Overview In this role, you will contribute to a brand-new Agile R&D; team within ABB's Smart Power Division, shaping hardware architectures for electronic boards and translating system needs into hardware specs. You'll work cross-functionally with system architects, software teams, and the Test Lab to deliver demonstrators, documentation, and validated hardware solutions. You'll monitor technology trends to drive R&D; projects and help protect IP through invention discussions. This position offers hands-on hardware design in a dynamic, collaborative environment focused on energy and reliability at scale.

Retribuzione / Benefits

Flexible working hours

Hybrid work options

Wellbeing support for employees and families

Welfare plan with personalized services

Canteen or meal vouchers

Compensation depending on role and location

Responsabilità

Realize the architecture and block diagrams of electronic boards and define rules for isolation, power management, and interfaces.

Collaborate with Agile team to align on backlogs and implement user stories.

Drive IP creation and patent discussions in the context of ABB's innovations.

Translate system requirements into hardware requirement specifications with system architects and software teams.

Monitor tech developments and identify drivers for R&D; projects aligned with business needs.





Lead technology demonstrator development and manage project documentation from feasibility to design.

Perform preliminary design pre-validation tests and assess theoretical quality and reliability.

Support Test Lab activities, evaluate test reports, and provide validation viewpoints.

Requisiti fondamentali

Studies background in Electronics

At least 3 years in design/analysis of analog signal conditioning, power conversion topologies, and digital circuits including industrial protocols

HW design experience in industrial applications and EMC knowledge

Ability to read technical specs and schematics

Ability to define high-level architecture and translate requirements into development tasks

Understanding of Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) and maturation activities

Familiarity with Gate Model development processes

Familiar with Altium Designer or equivalent,

PSPICE

, and board rework processes

Basic knowledge of oscilloscopes, function generators, and other test equipment

Ability to assess technical feasibility, risks, and provide recommendations

Proactivity, innovation, negotiation and networking skills

Motivation to work in agile, cross-functional teams with self-reliant attitude

Proficient in Italian and English

Proactivity

Innovative mindset

Negotiation and networking

Altium Designer

PSPICE

EMC testing and troubleshooting

📌 R&D DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER (Bergamo)
🏢 ABB
📍 Bergamo