At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner.
- Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world.
- Your role and responsibilities
- Our team's mission is to drive innovations at the intersection of power electronic converters and microgrid integration, translating cutting-edge research into next-generation ABB products.
- for the role
- PhD in Electrical Engineering with specialization in power electronics, power systems, or control.
Main responsibilities
- Your role and responsibilities
- Our team's mission is to drive innovations at the intersection of power electronic converters and microgrid integration, translating cutting-edge research into next-generation ABB products.
- We focus on converter operation, intelligent protection coordination, load sharing, and stabilizing control strategies.
- By joining us, you will shape the future of energy systems - generating pioneering ideas at the frontier of academic research and industrial innovation, while developing transformative technologies that power ABB's product portfolio.
- Are you passionate about enabling a sustainable future through power converter-based distribution systems?
- We want to hear from you!
- A dynamic, international team is excited to welcome you as our newest member.
- Together, we will push boundaries and make a lasting impact on the energy transition. The work model for the role is: #LI-Hybrid The main responsibilities include
- Pioneer innovative concepts in power electronic converter-based, low voltage and medium voltage, AC and DC distribution systems.
- Conduct detailed simulations, algorithm development, and laboratory experiments and publish research findings and patent innovative solutions.
Key requirements
- for the role
- PhD in Electrical Engineering with specialization in power electronics, power systems, or control.
- Proven research excellence demonstrated through high-impact publications and patents. Deep technical expertise in:
- Power electronic converter topologies, modulation and control concepts
- Interactions between converters, passive components, and protection devices
- Microgrid modeling, optimization and stability analysis.
- Hands-on laboratory skills with a proactive, self-driven approach to designing, building, and testing converter systems and protection schemes.
- Versatile skill set with the ability to bridge theory and practice across multiple technical domains.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced industrial research environment and deliver results.
- Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal. 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.
Application process
- Work closely with ABB business units to transition research into real-world applications, including data centers, integration of renewables, industrial electrification, e-mining, and marine systems.
- We look forward to receiving your application.
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- We value people from different backgrounds.
- Could this be your story?
- today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
Additional details
- Run what runs the world. This Position reports to: Research Team Manager Power Electronic Systems
- Together, we will push boundaries and make a lasting impact on the energy transition. The work model for the role is: #LI-Hybrid The main responsibilities include Qualifications for the role
- Proven research excellence demonstrated through high-impact publications and patents. Deep technical expertise in:
- Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
- Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
Notes and original content
- Run what runs the world.
- This Position reports to:
- Research Team Manager
- Power Electronic Systems
- Together, we will push boundaries and make a lasting impact on the energy transition.
- The work model for the role is: #LI-Hybrid
- The main responsibilities include
- Qualifications for the role
- Proven research excellence demonstrated through high-impact publications and patents.
- Deep technical expertise in:
Questions about this listing
What salary does ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino) offer for this role?
ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino) lists CHF 99'500 - 151'000 gross per year for this position in Baden-Daettwil, Aargau. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino) offer?
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Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Aargau?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Aargau can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Aargau's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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