(SENIOR) SCIENTIST (F/M/D): HYBRID MODELING AND PROCESS SIMULATION (80 TO 100%)

ABB; Mannheim; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Share Acquisition Plan

Retirement Plan

Canteen

Flexible Work Practices

Job summary

ABB Corporate Research Center Germany seeks a researcher to advance simulation and modeling for sustainable automation and digitalization. You will bridge academic research with industrial applications, developing hybrid models and physics-informed AI to optimize processes and train operators.

Join a hybrid work environment and collaborate across ABB divisions, academia, startups and customers. Publish and contribute to IP while prototyping tools and demonstrators.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering, scientific computing, mathematics or physics with modeling & simulation specialization.
• Academic or professional experience in applied modeling and simulation; PhD preferred.
• Experience with model-based and data-based or physics-informed AI approaches for dynamic systems.
• Knowledge of industrial plant dynamics and system integration is beneficial.
• Hands-on software development and architecture experience (Python, C++, Modelica).

Responsibilities

• Bridge academic research and industrial applications to drive simulation in automation.
• Develop hybrid modeling combining analytical and data-driven methods.
• Apply physics-informed AI for interpretable models and optimization.
• Create simulation models to validate control logic and support scenario analysis.
• Collaborate globally with ABB divisions, customers, startups and universities.
• Prototype demonstrators and turn models into usable tools; present at conferences and journals.
• Contribute to intellectual property through patent applications.

Skills

Modeling & simulation

Python

C++

Machine learning

Neural networks

Deep learning

Reinforcement learning

Modelica

OpenModelica

Simulink/Matlab

Data-driven methods

Communication skills

Education

Engineering degree

PhD preferred

Tools

OpenModelica

Julia

FMU co-simulation

DWSIM

IDEAS PSE framework

Dymola

Aspen HYSYS

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:R&D Team Lead__Your role and responsibilitiesAt the ABB Corporate Research Center Germany (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vd4BLrNbvlc), we research and prototype innovative technologies that shape ABB’s future product portfolio for sustainable automation, digitalization, and electrification. We work in cross-functional teams at the intersection of industrial research, end-customers, start-ups, and universities globally.The work model for the role is: hybrid #LI-HybridYou will be mainly accountable for:You bridge the gap between academic research and industrial applications and drive the innovation in simulation, system modelling and industrial digitalization to contribute to future ABB solutions.You develop and apply hybrid modeling that combines analytical approaches and data-driven methods to represent the behavior of assets in process industry and manufacturing.You leverage physics-informed AI methods that combine first-principles knowledge of industrial systems to develop more interpretable, efficient, and reliable models for simulation and process optimization.You bring a system integration perspective to your work, meaning you understand how components, control logic, and physical dynamics interact at plant or system level, rather than focusing on purely mathematical modeling.You build simulation models used to validate control logic, support scenario analysis, and enable process optimization and operator training for complex industrial processes.·You converge domain expertise with engineering practice, translating knowledge of industrial plant dynamics into robust simulation and monitoring systems.With your technical expertise, you initiate, guide, and contribute to applied research projects, and you provide consultancy to product development teams.You collaborate internationally with ABB divisions, customers, partners, startups, and renowned academic institutes.You build prototypes and demonstrators, and you bring a software development and architecture mindset to turn simulation models into usable, maintainable tools.You present your work to expert and management audiences within and outside ABB, as well as at scientific conferences/journals and trade fairs.You secure intellectual property by patent applications.Qualifications for the roleYou hold a degree in engineering, scientific computing, mathematics, physics, or a related discipline with specialization on modeling and simulation, combined with either academic experience (PhD) or professional experience in applied modeling and simulation.Experience with model based, data based, and/or physics-informed AI based simulation and monitoring methods for dynamic systems.Domain knowledge of industrial plant or process dynamics, with a focus on system level behavior and system integration.Experience with machine learning and AI methods, including neural networks, deep learning, or reinforcement learning, preferably applied to dynamical systems, process modeling, or real-world applications.Experience in one or more of the following application areas is beneficial: automation engineering, industrial control, condition monitoring, advanced process control and optimization.Hands on experience in software development and software architecture is a plus (for example Python, C++, Modelica, or similar).Hands on experience with simulation and modeling tools is a plus (such as OpenModelica, Julia, FMU based co-simulation, DWSIM, the IDEAS PSE framework, or commercial tools such as Dymola, Aspen HYSYS, Matlab Simulink / Simscape or similar).Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal. German is a plus.We value cross-cultural communication skills, creativity, initiative, enthusiasm, and result-orientation to bring your innovations towards new products and digital offerings.BenefitsWe also offer our employees the following benefits:Employee Share Acquisition PlanRetirement PlanCanteenFlexible Work PracticesMore about usTake your next career step at ABB by joining a global team that is energizing the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future.At ABB we have the clear goal of driving diversity and inclusion across all dimensions: gender, LGBTQ+, abilities, ethnicity and generations. Together, we are embarking on a journey where each and every one of us, individually and collectively, welcomes and celebrates individual differences.Interested in joining our team? We are looking forward to receiving your complete application through our online tool.Would you like to receive further information?Please contact Dr. Marco Lauricella: [e-mail] note: in the case of equal suitability, people with severe disabilities and their equals are given preference.ABB AG+49 (0) 621 381 3500Building 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.Ready to make an impact?Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.