Experimental Physicist 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

ABB; Baden; Hybrid; CHF 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB sucht eine*n Research Team Manager im Bereich Power Device Physics am Standort Schweiz. Sie arbeiten im Hybridmodell und tragen zur Entwicklung bahnbrechender Energiesysteme bei.

Sie leiten Forschungsprojekte, planen Experimente, veröffentlichen Ergebnisse und arbeiten eng mit Wissenschaftlern, Ingenieuren sowie Hochschulen und ABB‑Divisionen weltweit zusammen.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics or Mechanical Engineering.
• Background in Heat and Mass transfer and Applied Thermodynamics; electromagnetism is a plus.
• Previous experience in Project Management is essential for this role
• Hands-on experience in a scientific or industrial laboratory, able to design, build and test prototypes
• Experience in multiphysics simulations, e.g., COMSOL, CFD
• A collaborative, solution-focused approach with good ability to build and maintain work relationships
• Strong communication and presentation skills in English (written and spoken)

Responsibilities

• Conducting applied research in electrical power-device physics with focus on Applied Thermodynamics and Thermal management.
• Lead research projects supporting energy transformation with multi-physics solutions
• Plan, set up, and execute scientific experiments
• Drive research activities, generating IP and publications
• Collaborate with scientists and engineers within the team and with universities and ABB divisions globally

Skills

Applied Thermodynamics

Multiphysics simulations

COMSOL

CFD

English communication

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in Physics or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

COMSOL

CFD

Job description

Bei ABB unterstützen wir Industrien dabei, effizienter und sauberer zu arbeiten – und jede einzelne Person trägt hier dazu bei. Wir bieten allen Mitarbeitenden die Möglichkeit, Verantwortung zu übernehmen und die eigene Entwicklung aktiv voranzutreiben. Gemeinsam entstehen Lösungen, auf die alle stolz sein können. Wir suchen engagierte Talente, um gemeinsam die Welt voranzutreiben.

Diese Position Berichtet An

Research Team Manager - Power Device Physics

Your Role And Responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to ABB’s success with technology, software, product, and system development. Each day, you will identify and implement innovative solutions to relevant problems. You will also showcase your expertise by providing ideas and by being able to work both independently and as a part of a Research & Development (R&D) team.

The work model for the role is hybrid.

You Will Be Mainly Accountable For

• Conductingapplied researchin the area ofelectrical power-device physicswith a primary focus on Applied Thermodynamics and Thermal management; and contribute to related Multi-physics domains such as Electromagnetics and Fluid Dynamics
• Contributingto and lead research projects supporting theongoingenergytransformation through innovative electrical power technologies and multi-physics solutions
• Planning, setting up, and executing scientific experiments
• Driving research activities, generating intellectual property, and writing scientific publications
• Closely working with scientists and engineers within the team, driving collaborations within the research center, with universities, and global ABB divisions.

Qualifications For The Role

• PhD inPhysics or Mechanical Engineering
• Background in the areas of Heat and Mass transfer, and Applied Thermodynamics. Knowledge of electromagnetism is a plus (please submit a list of publications if available).
• Previous experience in Project Management is essential for this role
• Hands-on experienceinascientific or industriallaboratory,a willingness to work independently and take initiatives in designing, building, and testing prototypes
• Experiencein multi-physics simulations,e.g.,COMSOL, CFD
• A collaborative, solution-focused approach with good ability to build and maintain work relationships
• Strong communication and presentation skills in English (both written and spoken)

More About Us

The Power Device Physics Team at the ABB research center in Switzerland conducts interdisciplinary research focusing on multi-physical phenomena related to the broad portfolio of ABB's devices and systems, including switchgear and power electronics. The team consists of enthusiastic scientists and engineers whose activities span from deepening the knowledge of physical phenomena such as dielectric breakdowns in gases/solids/vacuum, or thermal management with novel cooling concepts, to solving questions directly related to ABB's product portfolio. Our expertise and solutions are used to enable and support the development of next‑generation products. This unique opportunity allows you to carry out research in an evolving field and to contribute with your expertise to ABB’s success by reinforcing our team. If you are passionate about science and technology and want to work in an inspiring environment where your skills and ideas become part of solutions for a sustainable future, then

This recruitment process is actively managed by Pedro Labian, Talent Acquisition Partner at ABB Switzerland.

Die Zukunft wird sauberer und intelligenter durch vielfältige Talente – neugierige, mutige und kreative. Wir schätzen Menschen mit unterschiedlichem persönlichem Hintergrund und Erfahrungen.

Bereit, gemeinsam etwas zu bewegen?

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