Global Customer Application Engineer AC/DC microgrid

ABB; Heidelberg; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB in Heidelberg is seeking a Global Application Engineer with expertise in AC/DC microgrids. You will work on hands-on design, testing, validation and project execution, while maintaining close customer contact on real grid projects.

A background in solar PV, battery storage, and control systems is valued. You’ll bridge customers, R&D and product management to turn market needs into new developments, with a hybrid work model and global collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering with 4+ years in microgrids.
• Experience with controllers, converters/PCS, battery energy storage, and solar PV.
• Ability to read multiline diagrams and technical specs in AutoCAD or EPLAN.
• Experience in technical sales or application engineering for industrial customers.
• Knowledge of DC applications and grid codes is a plus.
• MATLAB Simulink experience is a plus.
• Strong communication skills in English and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Support customers and sales teams from early technical discussions to solution proposals for microgrid systems.
• Develop and promote reference architectures and application notes for microgrids.
• Plan and manage microgrid installations and pilot projects, from design to commissioning.
• Support development, testing and validation of applications, including supplier selection.
• Collaborate with R&D, product management and research centers to translate market needs into new developments.
• Analyze market trends and contribute to strategy planning.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Customer communication

Diagrams & specs reading

Agile mindset

Willingness to travel

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

EPLAN

MATLAB/Simulink

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:

Chapter Lead

Your Role And Responsibilities

We are looking for a Global Application Engineer with good know-how of controls for AC and DC microgrids, relevant experience in the key parts of a microgrid: solar PV, battery energy storage, AC/DC and DC/DC converters, electrical protection and grid connection, are considered valuable assets.

The role combines hands-on technical work, from reference architectures to testing, validation and project execution, with close customer contact on real projects, including DC microgrid pilots. You’ll be the link between customers, R&D, product management and research centers, bringing market needs into new developments and helping turn technical solutions into business.

Depending on your background, your focus will be either on grid-connected AC microgrids for industrial and commercial customers, or on DC microgrid installations and pilots.

Work model: Hybrid ( hybrid)

• Supporting customers and sales teams in industrial and commercial segments, from early technical discussions to solution proposals, for MG electrical & control systems serving solar PV, battery energy storage and variable loads.
• Developing and promoting reference architectures and application notes for AC and DC microgrids using ABB’s low voltage portfolio, converters and digital solutions.
• Planning and managing microgrid installations and pilot projects, from system design and panel solutions to commissioning support.
• Supporting development, testing and validation of applications, including supplier selection and purchasing.
• Working with R&D, product management, digital teams and research centers to bring market needs into new developments.
• Analyzing the competitive landscape and market trends and recommend adjustments to mid- and long-term strategy.

Qualifications For The Role

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, with 4+ years of experience in microgrids systems.
• Practical experience with microgrid components such as controllers, converters/PCS, battery energy storage and solar PV, including their protection.
• Ability to read and work with multiline diagrams and technical specifications in tools such as AutoCAD or EPLAN.
• Technical sales or application engineering towards industrial and commercial customers.
• Electrical system design, panel building or project management of microgrid or similar installations.
• Knowledge of DC applications and grid codes is a plus.
• Electrical simulations using MATLAB Simulink is a plus
• Comfortable working with customers, with good negotiation and communication skills in English.
• Agile mindset and willingness to keep learning.
• Willingness to travel for short periods.
• Driving’s license.

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.

This opportunity is open to candidates in multiple countries, with the final work location determined based on the selected candidate. As compensation may vary by location, we are committed to being transparent throughout the hiring process and will share details of the salary range, variable compensation and benefits package with candidates who progress to the first interview stage for a location in the European Union, covered by the EU Pay Transparency Directive.

The final offer will be tailored based on your role location, experience, skills and qualifications, internal market positioning and alignment with ABB internal standards.

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