(80 - 100%) R&D Senior Engineer — ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino)
- Location
- Quartino
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- Yesterday
Role overview
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: Chapter Lead
- 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.
- for the Role:
- Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, along with more than five years of professional experience in electrical engineering.
Key requirements
- for the Role:
- Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, along with more than five years of professional experience in electrical engineering.
- Must have experience working with power electronic systems
- Experience in the use of various measuring equipment in a laboratory environment.
- Knowledge of product regulations and standards, including IEC and UL.
- Experience working with external laboratories and certification bodies.
- Knowledge of ECNs (Engineering Change Notifications), BOMs (Bills of Materials), and documentation systems.
- Experience with failure investigations and Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
- Knowledge of and experience with Agile methodology is an advantage.
- Fluent in English, both spoken and written. 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.
Application process
- As an R&D Senior Engineer, you will leverage your technical expertise to validate and customize OEM single-phase and three-phase low-voltage Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS), ensuring they meet the requirements of mission-critical power protection applications and market specifications. Reporting to R&D
- Hardware Chapter Lead, based in Quartino Switzerland, you will contribute significantly to initiatives related to ABB’s Uninterruptable Power Supplies (UPS) products
- The work model for the role is: hybrid #LI-hybrid Location: Quartino Switzerland You will be mainly accountable for:
- Lead technical validation and customization of OEM 1ph and 3ph low voltage Uninterruptable Power Supplies (UPS), as well as batteries and accessories.
- Manage test partners (UL, Intertek, Dekra, Eurofins, etc.) to scope and plan test programs to demonstrate compliance with applicable IEC or UL standards.
- Manage the technical specifications of assigned products and support the Product Manager in developing the business case for product development.
- Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions related to issues found during qualification testing, as well as issues identified at customer sites.
- Maintain awareness of state-of-the-art technologies and collaborate with the research center in Switzerland and other ABB stakeholders to identify potential new UPS technologies.
Company and context
- The Division’s ABB Ability™ Energy Manager provides a scalable, easy-to-use platform that helps organizations save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.
- If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com.
- ABB Data Privacy Statement: https://new.abb.com/privacy-notice/candidate
- 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?
Additional details
- Join us and help run what runs the world. This position reports to:
- As an R&D Senior Engineer, you will leverage your technical expertise to validate and customize OEM single-phase and three-phase low-voltage Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS), ensuring they meet the requirements of mission-critical power protection applications and market specifications.
- The work model for the role is: hybrid #LI-hybrid Location: Quartino Switzerland You will be mainly accountable for: Qualifications for the Role:
- Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
- Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
Notes and original content
- Join us and help run what runs the world.
- This position reports to:
- Chapter Lead
- Reporting to R&D
- The work model for the role is: hybrid #LI-hybrid
- Location: Quartino Switzerland
- You will be mainly accountable for:
- Qualifications for the Role:
- More about us
Questions about this listing
What salary does ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino) offer for this role?
ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino) lists CHF 142'000 - 249'500 gross per year for this position in Quartino. 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?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino) during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need the G permit to apply for this role in Ticino as an Italian cross-border worker?
Yes, if you are resident in Italy within the 20 km border zone. The Swiss employer files the G-permit application at the Ticino cantonal migration office after the contract is signed — first issuance takes 2-6 weeks, then automatic yearly renewal for as long as the employment continues. Weekly return to your Italian home is required to keep the status. Note: this listing allows remote work — teleworking above 25 % of your time can shift your social-security base to Italy, so confirm the agreed remote share with HR before signing.
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