R&D Engineer 80-100%

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In this position, you will contribute ideas for innovative technology developments and solutions, working to solve industrial problems. Reporting to the Head Design & Engineering Advanced Technology, you will contribute creative ideas to R&D projects, as well as proposing follow-up projects and activities based on new ideas.

Your responsibilities

• Monitoring technology developments and ABB products and technologies, and identifying technical drivers for R&D projects
• Participating in working teams, disseminating technical/scientific knowledge in projects, and assisting colleagues in applying processes and tools
• Analyze and challenge existing matured design concepts
• Conduct competitor design analyses within and outside our core industries
• Work-out alternative and innovative turbocharger design features challenging the status quo and providing tangible benefits for ABB and/or customers
• Elaborate and assess advanced and innovative design concepts as a base for strategic development directions
• Realize technology demonstrators and develop related technologies towards a maturity that it can be applied for new product development projects
• Identifying risks in R&D projects

Your background

• Min. 3 years industry experiences years of experience in Mechanical/Industrial/Electrical Engineering working as R&D Engineer with engine technologies (engine construct, turbocharging, electrical motors/actuators)
• Sound knowledge of 3D design and analysis tools
• and the engine and power generation market
• Knowledge of CATIA V5/6 ideal (as well as other CAD packages), knowledge of GENERATIVE PART STRUCTURE ANALYSIS and Abaqus and Ansys preferable.
• A solution-focused approach and strong written and spoken communication skills
• Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Business fluent in English and German

Benefits

• Canteen
• Childcare
• Flexible work practices

More about us

ABB Turbocharging manufactures and maintains turbochargers for engines on ships, power stations, diesel locomotives and large, off-highway vehicles. We strive to be a trusted partner in supporting our customers transit towards sustainable industries with innovative technology, expertise and smart solutions. We look forward to receiving your application. The recruiting process is being led by Nathalie Bierschenk, Talent Partner ABB Switzerland Ltd. If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com. We look forward to receiving your application (documents submitted in English are appreciated). If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com. ABB Data Privacy Statement: https://new.abb.com/privacy-notice/candidate