Senior Project Engineer / Senior Project Engineeress

ABB Schweiz AG - July 6, 2025

Your Role and Responsibilities

We are seeking to appoint a Project Engineer within the area of Drive Applications. In this role, you will be responsible for planning, designing, engineering, commissioning, and testing electric drive systems. This includes customized products integrated into mills, high-pressure grinding rolls, conveyors, fans, and pumps used in the minerals processing industry.

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

This position contributes to the Process Industries division in Switzerland.

Main Responsibilities

  • Design technical solutions for electric drive systems, ensuring clarity and coordination of all relevant engineering aspects during project execution.
  • Develop application-specific control platform features for MV Drives (ACS6080).
  • Oversee the commissioning and maintenance of MV drive systems at customer sites worldwide, including troubleshooting activities.
  • Issue and review conceptual designs, technical specifications, data sheets, project documents, and customer documentation; support sales, service, and R&D teams with technical knowledge regarding MV drive systems and their dedicated use in grinding applications.

Qualifications for the Role

  • M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis on Power Electronics/Drive Technology.
  • 3-5 years of experience in MV drive technology.
  • Technical proficiency with the latest ABB MV drive system control platforms (UCON, Sandbox, Crealizer™), alongside experience in commissioning and service activities.
  • Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively within a multicultural environment.
  • Strong command of English at a technical/engineering level, both written and spoken.
  • Willingness to travel for global commissioning and service assignments to remote locations (approximately 25% of working hours and up to several weeks per assignment).

What's in It for You?

  • Flexibility: We offer hybrid work options; make the best out of them!
  • Modern Office: Enjoy our contemporary and cozy office environment when in the office.
  • Empowerment: Take ownership and drive exciting results in your area of responsibility.

Benefits

  • Flexible work practices.
  • Gym membership.
  • Paid Parental leave (gender-neutral).
  • Opportunities for career advancement.

More About Us

ABB offers an interesting role within a highly motivated team, characterized by open communication structures. You will undergo a personal, practice-oriented introduction program, allowing you to acquire the confidence needed to work independently and contribute constructively to an inclusive team. After your introduction period, ABB provides abundant opportunities for personal development, aimed at helping you achieve your career goals.

Personalized Development

Customized development programs, coupled with targeted training measures, will help you enhance your skills continuously.

Could This Be Your Story?

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Location : Baden
Country : Switzerland

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