Job Description
Senior Power Electronics Engineer
Job Location: 
Department:  R&D HW Platforms
Work Model:  On Site
Full-Time/Part-Time:  Full Time
Contract Type:  Permanent
Job Req ID:  1691

ABB E‑Mobility is a global leader in electric vehicle charging technologies. To further strengthen our R&D organization at the Technology Center in San Giovanni Valdarno, we are looking for a Senior Power Electronics Engineer who will contribute to the design, development and validation of next‑generation power converters for fast and ultra‑fast EV charging.

If you are passionate about power electronics and want to shape the future of sustainable mobility, we’d love to meet you.

 

Your responsibilities

 

  • Design and develop power converters for DC fast-charging product
  • Create mathematical models of power electronic converters and run accurate simulations
  • Work on PCB design in collaboration with the Electrical CAD team
  • Support Mechanical and Thermal engineering teams during the converter design phase
  • Lead testing and validation activities to ensure performance, safety and reliability of prototypes
  • Work closely with the Control Firmware team to define and optimize control strategies
  • Provide technical expertise and mentorship within the team
  • Collaborate globally across ABB to explore innovative technologies and contribute to building a more sustainable future

 

Your background

 

  • Master’s degree in Electrical, Electronic or Energy Engineering with a strong foundation in power electronics; a PhD is considered a plus
  • Professional experience in power electronics design, ideally within medium-to-large companies focused on power electronic applications
  • Experience with microgrids, parallel converter connections and power sharing is an advantage
  • Solid skills with simulation tools such as Plec s, MATLAB/Simulink, LTspice/Qspice, Mathcad
  • Proven ability to work in multidisciplinary, agile R&D environments with hands-on product development experience
  • Strong communication skills in English; Italian proficiency is preferred
  • A proactive, flexible, and creative mindset, with a passion for problem-solving and teamwork in an international context

 

What’s in it for you? 

 

Work with the best specialists in their field, in a diverse environment with unparalleled global reach. Feel inspired by our fast growth. You will have the accountability to own your part in enabling a future of sustainable and efficient mobility. You can also count on a competitive compensation package in line with your capabilities and experience. Diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities are at the core of what we do. We celebrate different experiences and perspectives, and we aim to empower everyone in the creation of sustainable solutions for people all over the world. Our individual differences make us successful.  

  

About ABB E-Mobility  

 

ABB E-mobility is a world leader in EV charging technology and a partner of choice for the world’s biggest electric vehicle OEMs and nationwide EV charging network operators. With a strong R&D pipeline, our robust product portfolio of innovative holistic solutions – from grid to charge point and domestic installations to large fleet depots – means we are actively enabling the future of E-Mobility, not just predicting it. 

Information at a Glance

Product & Hardware

In the Product & Hardware department, we focus on designing and building top-quality charging products through dedicated platform and product programs. The Hardware Platforms Group manages platform programs and related competence centers, delivering new programs and deploying hardware competencies across programs.