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Principal Scientist - Power Electronics At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions. Write the next chapter of your ABB story. This is a position with grade 12 This position reports to Research Department Manager Your role and responsibilities In this role, you will work with team members in ABB’s global R&D community, suppliers of novel technologies for power electronics applications, and collaborators in partner companies and universities. We encourage personal initiative and entrepreneurial behavior, and in return offer a challenging and rewarding work environment. You will communicate your results in reports and other publications, while following and contributing to scientific discussions in your area. The work model for the role is: Onsite. This role contributes to the ABB Corporate Research Center located on North Carolina State’s Centennial Campus in Raleigh, NC. You will be mainly accountable for: Leading research and R&D projects with multidisciplinary teams, developing technical requirements, creating new designs, scouting and assessing new technologies, generating project proposals, and getting buy-in from sponsors and potential receivers for a variety of applications (power supplies, grid-connected converters, UPS, EV chargers, motor drives, and more). Coordinating the generation of project proposals for third-party funding and engaging in relationships with key suppliers. Supervising the design of electronic circuits and printed circuit boards; developing firmware for power converters; generating and testing simulation models and hardware demonstrators; prototyping test assemblies, running experiments, recording test data; analyzing test results; and documenting findings. Preparing internal and external technical reports, presentations, and publications. Writing invention disclosures and providing technical inputs for patent filings. Join a collaborative, dedicated, and talented team where you can thrive. Qualifications for the role Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power Electronics preferred, with at least 5 years of experience in Power Electronics and/or Power Converters OR a Master’s degree with at least 10 years of relevant experience. Ability to learn quickly, work in international teams, lead teams, and manage projects. Experience in writing proposals and securing research funding. Experience in designing and prototyping electrical circuits, working with PCB manufacturers and machine shops. Experience in writing firmware for DSPs, MCUs, FPGAs (C, C++, Verilog), and PCB design. Ability to work onsite full-time and travel up to 15%. More about us ABB Electrification is a global leader in electrical distribution and management, committed to transforming the way people connect, live, and work through innovative products, solutions, and digital technologies that promote energy efficiency and sustainability. We value diversity and invite you to apply for your next career step with us. Visit to learn more about our impact worldwide. #MyABBStory We are an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other protected statuses. For more information on your rights, visit the provided EEOC and DOL links. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Contact us at 1-888-694-7762 or US-AskHR@abb.com for assistance. #J-18808-Ljbffr ABB Schweiz AG

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