R&D Testing & Lab Specialist

ENGINEERINGUK; Nashik District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB Nashik is seeking a tested engineer to join the R&D Lab. You will set up and execute electrical tests on various products, ensuring compliance with IEC standards and proper documentation of results.

The role requires coordination of lab equipment maintenance and support during external inspections in a dynamic, onsite lab environment. The ideal candidate holds an engineering degree (Electrical/ Electronics/ Mechanical/ Instrumentation) with 4–8 years of relevant test experience in

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Master-level engineering degree in electrical, electronics, mechanical, or instrumentation.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Hands-on testing of medium and low-voltage switchgear with HV requirements.

Responsibilities

• Set up and execute tests for different products following standard methodologies.
• Document test results accurately and maintain lab documentation.
• Coordinate maintenance of lab equipment and tools.
• Assist external inspectors during testing activities for ABB or client products.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Documentation

Problem solving

Education

B.E./B.Tech/M.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, or Instrumentation Engineering

Tools

High-voltage testing equipment

Laboratory calibration equipment

Job description

View more categories View less categories Sector Research and Development Role Specialist Contract Type Permanent Hours Full Time

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 responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to set up and execute tests for different products in accordance with standard testing methodologies and requirements. Each day, you will perform your tasks or activities using skills and techniques as well as a practical understanding of concepts used in the field of technology. You will also showcase your expertise by ensuring proper documentation of the test results.

The work model for the role is: #Li-Onsite

This role is contributing to the Electrification business in Distribution Solution division at Nashik, India.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Supporting in the planning and implementation of test plans.
• Coordinating maintenance activities related to the equipment and tools used in the laboratory.
• Identifying and suggesting solutions related to product non-conformities.
• Assisting external certification inspectors during testing activities for ABB or external customer products.

Qualifications for the role

• B.E. / B.Tech / M.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, or Instrumentation Engineering, with strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Minimum 4 to 8 years of relevant experience in electrical testing, laboratory operations, internal audits, documentation, and calibration, preferably in a high-voltage testing laboratory.
• Hands‑on experience in testing of Medium Voltage and Low Voltage Switchgear, including High Voltage, Partial Discharge, Mechanical Endurance, Temperature Rise, Impact & IP, and Short-Circuit Testing.
• Strong knowledge and practical applicability of relevant IEC standards, including IEC 62271 series, IEC 60060 series, IEC 61439, IEC 60947, and IEC 61869 series.
• Experience in ISO/IEC 17025:2017 laboratory management, including internal audits, non-conformity management, CAPA implementation, and development/maintenance of laboratory documentation.
• Experience in test bench rating, finalization, and supplier selection, ensuring test equipment and systems meet specified technical and performance requirements.
• Hands‑on experience in calibration of laboratory equipment, including impulse generators, high-voltage transformers, partial discharge setups, current/voltage sources, oscilloscopes, analyzers, and time measurement units.
• Internal Auditor certification for ISO/IEC 17025 is preferred/required, with demonstrated understanding of laboratory quality management systems.

More about us

ABB's Distribution Solutions Division facilitates the efficient and reliable distribution, protection and control of power by improving electric power quality while strengthening the resilience of the grid. The Division offers segment-specific products and solutions that largely serve utilities, industry and infrastructure segments, often providing the requisite medium-voltage link between high-voltage transmission systems and low-voltage users. With ABB Ability enabled connected solutions at its core, the offering includes medium-voltage air- and gas-insulated switchgear (1 to 66 kilovolts), indoor and outdoor circuit breakers, reclosers, fuses, contactors, relays, instrument transformers, sensors, motor control centers, as well as low-voltage switchgear for the ANSI standard markets.

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