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ABB · 23 hours ago

Power System Engineer

ABB is a global market leader helping industries become leaner and cleaner. They are seeking a Power System Engineer to support customers in designing and implementing advanced DC architectures for data centers and industrial applications, focusing on DC distribution equipment and power electronics.

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Responsibilities

Design DC power distribution systems incorporating DC distribution equipment such as switchgear, circuit breakers, busbars, energy storage and other power electronics devices
Co-develop solutions with customers to ensure alignment with market needs
Perform electrical system simulations and validate architectures through practical evaluation
Conduct system studies (load flow, short-circuit, protection coordination) using simulation tools
Develop and evaluate protection schemes (short-circuit analysis, coordination, etc.)
Collaborate with R&D teams responsible for developing power electronics solutions and DC equipment
Frequently review and understand relevant standards, including those still under development, to ensure compliance and future readiness

Qualification

Power system designDC protection principlesElectrical system simulationPower electronics knowledgeElectrical engineering degreeTechnical discussion leadershipIndustry standards

Required

5+ years in power system design, preferably DC systems
Strong knowledge of DC protection principles and emerging standards (IEC, IEEE)
Electrical system design/engineering expertise in DC distribution
Master's in Electrical Engineering or related field
Electrical system simulation expertise (MATLAB/Simulink, PSCAD, ETAP)
Good knowledge of power electronics, including topologies, basics of semiconductor switching and converter protection
Ability to lead technical discussions with customers and internal teams to align on requirements and solutions
Ability to design and evaluate DC protection schemes (short-circuit analysis, coordination)
Strong understanding of industry standards, relevant organizations and ability to track evolving regulations

Company

ABB provides electrification and automation solutions for various industries.

H1B Sponsorship

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2024 (51)
2023 (58)
2022 (63)
2021 (52)
2020 (46)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$548.55M
Key Investors
European Investment Bank
2023-11-21Post Ipo Debt· $545.85M
2013-09-23Grant· $2.7M
2001-04-06IPO

Leadership Team

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Morten Wierod
CEO
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Håvard Devold
Vice President, Market Development, Country Technology manager
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