Internship - R&D Associate Engineer

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:

Technical Product Manager

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Your role and responsibilities

You will be part of the R&D center IT, working on several electromechanical and electronic low voltage protection devices (RCCB, RCBO, MCB, AFDD, motor reclosing, …) and measurement devices (meters, network analyzer, …).

You will be part of the design team, supporting and contributing to the development of new products, inside a global and international environment.

The work model for the role is: onsite

In particular, you will:

• Work on new design for current sensors and electromechanical actuators, starting from state of the art and knowledge of magnetic materials and basic electronics.

• Prepare design calculations using standard and non-standard calculation tools.

• Define (and in some cases execute) the dedicated test plan to validate the technical assumptions.

• Participate to new product development projects focused on specific electric problems (e.g. short circuit current limitation, residual current configurations definition, ...).

• Follow up prototypes construction; plan and analyze experimental tests in order to verify technical solutions; adjust design as required based on test results, to arrive to the final solution.

• Support operation functions during production process implementation of new products or modifications to existing ones.

• Propose appropriate list of materials necessary for design, providing and maintaining Bills of Materials of products.

• Support mechanical parts and assemblies design, in collaboration with the design team and in accordance with specifications and products standards.

• Collaborate with internal and external resources, inside national and international working team.

Qualifications for the role

• Education: a Master Degree in Electrical Engineer or Physics.

• Strong electrotechnical and electromagnetic background. Basic knowledge of statistical analysis.

• Technical skills: proficiency in Matlab/Simulink, knowledge of the main PC tools (MS office).

• Languages: ability to communicate fluently in both Italian and English.

• Knowledge of FEM electromagnetic simulators (Ansys Maxwell) is a plus.

• Knowledge of CAD tool (Catia, Creo, …) is a plus.

• Previous experience in design of electromechanical devices is a plus.

• Soft Skills: we are looking for a proactive, curious and motivated person, with good communication skills and teamwork oriented.

Benefits

Locally, you can count on:

• Flexibility and work-life balance: Flexible working hours, hybrid work options, and a strong focus on work-life integration.
• Meal allowance: Access to canteen

Join us. Be part of the team where progress happens, industries transform, and your work shapes the world. 

Run What Runs the World.  

More about us

ABB Smart Buildings enables optimization of energy efficiency, safety, security and comfort for any building type, through new installations or retrofit solutions. The Division offers integrated digital technologies to control HVAC, lighting, shutters, and security, in addition to energy distribution solutions including DIN rail products, enclosures and emergency lighting through to industrial plugs and sockets and conventional wiring accessories, accommodating for single family homes, multiple dwellings, commercial buildings, infrastructure and industrial applications. The Division’s highly innovative technologies and digital solutions serve rising global demand among real estate developers, owners, and investors for smart building technologies that optimize energy distribution and building automation. The scalable solutions aim to deliver significant sustainable and financial benefits, meeting social and environmental demands, while being able to address even the most complex of customers’ carbon reduction strategies.

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.