R&D Department LeadAt 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.
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Global R&D/Technology Manager

Your role and responsibilities

As R&D Team Leader, you will work on ABB’s leading Low Voltage technology platforms, including LV MCC, LV Switchgear and LV Busways, developing new products that address critical market demands and meeting requirements, fully compliant with relevant ANSI- IEEE, NEMA & UL standards. As a leader of the R&D team, you’ll will be supporting technology center manager to establish an open and innovative culture with clear technology vision and strategy. The work model for the role is: ONSITEYou will be mainly accountable for:• Serving as the key technical entry point and high-level discussion partner for the country/region regarding technologies addressed by the local R&D organization.• Supporting in the development of medium and long-term strategies, deriving consistent local strategies and targets, and implementing them in the local organization• Planning capacity, people, and resources for R&D projects and manages conflicts efficiently.• Staying on top of strategic technology, customer, and market developments to provide guidance in local areas of responsibility.Our team dynamicsYou will join a dynamic, talented, high performing team, where you will be able to thrive.

Qualifications for the role

Bachelor degree in engineering required (Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred) PLUS a minimum of 12 years of experience in product development and design of related electrical equipment, preferably with electrical power distribution equipment such as power protection, motor controllers, power inverters, transformers, meters, etc. Masters degree in electrical or mechanical or engineering, a plus. Direct experience with any of the following is highly preferred: Arc resistance Product design / mitigation, Motor Control Design, Communication and protective relays, Simulations for dielectric, static or dynamic forces. Knowledge of circuit breaker design, instrument transformer and operation principles of protection in electrical power systems are desirable Must have strong analytical skills with a solutions-oriented, engineering problem solving mindset. Ability to work collaboratively in a project team environment, as well as working independently to support and deliver effective solutions for assigned engineering projects required. Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

More about us

ABB's Distribution Solutions Division facilitates the efficient and reliable distribution, protection and control of power by improving electric power quality while strengthening the resilience of the grid. The Division offers segment-specific products and solutions that largely serve utilities, industry and infrastructure segments, often providing the requisite medium voltage link between high-voltage transmission systems and low-voltage users. With ABB Ability™ enabled connected solutions at its core, the offering includes medium-voltage air- and gas-insulated switchgear (1 to 66 kilovolts), indoor and outdoor circuit breakers, reclosers, fuses, contactors, relays, instrument transformers, sensors, motor control centers, as well as low-voltage switchgear for the ANSI standard markets.We value people from different backgrounds. Apply today for your next career step within ABB and visit www.abb.com to learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe. #MyABBStoryWe look forward to receiving your application. If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com.Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at ABBABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizen status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, or protected veterans status. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites:https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdfhttps://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdfAs an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, applicants may request to review the Affirmative Action Plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner. #LI-OnsitemyBenefitsABB.com