R&D Product Engineer

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ABB Smart Power is a global technology leader, with products and solutions that make power supplies smart, connected and protected. Its intelligent products and solutions make power more competitive by improving the energy efficiency, productivity and reliability of almost any operation.
Reporting to the R&D Team Manager, you will become part of Motor Starting & Safety in Västerås. The unit is part of the Electrification/Smart Power division and has as its business concept to develop, manufacture, market and sell the low voltage products for which we have world responsibility within ABB. These include large contactors, soft starters and arc guards. We have the market's widest range of energy efficient low voltage appliances and installation products and turn to customers in all industries such as OEM, industry, distribution, wholesalers and consultants worldwide. You are welcome to apply!
Your responsibilities
A Member of Integrated Production Unit (IPU) as a technical expert, find ideas and solutions to resolve all type of production issues.
Responsible for implementing new solutions/changes in production and follow up/analyze tests done by the laboratory.
Propose design changes to our Lead Engineer.
Responsible for/follow up the local product cost, lead brainstorming meeting to propose cost reduction projects.
Connect with relevant groups and professional networks to broaden areas of knowledge and expertise.
Follow-up new development project, propose technical solution taking into account the design to cost and design for manufacturing constraints.
Follow-up tools realization, pilot the first productions, and identify and drive update of external replacement tools.
Be part of Practical Problem Solving (PPS) and Quality-circles.
Participate in evaluation of new suppliers and in collaboration with Quality department towards the suppliers.

Your background
Bachelors´ or Masters’ Degree in Mechanical or Electro-Technical Engineering.
More than 2 years of experience possibly on industrial products production.
Out-of-the-box thinking and a problem-solving attitude.
Strong commitment to safe work practices and dedication to following all relevant workplace safety guidelines.
A high level of self-motivation, curiosity and desire to learn about new technologies.
A collaborative, solutions-oriented approach and strong communication skills in both Swedish and English.

More about us
Bring your very own sense of pride and purpose as you help us drive forward the Fourth Industrial Revolution – creating a sustainable future for our planet, and your career. Join ABB and harness the power of our diverse global network, as you collaborate with and learn from our world-class teams. Above all, challenge yourself every day. Let’s write the future, together.
Recruiting Manager (Krister Linnarud, +4621-32 02 92) will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: (Senad Huijc, +4621-32 03 02), Unionen: (Johan Lundström, +4621-32 03 64), Ledarna: (Lenny Larsson +4621-32 85 47). All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner (Anna Nordlund, +46 761-42 01 39).
You are welcome to apply the latest by December 19. Please note that selection will be done on an ongoing basis and the position may be filled before last day of application.
We look forward to receiving your application (documents submitted in English are appreciated). If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com.