Power Electronics Scientist

About the role

ABB is hiring a Power Electronics Scientist for its research center in Raleigh, NC, reporting to the Department Manager of Power Electronics. The role contributes to ABB's technology, software, product and system development, identifies and implements innovative solutions and works both independently and within a Research & Development team. The work is onsite at the Raleigh research center.

Key responsibilities

• Scout new technologies, create proposals and secure sponsor buy-in
• Assess new technologies for power supplies, grid-connected converters, UPS, EV chargers, motor drives and more
• Develop technical requirements, design electronic circuits and printed circuit boards
• Develop firmware for power converters and build and test simulation models and hardware demonstrators
• Select components, engage suppliers, build test assemblies, run experiments and record and analyze test data
• Prepare technical reports, presentations and publications, write invention disclosures and support patent filings
• Represent ABB at professional conferences and contribute to strategic planning

Required profile

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (or graduate by May 31, 2027) in Power Electronics, or a Master's in Electrical Engineering with a Power Electronics focus and at least 2 years' experience
• Previous experience writing proposals and securing research funding
• Ability to travel up to 15%
• US work authorization

Required skills

• Firmware coding for DSPs, MCUs and FPGAs (C, C++, Verilog, VHDL)
• PCB design, especially with Altium or Cadence
• Power electronics integration design, CAD software and FEA thermal simulations
• Oscilloscopes, probes, meters and basic lab equipment

What we offer

• Medical plans (PPO or high-deductible with HSA), dental, vision, life insurance and supplemental coverage
• Short and long term disability, parental leave and an employee assistance program
• 401(k) with company contributions and an employee stock acquisition plan
• 11 paid holidays and vacation based on years of service