R&D Engineer (f/m/d) 80-100%

USTBC ABB Installation Products Inc.; Quartino; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB Switzerland Ltd. in Quartino, Switzerland, seeks an Electrical Engineer to lead LV 3-phase design, embedded firmware development in C, and lab validation aligned with IEC and UL standards. The role is onsite and requires collaboration with cross-functional R&D teams.

You will plan and execute functional, performance, and safety tests on hardware prototypes, document results, and support certification activities while maintaining clear communication in English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related field.
• Experience in embedded firmware development using C.
• Knowledge of low-voltage three-phase electrical systems.
• Experience in electrical design, testing, validation, or commissioning.
• Familiarity with PLC programming and industrial automation concepts.
• Ability to analyze requirements and work in a hands-on lab.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain electrical test infrastructures for LV 3-phase systems in line with IEC/UL.
• Develop and validate embedded firmware and control solutions in C for lab/testing environments.
• Plan and execute functional, performance, and safety testing on hardware prototypes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional R&D teams and document developments throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Embedded firmware (C)

PLC programming

Low-voltage three-phase

Electrical design & testing

Technical documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Eng.

Job description

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

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

The role is contributing to the Electrification, Smart Power Division in Quartino, CH.

Your role and responsibilities

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Design, develop, and maintain electrical test infrastructures for low-voltage (LV) 3-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.

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.

This recruitment process is led by talent partner, Ece Özen, ABB Switzerland Ltd.

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