Product Manager-Auxiliary Converters for Railway Traction

Abb Holdings Inc; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB is seeking a Product Manager for its Motion Traction team, based in Europe, reporting to Product Management. The role focuses on evaluating customer quotations, selecting optimal technical solutions, and helping secure project wins across ABB’s Centers of Excellence in Genoa and Berlin.

The job involves defining technically viable, commercially profitable solutions and coordinating with Sales, R&D, Engineering, Operations and Supply Chain.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of Power Electronics (DC/DC and DC/AC topologies)
• Experience in power conversion system development
• Understanding of railway vehicle architectures and standards (EN, IEC)
• Masters degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering; PhD a plus
• Minimum 3 years in power electronics development, ideally in railway or transport sector
• Proficiency with MATLAB and/or Simulink
• Strong English communication; Italian and German a plus
• Willingness to travel ~30%

Responsibilities

• Lead development of complete technical proposals
• Conduct pre-project assessments to evaluate feasibility and define optimal solution strategy
• Review customer technical specifications for clarity and alignment with ABB capabilities
• Ensure profitability and commercial viability through cost analysis
• Analyze market trends and competitive landscape for prioritization
• Support R&D and product strategy with market and product requirement specs
• Provide technical support during customer meetings and negotiations
• Build technical relationships positioning ABB as an innovation partner
• Capture customer requirements into a technical mandate for R&D and Engineering
• Participate in product management forums to define next-generation solution requirements

Skills

Power Electronics

Power conversion system development

English communication

Travel readiness

Education

Master's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

PhD in Power Electronics is a plus

Tools

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:

Product Manager

Your role and responsibilities

Join ABB's Motion Traction team as a Product Manager where your technical expertise is fundamental in evaluating customer quotation requests, selecting the best technical solution, and securing project wins. Operating across our Centers of Excellence in Genoa (Italy) and Berlin (Germany), you will contribute to the evolution of ABB's auxiliary converter portfolio through cutting-edge solutions based on innovative topologies and next-generation semiconductors. You will work alongside global ABB Traction teams while collaborating with Sales, R&D, Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain to ensure that every solution proposed is technically valid and commercially profitable.

The work model for the role is: #LI-Hybrid

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Lead development of complete technical proposals
• Conduct pre-project assessments to evaluate feasibility and define optimal solution strategy
• Review customer technical specifications for clarity and alignment with ABB's capabilities
• Ensure profitability and commercial viability through rigorous cost analysis
• Analyze auxiliary converter market trends and competitive landscape to identify priorities
• Support R&D and product strategy alignment writing market and product requirement specifications
• Provide technical support during customer meetings and negotiations
• Build strong technical relationships and position ABB as a trusted innovation partner
• Capture and manage customer requirements into a comprehensive technical mandate for R&D and Engineering Teams
• Participate in product management forums to define next-generation solution requirements

Qualifications for the role

• Advanced knowledge of Power Electronics (DC/DC and DC/AC topologies, modulation techniques, thermal design)
• Proven experience in power conversion system development
• Understanding of railway vehicle architectures and operational requirements
• Knowledge of railway industry standards (EN, IEC)
• Master's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering; PhD in Power Electronics is a plus
• Minimum 3 years in power electronics development, ideally within railway or transport industry
• Experience with technical proposals and customer-facing documentation
• Proficiency with MATLAB and/or Simulink
• Creative mindset with strong initiative and attention to detail
• Collaborative approach with excellent communication skills in English; Italian and German are a plus
• Willingness to travel approximately 30%

Compensation Package

This opportunity is open to candidates in multiple countries, with work location determined based on the selected candidate. Compensation varies by location; we will share salary range, variable compensation, and benefits details with candidates progressing to the first interview. The offer will be tailored based on role location, experience, qualifications, and ABB internal standards.

More about us

ABB Traction Division is a recognized leader in onboard propulsion technologies that drive innovation in rail, bus, and industrial vehicle electrification. A comprehensive range of high-performance and full lifecycle managed propulsion, auxiliary and energy storage solutions help improve energy efficiency and contribute to making transportation more sustainable.

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.

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