ABB · 6 days ago
Senior Scientist - Power Electronic Converters (80-100%)
Location, WV
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expABB is a global market leader in helping industries become more efficient and sustainable. They are seeking a Senior Scientist to bring modern power electronic solutions from research into product development, focusing on optimizing converter topologies and components for various applications.
AutomotiveEnergyEnergy ManagementIndustrial AutomationRobotics
Responsibilities
Simulating and optimizing power electronic topologies and converters for various applications including conducting broad system level studies
Leading and participating in converter design projects in collaboration with the business while mentoring juniors
Designing, implementing, and testing converter prototypes in the lab
Driving innovation by developing new power electronic concepts and solutions
Qualification
Required
PhD with emphasis on power electronics converter design, optimization, and converter prototyping with an additional minimum 3 years of relevant industrial experience
Hands-on laboratory skills, a willingness to work independently and take initiative in designing, building, and testing converter prototypes. A broader set of skills is expected
Fluency in English, both spoken and written
Preferred
Experience with setting-up converter testing by means of circulating power in a back-to-back configuration will be advantageous
Experience in design, commissioning and testing of medium voltage and 3-phase grid connected inverters/rectifiers will be advantageous
Experience in applied control theory including hardware implementation of control for power electronic systems can be advantageous
Company
ABB
ABB provides electrification and automation solutions for various industries.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$548.55MKey Investors
European Investment Bank
2023-11-21Post Ipo Debt· $545.85M
2013-09-23Grant· $2.7M
2001-04-06IPO
Leadership Team
Morten Wierod
CEO
Håvard Devold
Vice President, Market Development, Country Technology manager
Recent News
2025-12-17
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