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Abb

Principal Scientist - Power Electronics

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Abb
A global leader in automation, electrification, and digitalization solutions for industries.
Lead power electronics R&D, drive tech, supervise design, testing, and project proposals.
6d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Raleigh, NC
Onsite
Company Size
105,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
What you would be doing
circuit design
firmware development
simulation testing
prototyping
test analysis
supplier coordination
  • Lead research and R&D projects with multi-disciplinary teams
  • Supervise the design of electronic circuits and printed circuit boards
  • Assessing new technologies for a variety of applications (power supplies, grid connected converters, UPS, EV chargers, motor drives, and more)
  • Coordinate and engage in relationship with key suppliers
  • Supervise the generation and testing of simulation models and hardware demonstrators
  • Represent ABB in professional conferences, industry consortia, and other events
  • Supervise the development of firmware for low- and high-level functions of power converters
  • Write invention disclosures and provide technical inputs for patent filings
  • Developing technical requirements and creating new designs
  • Coordinate the generation of project proposals for third party funding
  • Supervise the analysis of test results and generation of documentation
  • Contribute to strategic planning activities
  • Supervise the prototyping of test assemblies, running experiments, and recording of test data
  • Supervise and contribute to the preparing internal and external technical reports, presentations, and publications
  • Scouting new technologies, generating project proposals, and getting buy-in from sponsors and potential receivers
What you bring
ph.d.
power electronics
pcb design
firmware
lab equipment
grant writing
  • Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.
  • Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering in the field of Power Electronics with a minimum of 5 years of experience, or a master’s degree in electrical engineering - Power Electronics with a minimum of 10 years of experience required.
  • Experience with writing proposals and securing third party funding for research projects
  • Demonstrated skills in effective communication, presentation of results, and networking
  • Experience with using lab equipment, such as oscilloscopes, probes, meters, power supplies, and another basic lab equipment
  • Demonstrated ability to learn quickly, work in international teams, and lead teams and manage projects
  • Experience with PCB design
  • Ability to travel - up to 15% travel.
  • Experience with writing firmware code for DSPs, MCUs, and FPGAs (C, C++, Verilog)
  • Experience with designing and prototyping of electrical circuits, working with PCB manufacturers and machine shops for manufacturing of prototypes
Benefits
  • Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
  • Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
  • 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
  • Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
  • Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
  • ABB provides 11 paid holidays.
  • Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
  • Vision benefit
  • Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
  • Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks
  • Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
  • Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums
  • Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
  • Employee discount program
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
Founded 1883
Year established
The company was established in 1883, marking the beginning of its journey as a global technology leader.
  • A global technology leader with a rich history of innovation.
  • Focuses on electrification, automation, robotics, and digitalization for global industries.
  • Delivers solutions to improve productivity, energy efficiency, and sustainability.
  • A key player in sectors like utilities, transportation, manufacturing, and infrastructure.
  • Notable projects include electrification of rail networks, automation in factories, and energy-efficient grid solutions.
  • Continues to lead in integrating cutting-edge technologies, combining the digital and physical worlds.
Culture + Values
  • Customer orientation
  • Innovation
  • Collaboration
  • Sustainability
  • Integrity
  • Accountability
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net Zero Commitment
Aim to achieve net zero carbon emissions across operations and supply chain.
  • Sustainability at the core of business model
  • Reduction of CO2 emissions in operations and supply chain
  • Committed to renewable energy
  • Energy efficiency solutions for customers
  • Increased use of recycled materials in products
  • Support for the UN Sustainable Development Goals
Inclusion & Diversity
24% Women Leadership
Gender Diversity in Leadership
Percentage of leadership positions held by women in the organization.
30% Target by 2025
Target Goal for Women
Aim to increase women in leadership roles to 30% by 2025.
  • Partnerships with global organizations to promote inclusion
  • Focused efforts on empowering women in technical fields
  • Promotion of a culture of respect and equal opportunity
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