Senior Electrical Engineer
ABB is hiring a Senior Electrical Engineer in Shanghai, China. 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 electrical design, electromagnetic design and motor development among its tools and skills.
- Level classes it as a senior role.
- ABB has 2,100+ other open roles on Level.
- Posted within the past two weeks.
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Senior Electrical Engineer needed to carry out detailed electrical design and performance calculations for new motor and generator projects.
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__
At ABB, we help important industries outrun - leaner and cleaner.
Every person here makes that happen. By rethinking, rewiring, and improving, we combine the world’s best minds and technologies to elevate performance to a whole new level.
Your Role and Responsibilities
· Product Development and Design
1. Carry out the detailed electrical design for new motor and generator development projects, including electromagnetic design, winding design and performance calculations, and complete design verification and validation.
2. Independently complete concept designs and product series designs. Ensure products comply with applicable standards (e.g., IEC 60034, GB/T 755) and customer technical requirements, and prepare technical documentation such as design specifications and calculation reports.
3. Take part in project reviews at all stages (e.g., design reviews and delivery reviews), providing technical support, risk assessment and solution analysis from an electrical perspective.
Product Performance Analysis and Improvement
Support the Product Platform Manager in analyzing the electrical performance of product series. Collect, organize and analyze test and field data, identify performance gaps, and recommend platform upgrades or improvements.
Problem Solving and Collaboration
Help resolve electrical issues in production and at customer sites. Take part in root cause analysis (e.g., 8D), define corrective and preventive actions, and track them through to completion.
Qualifications for the Role
· Bachelor's degree or above
· 5+ years of design work experience in motors, generators, or electrical equipment
· Solid knowledge in electromagnetic design
· Good command of electric design on Asynchronous, Synchronous motor electro-magetic design ,
· Good grasp on motor structure , heat transfer theory , electromagnetic vibration , Noise related knowledge
· Can understand motor- driving theory , electrical motor material , production process
· Mindset to innovate, take ownership, drive improvement
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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 offers a full range of benefits to help you thrive at work and beyond.
More about us
The High Power Division offers a comprehensive product portfolio of large AC motors and generators. The Division’s induction, synchronous and special design motors and synchronous generators power critical applications across industry, infrastructure and marine transportation. Combining the best available materials with superior technology, the large motors and generators are designed to operate efficiently and reliably, even for challenging processes or applications and to have low life cycle costs.
Call to Action
Join us. Be part of the team where progress happens, industries transform, and your work shapes the world. Run What Runs the World.
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.
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