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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Level rates this role Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
The posting mentions Ansys Maxwell, Motor CAD and electromagnetic design among its tools and skills.
Level classes it as a senior role.
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Senior Electrical Engineer to lead electromagnetic and thermal design and validation of liquid-cooled PMSMs using ANSYS Maxwell and Motor-CAD.

Ansys MaxwellMotor CAD

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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 Senior Engineer

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 MOTR/R&D Department in Shanghai. Main stakeholders are ABB MOTR China.

You will be mainly accountable for:

Lead the end-to-end electromagnetic and thermal design and validation of liquid-cooled PMSMs to meet market requirement, from concept to production.
Proficiently utilize ANSYS Maxwell and Motor-CAD for multi-electric & thermal simulation and design optimization.
Drive the design-optimization to achieve targets for performance, cost, and reliability.
Collaborate closely with the systems and controls team on motor-controller matching and integration. Familiarity with ABB drive products would be an asset.

Qualifications for the role

Master degree or above in Electrical Engineering or related field. 5+ years in PMSM design, preferably for off-road, automotive, or railway applications.
Proficient in ANSYS Maxwell and Motor-CAD for electromagnetic and thermal simulation. Solid understanding of motor manufacturing processes and material characteristics.
Knowledge of motor-controller matching and system integration requirements. Familiarity with control algorithms or embedded software is a plus.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently. Capable of guiding junior engineers and collaborating across teams.

More about us

ABB Traction Division is a recognized leader in onboard propulsion technologies that drive innovation in rail, bus, and industrial vehicle electrification. A comprehensive range of high-performance and full lifecycle managed propulsion, auxiliary and energy storage solutions help improve energy efficiency and contribute to making transportation more sustainable.

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

Senior Electrical 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
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Key facts

Senior Electrical Engineer is an open job at ABB.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The role is based in Shanghai, Shanghai, China.
The job was posted on September 17, 2026.
Seniority: senior.
Applications are handled by ABB. Apply on ABB

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Skills and AI tools this role asks for

Electromagnetic DesignThermal DesignPmsm DesignSimulationAnsys MaxwellMotor CAD

Questions you could be asked

Tell me about a project where electromagnetic design was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where thermal design was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where pmsm 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?
Walk me through how you've used Ansys Maxwell in your day-to-day work.

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