Senior Project and Commissioning Control Engineer / Senior Project and Commissioning Control Engineeress - High Power Rectifier

ABB Schweiz AG - June 6, 2025

Your Role and Responsibilities

Are you driven by the challenge of understanding customer needs while spearheading electrical and software design, as well as testing and commissioning on a global scale? If so, this opportunity is for you!

As a vital member of our international project and commissioning team, you will provide control systems for high-power rectifiers to clients in the Aluminum, Arc Furnace, and Chemical industries. We are searching for candidates who can leverage their academic background and practical experience in power electronic control systems.

Are you flexible and willing to travel for various commissioning assignments around the globe? Do you possess a high level of motivation, ownership, and ambition, coupled with a drive for innovation and a desire to grow professionally? If the answer is yes, we invite you to join our team!

Work Model

The work model for this role is: #LI-Hybrid

Your Main Responsibilities

  • Develop and engineer tailored industrial systems, including electrical schematics and customer-specific software (PLC), while ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulations.
  • Manage the technical and commercial aspects of high-power rectifier systems (up to 100 kA/2000 V), including detailed engineering, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance worldwide.
  • Collaborate with customers and suppliers to verify technical solutions, address issues, and conduct customer training.
  • Contribute to new product development projects and support innovation initiatives.

Qualifications for the Role

  • A degree in Electrical Engineering and several years of experience in engineering and commissioning of High Power Rectifier Systems.
  • Sound knowledge in E-CAD (E3 – Zuken) and PLC programming (AC 800PEC, Allen-Bradley, and ABB Panel 800 series) with a strong affinity for IT (hardware, software, and protocols).
  • A strong focus on safe work practices and a commitment to adhering to all workplace safety guidelines.
  • A high level of self-motivation, curiosity, and an eagerness to learn about new technologies.
  • A collaborative, solution-focused approach with strong written and spoken communication skills.
  • Fluency in English; knowledge of German and any additional languages is an asset.
  • Willingness to travel internationally (30%-40%).

More About Us

The Process Industries division delivers complete electrification and automation solutions, along with industry-specific products and lifecycle services across various sectors. By engineering and delivering automation solutions from device to monitoring and control, we help our customers maximize their investments. Our digitalization solutions, including collaborative operations and augmented reality, enhance plant and enterprise productivity while reducing maintenance and energy costs.

We offer a comprehensive portfolio in engineering, project management, services, and solutions across a diverse range of industries including Mining, Pulp & Paper, Metals, Aluminum, Cement, and Food and Beverage.

Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

We look forward to receiving your application! The recruiting process is being led by Ceren Oezen, Talent Partner at ABB Switzerland Ltd. If you would like to learn more about our company, please explore our website at www.abb.com.

Location : Baden
Country : Switzerland

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