Senior R&D Domain Engineer

ABB; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 2,000,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB in Bengaluru, India, seeks a Senior R&D Software Engineer – Control Library Development to design, develop, validate, and lifecycle manage AC 800M Control Library components. You will work in an Agile team delivering robust automation software.

You will partner with Product Management, Architects, Safety Engineers, and global R&D teams to ensure quality and compliance with standards while mentoring others and adopting advanced engineering tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics, Electrical, Instrumentation, Automation Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 6–10 years in industrial automation, control systems, software development, testing, validation, or functional safety engineering.
• Experience with ABB System 800xA, AC 800M, Control Builder M, IEC 61131-3.
• Knowledge of IEC 61508, testing, release validation, and quality assurance preferred.
• Azure DevOps, Agile, AI-assisted tools, and modern workflows a plus.
• Troubleshooting, mentoring, reusable solutions, and driving innovation.
• Analytical, communicat., collaborative, problem-solving, commitment to engineering excellence.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, maintain, and validate AC 800M Control Library components.
• Perform impact analysis, integration, regression testing, release validation, and root-cause analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver customer-focused solutions.
• Mentor team, adopt AI tools, promote reusable practices, and improve quality.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Mentoring

Adaptability

Agile

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electronics/Electrical/Instrumentation/Automation

Tools

ABB System 800xA

AC 800M

Control Builder M

IEC 61131-3 Structured Text

Azure DevOps

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 Manager

What We Believe In

ABB's Process Automation business area enables customers to operate some of the world's largest and most complex industrial infrastructures, helping them outrun – leaner and cleaner.

We deliver automation, electrification, and digital solutions across process, hybrid, and maritime industries through advanced industrial software, distributed control systems, safety solutions, and analytics technologies that accelerate digital transformation and operational excellence.

Your Role And Responsibilities

In this role, we are looking for a Senior R&D Software Engineer – Control Library Development to join our Energy Industries Digital Organization. You will contribute to the design, development, validation, and lifecycle management of AC 800M Control Libraries that power ABB's industrial automation and safety systems.

Working as part of a collaborative Agile engineering team, you will develop reusable control software components, perform product validation, and ensure the delivery of robust, reliable, and standards-compliant automation solutions while partnering with Product Management, Architects, Safety Engineers, Quality Engineering, and global R&D teams.

This role is contributing to the Energy Industries – AC 800M Control Library Development, Testing, Validation & Lifecycle Support organization in Bangalore, India.

The work model for the role is: Hybrid

You will be mainly accountable for

• Design, develop, maintain, and validate AC 800M Control Library components, reusable function blocks, communication interfaces, and engineering modules while ensuring compliance with ABB engineering, quality, and functional safety standards.
• Perform impact analysis, product integration, regression testing, release validation, compatibility assessments, and root-cause analysis to ensure reliable, high-quality software throughout the product lifecycle.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Architects, Safety Engineers, Quality Engineering, and global R&D teams to deliver customer-focused solutions while participating in technical reviews, release readiness activities, and continuous product improvements.
• Drive engineering excellence by mentoring team members, adopting AI-assisted engineering tools, promoting reusable engineering practices, contributing to innovation initiatives, and continuously improving software quality, testing effectiveness, and engineering productivity.

Qualifications For The Role

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics, Electrical, Instrumentation, Automation Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 6–10 years of experience in industrial automation, control systems, software development, testing, validation, or functional safety engineering.
• Strong experience with ABB System 800xA, AC 800M, Control Builder M, IEC 61131-3 Structured Text, and control library development, testing, validation, and lifecycle management.
• Knowledge of IEC 61508 Functional Safety, regression testing, integration testing, release validation, impact analysis, and product quality assurance methodologies is preferred.
• Experience with Azure DevOps, Agile development practices, AI-assisted engineering tools, and modern software engineering workflows is considered an advantage.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues, mentor engineers, contribute to reusable engineering solutions, and drive innovation across product development activities.
• Strong analytical, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills with a commitment to engineering excellence, continuous learning, and delivering high-quality industrial software.

More About Us

ABB's Energy Industries business serves customers across hydrocarbons, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, power generation, water, and other process industries by delivering integrated automation, electrification, and digital solutions that improve operational efficiency, safety, sustainability, and reliability.

Our R&D organization develops next-generation industrial automation software, distributed control systems, safety solutions, and digital engineering platforms that help customers optimize operations and accelerate their digital transformation. By combining deep domain expertise with advanced technologies, ABB continues to shape the future of industrial automation.

At ABB, you'll collaborate with global engineering teams to develop mission‑critical automation software, enhance functional safety solutions, and contribute to innovative industrial control technologies. We foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, diversity, and inclusion where every individual is empowered to make a meaningful impact.

ABB is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. Employment is subject to applicable background verification and pre‑employment screening in accordance with ABB policies.

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.