(Senior) Research Scientist (f/m/d) – Control & Optimization for Industrial Grid Applications (80-100%)

ABB

Mannheim

Hybrid

EUR 90.000 - 130.000

Vollzeit

14 Tage+
Bewerbungsgenerator

Hebe dich für diese Rolle von der Masse ab — erstelle in etwa einer Minute einen maßgeschneiderten Lebenslauf und ein Anschreiben.

Schaffe es an den ATS-Filtern vorbei

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible work practices
Career development and training
In-house canteen
Employee Share Acquisition Plan
Mobility benefits like JobRad
Retirement plan

Zusammenfassung

ABB Research in Mannheim seeks a highly motivated scientist/engineer with expertise in microgrids, grid stability, and protection to join an international team. You will help develop next-generation electrification and automation solutions, turning concepts into prototypes and demonstrators that support the energy transition.

You will work across the full innovation chain—from problem definition to data analysis, modelling, simulation, and software implementation—delivering value in industrial

Qualifikationen

  • PhD with focus on electrical engineering, control, power systems, or related field or MSc with strong track record.
  • Deep expertise in microgrids, grid stability, AC/DC grids, energy distribution, grid protection, control design, or energy markets.

Aufgaben

  • Develop advanced algorithms for analysis, control, protection, and optimization of industrial grids and microgrids.
  • Validate concepts through simulation, software prototypes, and demonstrators.

Kenntnisse

Python
C++
C#
Julia
Object-oriented design

Ausbildung

PhD in EE/Control/Power/CS
MSc with relevant experience

Jobbeschreibung

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

The work model for the role is: Hybrid.

About The Role

Are you passionate about shaping the future of resilient, intelligent, and sustainable energy systems? ABB Research is looking for a highly motivated scientist/engineer with expertise in microgrids, grid stability, control, and protection, and interfacing industrial energy systems with energy markets. In this role, you will join an international team of passionate researchers working at the interface of applied research and product development. You will help develop the next generation of ABB electrification and automation solutions, turning advanced concepts into practical software, prototypes, and demonstrators that support the energy transition and create real customer value.

Your role and responsibilities
  • You develop advanced algorithms for the analysis, control, protection, and optimization of industrial grids and microgrids
  • You validate concepts through simulation, software prototypes, and demonstrators.
  • You integrate these solutions with higher-level control systems and external interfaces, such as site control systems or energy market platforms.
  • You gather domain requirements, translate them into use cases and solutions, and address them in international, multidisciplinary research projects.
  • You initiate, lead, and contribute to research activities with high business relevance for ABB.
  • You communicate complex technical results clearly to expert audiences, project partners, and senior management.
  • You publish results at scientific conferences, contribute to intellectual property creation, and represent ABB in relevant committees.
  • You build and strengthen strategic partnerships with universities, research institutes, and other partners, for example in publicly funded projects.
  • You develop innovative solutions and use your expertise to protect them.

You will work across the full innovation chain - from problem definition - data analysis, and modelling to simulation, algorithm development, software implementation, and project execution. Your work will enable new ways of operating, controlling, protecting, and optimizing industrial energy systems and microgrids.

Qualifications For The Role
  • You hold a PhD in electrical engineering, control engineering, power systems, computer science, or a related field or an MSc with relevant professional experience and a strong track record.
  • You bring deep expertise in one or more of the following areas: microgrids, grid stability, ac/dc grids, energy distribution, grid protection, control design, or energy markets.
  • You have hands-on experience in software development and implementation of efficient, reliable solutions.
  • You have experience with power system simulation tools for modelling, analyzing, and validating grid and microgrid behavior.
  • You demonstrate excellent programming skills in Python, C#, C++, Julia, or similar languages, and you have solid knowledge of object-oriented software design.
  • You combine analytical thinking with the practical ability to bridge research and industrial applications.
  • You bring excellent communication and networking skills, with the ability to work effectively in international and cross-cultural environments.
  • You are fluent in English, written and spoken.
Benefits
  • Flexible work practices
  • Career development and training opportunities, on and off the job
  • In-house canteen
  • Employee Share Acquisition Plan
  • Mobility benefits, such as JobRad
  • Retirement plan

Please note: in the case of equal suitability, people with severe disabilities and their equals are given preference.

ABB AG

+49 (0) 621 381 3500

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.

Hol dir deinen kostenlosen, vertraulichen Lebenslauf-Check.

oder ziehe deine Datei hierhin.

Similar jobs

Ähnliche Jobs, die dir auch gefallen könnten

(Senior) Research Scientist (f/m/d) – Control & Optimization for Industrial Grid Applications (80-100%)
(Senior) Research Scientist (f/m/d) – Control & Optimization for Industrial Grid Applications (80-100%)

BlackBerry Inc. • Mannheim

Hybrid
EUR 85.000 - 120.000
Flexible work practices
Career development and training
In-house canteen
+3
Senior R&D Hardware Development Engineer (m/f/d)
Senior R&D Hardware Development Engineer (m/f/d)

ABB • Minden

Hybrid
EUR 65.000 - 90.000
Canteen
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Workpractices
+1
(Senior) Research Scientist (m/f/d) Industrial Sensing for...
(Senior) Research Scientist (m/f/d) Industrial Sensing for...

LostInBerlin • Berlin

Vor Ort
EUR 90.000 - 130.000
Research and Development Engineer (f/m/d)
Research and Development Engineer (f/m/d)

ABB • Sasbach

Hybrid
EUR 65.000 - 90.000
Job Bike
Employee Share Acquisition Plan
Canteen
+1
Research and Development Engineer (f/m/d)
Research and Development Engineer (f/m/d)

BlackBerry Inc. • Sasbach

Hybrid
EUR 65.000 - 90.000
Job Bike
Employee Share Acquisition Plan
Canteen
+1
Technical Support Engineer (m/f/d)
Technical Support Engineer (m/f/d)

ABB • Minden

Hybrid
EUR 70.000 - 100.000
Canteen
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Workpractices
+1
Senior R&D Hardware Development Engineer (m/f/d)
Senior R&D Hardware Development Engineer (m/f/d)

BlackBerry Inc. • Minden

Vor Ort
EUR 65.000 - 90.000
Canteen
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Workpractices
+1
R&D Senior Engineer (f/m/d) - Product Owner
R&D Senior Engineer (f/m/d) - Product Owner

ABB • Minden

Hybrid
EUR 90.000 - 120.000
Canteen
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Work practices
+1
Senior R&D Hardware Development Engineer (m/f/d)
Senior R&D Hardware Development Engineer (m/f/d)

ENGINEERINGUK • Minden

Vor Ort
EUR 70.000 - 100.000
Canteen
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Workpractices
+1
Field Service Engineer - Automation Solutions (f/m/d)
Field Service Engineer - Automation Solutions (f/m/d)

ABB • Germersheim

Vor Ort
EUR 45.000 - 65.000
ABB Retirement Benefits
Flexible working hours Arrangement
ABB Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (S
+2