R&D Associate Scientist

USTBC ABB Installation Products Inc.; Kraków; Hybrid; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB Electrification Kraków seeks a mechanical engineer to advance simulation work for customers worldwide. You will support the design and development of ABB electrification products and collaborate with international design teams to stay ahead of evolving needs.

You will perform FEM simulations on 2D/3D CAD models, validate large assemblies, and document results with recommendations for design improvements. Strong English and fundamentals of structural analysis are required.

Qualifications

• University degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in FEA (ABAQUS/ NASTRAN/ ANSYS): static/dynamic, modal; ability to simulate large assemblies.
• Experience in CAD modeling (SolidWorks, Creo/Parametric): solid and surface modeling.
• Fundamentals of strength of materials - ability to perform hand calculations for basic structural members.
• Basic knowledge in area of electrical engineering (required to understand the ABB products specifications and design requirements).
• Ability to utilize standards e.g. IEC, IEEE, Eurocode.
• Proficiency in English and effective communication skills.
• Knowledge/experience in any of the following will be beneficial: basic Python and Fortran subroutines for FEA; simulations of thermoplastic injection molding process, machine learning.

Responsibilities

• Cooperation with international design teams on development and optimization of new ABB electrification products including switchgears, apparatus and others.
• Carry out FEM simulations based on 2D/3D CAD models on single components as well as large assemblies (static, dynamic, electro-mechanical, parametric and non-parametric optimizations).
• Design and simulations of MV electrical equipment under electric arc phenomenon.
• Documentation of simulations results and suggestions for design improvement.

Skills

FEA experience

CAD modeling

English proficiency

Materials strength basics

Electrical engineering basics

Engineering standards IEC/IEEE/Eurocod

Python/Fortran knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

University degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo/Parametric

ABAQUS

NASTRAN

ANSYS

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: Team Leader

Your role and responsibilities

In this position, you will play a key part in advancing Electrification solutions for customers worldwide.

As a part of our simulation team, you will utilize your knowledge and skills to support the design and development of the products that stay ahead of time.

The work model for the role is: hybrid #LI-hybrid

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Cooperation with international design teams on development and optimization of new ABB electrification products including switchgears, apparatus and others
• Carry out FEM simulations based on 2D/3D CAD models on single components as well as large assemblies (static, dynamic, electro-mechanical, parametric and non-parametric optimizations)
• Design and simulations of MV electrical equipment under electric arc phenomenon
• Documentation of simulations results and suggestions for design improvement

Qualifications for the role:

• University degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline
• Experience in FEA (ABAQUS/ NASTRAN/ ANSYS): static/dynamic, modal; ability to simulate large assemblies
• Experience in CAD modeling (SolidWorks, Creo/Parametric): solid and surface modeling
• Fundamentals of strength of materials - ability to perform hand calculations for basic structural members
• Basic knowledge in area of electrical engineering (required to understand the ABB products specifications and design requirements)
• Ability to utilize standards e.g. IEC, IEEE, Eurocode
• Proficiency in English and effective communication skills
• Knowledge/experience in any of the following will be beneficial: basic Python and Fortran subroutines for FEA; simulations of thermoplastic injection molding process, machine learning

More about us

Our R&D engineers and scientists develop breakthrough technologies that change the way the world works, and industries do business. We constantly push the limits of convention on our way to running the world without consuming the earth.

ABB's Electrification business has always been at the forefront of innovative electrification and today is writing the future of safe, smart and sustainable electrification. About ABB Electrification: https://bit.ly/2ITfAL4

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.