R&D Electronic Engineer

Abb; Monza; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Wellbeing support for employees and

Welfare plan with personalized

Canteen or meal vouchers

Company Productivity Bonus

Job summary

ABB is seeking an R&D Electronics Engineer to shape hardware architecture for electronic boards within its Smart Power Division. You will translate system requirements into hardware specifications, drive IP considerations, and lead demonstrator development in a hybrid work setting.

The role requires 3+ years in analog/digital electronics, EMC knowledge, and proficiency with Altium Designer and PSPICE. Italian and English fluency are essential.

Qualifications

• Background in electronics with at least 3 years in analog signal conditioning, power conversion, and digital circuits.
• Experience in HW design for industrial applications with EMC testing and troubleshooting knowledge.
• Ability to read technical specs and electronic schematics.
• Ability to translate high-level product requirements into technical requirements and development tasks.
• Understanding of Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) and maturation activities.

Responsibilities

• Define the architecture and block diagrams of electronic boards, mapping isolation barriers, power management, functional blocks, and interfaces.
• Collaborate in an Agile team to align on user stories and backlog items.
• Drive IP creation and patent considerations in discussions with the team.
• Translate system requirements into hardware-level specifications and design activities.
• Monitor emerging technologies to identify drivers for R&D projects aligned with business goals.
• Lead technology demonstrator development and prepare comprehensive project documentation from feasibility to detail design.
• Perform preliminary design pre-validation tests and assess theoretical quality and reliability.
• Support the Test Lab across testing phases and synthesize test reports to validate final products.

Skills

Agile teamwork

Italian fluency

English fluency

Tools

Altium Designer

PSPICE

Oscilloscopes

Test equipment

Job description

As part of ABB’s new Agile Organization in the Smart Power Division, you will shape hardware architecture for electronic boards and drive impactful R&D initiatives. You’ll collaborate across systems, software, and IP to translate concepts into hardware requirements and robust designs. Your work supports safe, reliable power electronics for industrial applications and energy-efficient solutions. This role offers hands-on development, cross-functional teamwork, and a path to influence ABB’s technology roadmap.

• Hybrid work options
• Wellbeing support for employees and families
• Welfare plan with personalized services
• Canteen or meal vouchers
• Company Productivity Bonus
• Define the architecture and block diagrams of electronic boards, mapping isolation barriers, power management, functional blocks, and interfaces
• Collaborate in an Agile team to align on user stories and backlog items
• Drive IP creation and patent considerations in discussions with the team
• Translate system requirements into hardware-level specifications and design activities
• Monitor emerging technologies to identify drivers for R&D projects aligned with business goals
• Lead technology demonstrator development and prepare comprehensive project documentation from feasibility to detail design
• Perform preliminary design pre-validation tests and assess theoretical quality and reliability
• Support the Test Lab across testing phases and synthesize test reports to validate final products
• Background in electronics with at least 3 years in analog signal conditioning, power conversion, and digital circuits including industrial communication protocols
• Experience in HW design for industrial applications with EMC testing and troubleshooting knowledge
• Ability to read technical specs and electronic schematics
• Ability to define high-level architecture and functional block diagrams during concept phases
• Ability to translate high-level product requirements into technical requirements and development tasks
• Understanding of Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) and maturation activities
• Familiarity with Gate Model development processes (Technology/ Product Development)
• Proficiency with Altium Designer or equivalent, PSPICE, and basic oscilloscope and test equipment knowledge
• Ability to assess feasibility, risks, and product limitations and communicate recommendations to product management
• Proactive, innovative mindset with negotiation and networking skills; comfortable in agile, dynamic, cross-functional environments
• Fluency in Italian and English
• Proactivity
• Negotiation
• Networking
• Altium Designer or equivalent
• PSPICE simulator
• Oscilloscopes and function generators

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