R&D engineer - Electronics Hardware

ABB; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB Smart Power in Hyderabad is seeking an experienced electronics engineer to contribute to hardware development for electrical distribution and control products. You will work in a team, perform simulations (Saber/PSPICE), define test strategies, and drive reliability from concept to production.

This onsite role requires a strong background in power electronics, PCB design, EMI/EMC, and certification knowledge (IEC/UL).

Qualifications

• B.Tech/M.S/M.Tech in ECE/EE/Power Electronics from reputed institutes.
• 6+ years of hands-on experience in Electrical protection/controls domain preferred.
• Experience in circuit design - power supply design, analog sensing, digital I/O, RS485, Ethernet, CAN.
• Hands on expertise on circuit design and PCB layout guidelines; EMI/EMC knowledge.
• Knowledge of agency certification requirements (IEC/UL).
• Proven ability to communicate across a global team and drive results.

Responsibilities

• Develop electronics hardware for electrical distribution and control products.
• Perform simulations (Saber/PSPICE), test strategy, reliability, and components selection.
• Coordinate with plant for manufacturing activity and project documentation.
• Generate product specifications and engage with suppliers.
• Support test equipment qualification and cross-functional collaboration.
• Maintain and contribute to project documentation.

Skills

Power electronics design

Circuit design

Analog sensing

Digital I/O

RS485

Ethernet

CAN

PCB design guidelines

EMI/EMC

Project ownership

Global team communication

Education

B.Tech/M.S/M.Tech in ECE/EE/Power Electronics

Tools

Saber

PSPICE

Cadence

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:

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to ABB’s success with technology, software, product, and system development. Each day, you will identify and implement innovative solutions to relevant problems. You will also showcase your expertise by providing ideas and by being able to work both independently and as a part of a Research & Development (R&D) team.

The work model for the role is: LI-Onsite

This role is contributing to the Electrification Business Smart Power Division in Hyderabad.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Highly motivated self -driven engineers to work in electronics hardware development related to electrical distribution and control products
• The candidate must be very good at simulations (Saber / PSPICE), test strategy, reliability, components selection etc.
• Knowledge on PCB layout tool like Cadence, PCB layer Stack up, DFM, DFT etc.
• Good understanding of PCB design guidelines, EMI/EMC
• Good knowledge of agency certification requirements (like IEC/UL)
• Responsibilities will include generation of product specifications, supplier visits, test equipment qualification, coordinating with plant on manufacturing activity and project documentation.

Qualifications for the role :

• B.Tech/M. S/ M. Tech or equivalent in ECE/EE/Power Electronics from reputed institutes with 6+ years of hands‑on experience
• Experience in the Electrical protection/ controls domain preferred.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively across a global team working on multiple projects, take ownership and drive results
• Hands on expertise on circuit design - power supply design, analog sensing, digital input/outputs, communication circuits like RS485, Ethernet, CAN etc
• Sound knowledge and hands‑on experience in analog and microcontrollers
• Must have developed multiple products from concept through production (has been through 2 or more big project cycle)
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication & project management skills required

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. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.