Junior Control Software Engineer

ABB; Aleksandrów Łódzki; On-site; PLN 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB Traction in Poland is seeking a proactive Junior Control Software Engineer to join our multidisciplinary engineering team. You will develop the application layer of the control software for traction converters used in trams, locomotives, trains, buses, and mining vehicles, from requirements through to release on the final system.

The role involves creating and updating software and documentation to standards, testing in real-time simulators and labs, and providing technical support to peers

Qualifications

• University degree in a relevant engineering field.
• Knowledge of closed-loop control software development.
• Experience with real-time programming.
• Exposure to standards like EN 50657/50128/ISO 26262 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develops the application layer of the control software for traction converters using SW templates from requirements to release on the final system.
• Creates and updates software and documentation according to defined standards and homologation needs.
• Tests and troubleshoots software in real-time simulators and laboratories, and supports customers during commissioning and homologation on the vehicle.
• Provides technical support to peers, other disciplines, and customers during project development, laboratory testing, homologation, initial operation, and service.
• Coordinates technical solutions with peers to maximize SW re-use and accelerate standardization.

Skills

Real-time programming

Control systems

Software testing

Team collaboration

Education

University degree in Control Systems / Electrical Engineering / Mechatronics / CS

Tools

IEC 61131-3 (CODESYS)

Matlab/Simulink

CAN/TRDP/J1939/MVB

SVN/Git

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:

Engineering Manager

Your Role And Responsibilities

For our competence center at ABB Traction in Poland, we are looking for a proactive and eager-to-learn Junior Control Software Engineer to strengthen our multi-disciplinary Engineering team. If you like working in a dynamic environment, developing traction application software for a wide range of vehicles such as trams, locomotives, trains, buses, maintenance vehicles, rack rail trains or mining trucks, mixing technical challenges and customer focus, this opportunity is for you!

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Develops the application layer of the control software for customer projects for traction converters using SW templates, from software requirements definition to the operational release running on the final system.
• Creates and updates software and documentation according to the defined standards and homologation needs.
• Tests and troubleshoots software in diverse environments such as real-time simulators and laboratories, and supports customers during commissioning and homologation on the vehicle. Willingness to travel between 20% and 30% of the time is required. Night shifts and weekend work may be needed during travel periods.
• Provides technical support to peers, other disciplines, and customers during project development, laboratory testing, homologation, initial operation, and service.
• Coordinates technical solutions with peers to maximize SW re-utilization, minimize the risk of bugs, and accelerate standardization.

Qualifications For The Role

• University (Higher Education) degree in Control Systems, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or an equivalent field.
• Knowledge of SW development for closed-loop control, signal processing, algorithms, and real-time programming mechanisms.
• Experience with IEC 61131-3 programming languages (CODESYS), Matlab Simulink, and communication/field bus protocols (CAN, TRDP, J1939, MVB, ...) is considered an advantage.
• Knowledge of SW versioning tools (SVN, Git) is considered an advantage.
• Broad knowledge of converter control, power electronics, or automotive systems.
• Understanding of SW development process standards (such as EN 50657, EN 50128, or ISO 26262) is considered a plus.
• Ability to work effectively in close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, learn quickly, and embrace new challenges.
• Fluency in Polish and English; German is considered a plus.

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