Data Scientist

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Are you passionate about new technology and development? Are you a person with a high sense of ownership and a strong ambition to explore new areas and reach outstanding results? Then don’t hesitate to apply to this position.
You will join the R&D team at ABB Metallurgy Center of Excellence in Västerås. ABB Metallurgy sells, develops and manufactures electromagnetic stirrers and brakes for the metals industry. Within this area, it is of utmost importance to stay ahead of competition and to develop new solutions and attract customers by technological leadership and design advantages. ABB maintains The No. 1 position in the market, partly by conducting advanced simulations of magnetic fields, molten metal flows and thermal phenomena, and is hence able to provide a leading edge to the products delivered. We have a simulation history with experience spanning over several decades in the organization. The main part of our organization is based in Västerås, with a market that is worldwide.
Digitalization has become the major drive force for our business and product development, the size and complexity of the data which we have received from on-site measurements are increasing every day. Efficient and in-depth analysis has become a fundamental need to the future of our products. You will also be one indispensable part of the software development.
We are right now looking for the right person to strengthen our dedicated team. The position will be reporting to Engineering Manager.


Your responsibilities
Data science and Machine learning with Matlab, Python and Microsoft Azure.
Development of algorithms in Matlab/Simulink and transferring the result to C/C++.
Control system design and signal processing.
Mathematical modelling of physical processes.
Further development of calculation tools incl. programming and mathematical modelling.
Supporting sales and customers in technical issues.
Contributing to publications and participation in technical conferences.
Living ABB core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.



Your background
A Master of Science or PhD degree in a relevant field.
At least 5 years of experience in data science and machine learning.
Good knowledge and experience in tools such as Matlab/Simulink, Python and Microsoft Azure.
Good knowledge in Physics and Mathematics.
Programming skills in e.g. C/C++, Fortran or similar.
Skills in CFD simulation and pre/ post-processing tools e.g. ANSYS Fluent, CFX, Tecplot, ANSA or Opera, are meritorious.
You express yourself well both verbally and in writing in English, and preferably in Swedish.
As a person you are analytical, careful and structured.
You work proactively with focus on delivery within deadlines and high level of quality.
You are creative and seek solutions to every challenge.
The position requires that you have a natural willingness and ability to cooperate with others to reach common goals.
As our business is global the position includes some international travelling.



More about us
Manager Maria Widman, +4621-34 20 36, will answer your questions about the position. Union Recruiting representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Blomqvist, +4621-34 21 48, Ledarna: Leif Öhrberg, +4621-34 23 25; Unionen: Krista Andersson, +4621-34 02 85. All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Therese Ideblad, +46 725 53 80 40.
You are welcome to apply the latest by September 7. 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.