R&D Mechnical Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 24, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 19, 2026. ABB scores A on the Alion truth index.
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This position reports to:
Chapter Lead__
Your role and responsibilities
In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to ABB’s success with technology, software, product, and system development. Each day, you will identify and implement innovative solutions to relevant problems. You will also showcase your expertise by providing ideas and by being able to work both independently and as a part of a Research & Development (R&D) team.
This role is contributing to the EL Smart power business in Xiame China.
You will be mainly accountable for:
Perform the design and engineering of LV power distribution systems (up to 1000VAC and 800VDC) for data centers and marines, including main switchboards, UPS, Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS), Power Distribution Units (PDUs), and sub-distribution panels.
Perform switch gear/power module product development, include but not limited: Concept design, 3D model creation, Mechanical simulation, make validation testing solutions, create 2D drawings and BOM.
Specify and select major mechanical and electrical components (circuit breakers, busbars, protective relays, meters) based on project requirements and total cost of ownership.
Family with a blend of standards: IEC 61439, IEC60947, GB/T7251, GB/T 14048, Uptime Institute Tiers. IEEE 45, IEC 60092, GB/T 22195 and major Classification Society rules (e.g., ABS, CCC, CE and UL).
Author detailed technical specifications and documents for LV switchgear and associated equipments
Lead technical clarifications and customer requirement evaluations, provide technical support to vendor proposals to make sure the product complies with design intent, industry standards, and client specifications.
Create and release vendor submittals, including design drawings, test plans, and factory acceptance test (FAT) procedures.
Collaborate closely with internal teams (Mechanical，Control) and external stakeholders (clients, panel manufacturing) to ensure integrated and optimized designs.
Provide technical support during construction, commissioning, and site acceptance tests (SAT), resolving complex design-related issues on-site.
Drive innovation by researching and implementing new technologies to enhance system reliability, efficiency, and scalability。
Qualifications for the role
- Bachelor/Master’s degree in electrical engineering.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in electrical design, with at least 3 years focused on LV switchgear/motor control centers (MCC) for mission-critical facilities (Data Centers, Hospitals, Semiconductor Plants and Marines), have experience in low voltage 800VDC system development .
- Expert knowledge of international electrical standards: IEC 61439 & GB/T7251 (LV switchgear assemblies), IEC 60947 & GB/T 14048, and a solid understanding of IEEE standards.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Creo for design review and collaboration.
- Fluent in English (both written and spoken).
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and a detail-oriented mindset.
More about us
ABB Smart Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and
manufacturing plants, critical infrastructure and commercial buildings. The Division’s technical teams work closely with industry partners, delivering advanced solutions that support rapid growth, energy transition, and sustainability objectives. The Division’s portfolio includes industrial circuit breakers, low-voltage systems, motor starting applications, and safety devices like switches and relays. Its Power Protection unit supports the world’s largest data center companies with advanced energy-efficient UPS solutions. The Division’s ABB Ability™ Energy Manager provides a scalable, easy-to-use platform that helps organizations save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.
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