R&D ENGINEER
bOverview /b pIn this role, you will contribute to a brand-new Agile RD team within ABB’s Smart Power Division, shaping hardware architectures for electronic boards and translating system needs into hardware specs. You’ll work cross-functionally with system architects, software teams, and the Test Lab to deliver demonstrators, documentation, and validated hardware solutions. You’ll monitor technology trends to drive RD projects and help protect IP through invention discussions. This position offers hands-on hardware design in a dynamic, collaborative environment focused on energy and reliability at scale. /p bRetribuzione / Benefits /bulliFlexible working hours /liliHybrid work options /liliWellbeing support for employees and families /liliWelfare plan with personalized services /liliCanteen or meal vouchers /liliCompensation depending on role and location /li /ul bResponsabilità /bulliRealize the architecture and block diagrams of electronic boards and define rules for isolation, power management, and interfaces. /liliCollaborate with Agile team to align on backlogs and implement user stories. /liliDrive IP creation and patent discussions in the context of ABB’s innovations. /liliTranslate system requirements into hardware requirement specifications with system architects and software teams. /liliMonitor tech developments and identify drivers for RD projects aligned with business needs.
/liliLead technology demonstrator development and manage project documentation from feasibility to design. /liliPerform preliminary design pre-validation tests and assess theoretical quality and reliability. /liliSupport Test Lab activities, evaluate test reports, and provide validation viewpoints. /li /ul bRequisiti fondamentali /bulliStudies background in Electronics /liliAt least 3 years in design/analysis of analog signal conditioning, power conversion topologies, and digital circuits including industrial protocols /liliHW design experience in industrial applications and EMC knowledge /liliAbility to read technical specs and schematics /liliAbility to define high-level architecture and translate requirements into development tasks /liliUnderstanding of Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) and maturation activities /liliFamiliarity with Gate Model development processes /liliFamiliar with Altium Designer or equivalent, PSPICE, and board rework processes /liliBasic knowledge of oscilloscopes, function generators, and other test equipment /liliAbility to assess technical feasibility, risks, and provide recommendations /liliProactivity, innovation, negotiation and networking skills /liliMotivation to work in agile, cross-functional teams with self-reliant attitude /liliProficient in Italian and English /li /ululliProactivity /liliInnovative mindset /liliNegotiation and networking /liliAltium Designer /liliPSPICE /liliEMC testing and troubleshooting /li /ul
/liliLead technology demonstrator development and manage project documentation from feasibility to design. /liliPerform preliminary design pre-validation tests and assess theoretical quality and reliability. /liliSupport Test Lab activities, evaluate test reports, and provide validation viewpoints. /li /ul bRequisiti fondamentali /bulliStudies background in Electronics /liliAt least 3 years in design/analysis of analog signal conditioning, power conversion topologies, and digital circuits including industrial protocols /liliHW design experience in industrial applications and EMC knowledge /liliAbility to read technical specs and schematics /liliAbility to define high-level architecture and translate requirements into development tasks /liliUnderstanding of Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) and maturation activities /liliFamiliarity with Gate Model development processes /liliFamiliar with Altium Designer or equivalent, PSPICE, and board rework processes /liliBasic knowledge of oscilloscopes, function generators, and other test equipment /liliAbility to assess technical feasibility, risks, and provide recommendations /liliProactivity, innovation, negotiation and networking skills /liliMotivation to work in agile, cross-functional teams with self-reliant attitude /liliProficient in Italian and English /li /ululliProactivity /liliInnovative mindset /liliNegotiation and networking /liliAltium Designer /liliPSPICE /liliEMC testing and troubleshooting /li /ul