- Location
- Fornebu, Viken, Norway · Ulsteinvik, Rogaland, Norway
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Engineering
- Seniority
- Senior
- Education
- Master
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Workday
Description
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 Unit Lead__
At ABB, we believe that the next generation of ships will be electric, digital and connected, as the industry moves towards new energy sources and autonomous ship operations.
ABB are now searching for an R&D Engineer/R&D Senior Engineer, in Marine & Ports division at Fornebu or Ulsteinvik, Norway to help us build the future of Marine Technology.
Electric propulsion, AC or DC distribution, energy storage systems and new renewable energy sources for different vessel types are part of ABB’s offering to the marine industry.
In this position you will contribute to the development and maintain our marine electric power system solutions, with focus on DC distribution, energy storage solutions, and power electronic components within these systems.
Your responsibilities:
- Lead certain R&D activities within the above mentioned Projects
- Support our delivery project organizations
- Participate in defining the future technology strategy
You will participate in R&D projects related to development and maintenance of:
- In house power electronic components.
- Onboard DC Grid solutions.
- Energy storage solutions
Your background:
- B. Sc/M.Sc. degree in electrical engineering.
- A few years of work experience related to power electronics.
- Preferably knowledge of DC distribution systems and energy storage systems.
- Experience from Maritime Industry
We offer an international and dynamic working environment where our business delivers advanced technology in large projects across the world in a customer-oriented and highly globalized industry. You will work with highly skilled colleagues who enjoy sharing knowledge and helping each other succeed.
Interested in joining the crew? Please apply for the position by November 29, 2026. We look forward to receiving your application.
ABB is a supplier of critical infrastructure. Personnel safety is therefore important to ABB and our customers. In collaboration with Meditor, ABB in Norway conducts background checks on candidates who receive offers of employment. This is to ensure compliance with ABB’s guidelines for recruitment and personnel safety, as well as compliance with legal requirements related to trade sanctions. Candidates will be asked to provide relevant information.
ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. By connecting its engineering and digitalization expertise, ABB helps industries run at high performance, while becoming more efficient, productive and sustainable so they outperform. At ABB, we call this ‘Engineered to Outrun’. The company has over 140 years of history and around 110,000 employees worldwide. ABB’s shares are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ABBN) and Nasdaq Stockholm (ABB).
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.