R&D Senior Engineer

ABB is hiring an R&D Senior Engineer. Level rates it ; you can apply on ABB.

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On Level's scale, this role is Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
The posting mentions Solidworks, Auto CAD and SAP among its tools and skills.
Level classes it as a senior role.
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R&D Senior Engineer responsible for medium-voltage switchgear design, 3D/2D modeling, simulations, and product development.

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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

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute significantly to successful project results in technology, software, product, and/or solution development, as well as associated Intellectual Property (IP). Each day, you will act as the first point of contact in Research and Development for specific product-related issues and maintenance. You will also showcase your expertise by identifying, proposing, and implementing innovative solutions.

The work model for the role is: {onsite}

This role is contributing to the {TC_P GIS Team} in {Xiamen, China}. Main stakeholders are {ELDS}.

You will be mainly accountable for:

Lead or participate MV switchgear R&D work according to project requirement, including mechanical components and electrical components 3D and 2D design, prepare related project document.
Lead or conduct related analysis and simulation during product development, experiences of quality tools (such as DFM/A, FMEA, six-sigma) and mechanical and electrical simulations.
Guide or participate prototype manufacturing and type tests.
Be responsible for problem analysis and solving of product technical related issues, providing technical support.
Cooperate with other departments and other TCs and LBU/GPGs in order to finish project on time and target

Our team dynamics
You will join a {dynamic, talented, high performing} team, where you will be able to thrive.

Qualifications for the role

Bachelor degree or above, major in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical design
3~ 5 years’ experience in power products (High Voltage, Medium Voltage, apparatus),
Prefer GIS circuit breaker design experience ，GIS断路器传动链及机构方向
Well know about power system knowledge and relevant IEC/GB/DL standards
Well know MS office tools, SolidWorks, Auto-CAD, SAP, and simulation tool and other related,
Familiar with power products new technology development trend, such as Switchgear Monitoring & Diagnostic etc.
Familiar with manufacture processes of various parts
Be good at oral and written English
Good communication and presentation skills
Good team work spirit，able to adapt to cross-cultural working environment, to take responsibility and pressure.
Agile thinking, with innovative spirit and consciousness

More about us
ABB is a technology-based provider of power and automation products, systems, solutions and services. Building on our core strengths of technology leadership, pioneering spirit and a sustainable approach to business, ABB helps our customers to become more profitable while lowering environment impact.

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 Senior 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 Senior Engineer is an open job at ABB.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The role is based in Xiamen, Fujian, China.
The job was posted on October 8, 2026.
Seniority: senior.
Applications are handled by ABB. Apply on ABB

Prepare for this job

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Skills and AI tools this role asks for

3d DesignSimulationR DSwitchgearSolidworksAuto CADSAP

Questions you could be asked

Tell me about a project where 3d design was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where simulation was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where r d was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where switchgear was part of your work. What did you do?
Walk me through how you've used Solidworks in your day-to-day work.

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List these exact terms on your resume: 3d Design, Simulation, R D, Switchgear, and Solidworks. An applicant tracking system matches the wording, not the idea.
Attach one line of real, concrete experience to at least one of them. A tool named with nothing behind it rarely survives a human read.

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