R&D Engineer

ABB is hiring an R&D Engineer in Beijing, China. Level rates it ; you can apply on ABB.

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Little AI ●○○○ is how Level rates this role: aI is not part of the work.
Tools and skills the posting cites include Solidworks, Abacus and Plm.
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AI in this role

Perform mechanical design and optimization for Medium Voltage Gas Insulation Switchgear products.

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At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

R&D Team Lead

What we believe in

At 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. That's our story. Make it your story.

Your role and responsibilities

You will be in charge of Medium Voltage GIS (Gas Insulation Switchgear), especially for RMU (Ring Main Unit), product design according to the market needs and new technology development trend.

The work model for the role is: onsite

This role is contributing to the Distribution Solutions division in China.

You will be mainly accountable for:

Perform mechanical design for Medium Voltage GIS (Gas Insulation Switchgear), especially for RMU (Ring Main Unit).
Design optimization by performing necessary analysis, e.g. DFMA, FMEA, six-sigma, simulation.
Coordination on prototype making and type test according to GB/IEC standard. Follow up new technologies for focused products, have a clear view of technology development trend.
Ensure a successful execution and provide excellent technical contribution to R&D projects.

Qualifications for the role

Bachelor degree or above, majored in Mechanical Engineering. More than 2 years on mechanical design, Switchgear design experience.
Good knowledge about power system and relevant IEC/GB/DL standards.
Fluent in MS office tools, SolidWorks, PLM, Abaqus.
Familiar with power products new technology development trend, especially for RMU
Familiar with manufacture processes of various parts.
Fluent in both oral and written English. Excellent innovation capability
Self-motivated, high curiosity and ability to learn about new technologies. Team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills

What's in it for you?

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.

Benefits

ABB provides competitive benefits, ask 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.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

How we rate this

R&D Engineer at ABB rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

Levels come from how often the tools, models and workflows of the role are named in the posting itself. Read the description and count the AI tools, models and workflows it names.

Key facts

R&D Engineer is an open job at ABB.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The role is based in Beijing, Beijing, China.
The job was posted on October 28, 2026.
Seniority: mid.
Applications are handled by ABB. Apply on ABB

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Skills and AI tools this role asks for

Mechanical DesignSwitchgear DesignDfmaFmeaSix SigmaSolidworksAbacusPlm

Questions you could be asked

Tell me about a project where mechanical design was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where switchgear design was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where dfma was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where fmea was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where six sigma was part of your work. What did you do?

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