Electronics Development Engineer to Measurement and Analytics

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You will work with the development of the central parts of the electronics for our PEC products as this is being developed for the next generation of our products. The PEC technology is a unique technology based on electromagnetic fields that is used for thickness measurement in the metals industry.
An important part of the current development is related to the extension of the measuring range down to thinner materials, which means that coils and electronic parts need to be designed to handle pulses in the ns range. Experience of electronics design for these frequencies is therefore a strong bonus. A part of the role will also involve development of the low level FPGA-based firmware that is critical for final performance and measuring accuracy in our products.
You will be a part of ABB Measurement and Analytics in Västerås, which is a division within the business area Process Automation. We develop and provide a comprehensive range of measurement and analytics products designed to improve control, productivity and quality in a wide variety of processes and industries. Our unique measuring principles are well suited for harsh environments which has resulted in a long track record of satisfied customers. We are world leading within these business areas with a large market share over the world.
We are looking for you who are interested to take part of a development where we challenge what is physically possible. This is the opportunity for you to take an important role to develop the next generation of our products. We are looking for both experienced engineers and for you that has recently graduated.
The role is located in Västerås and you will be reporting to the R&D Manager for Controller Development.
Your responsibilities
Take an important role in development of the next generation of creative technical products as they are improved for future requirements.
Be involved in the whole process from ideas and specification to test including design, introduction to production lines and support to our customers.
Obtain deep insights into how our products are used and influence and take responsibility in the development of our products.
Measurement and Analytics provides a culture where sharing knowledge and helping each other comes natural and we are continuously striving to improve ourselves.
The company operates in an international and innovative atmosphere with plenty of opportunities for personal development and contacts all over the globe.
We have short decision paths and are not afraid to try new technology!
You will be living ABB’s 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’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics or equivalent.
Experience of development and design of electronics for industrial environment using modern development tools.
Experience of design with FPGA:s using VHDL is a bonus.
Experience of high speed electronics in the RF-range is a strong bonus.
Good ability to apply theoretical knowledge to problem solving and turn that into customer benefits.
You are a team player who takes responsibility of your work and is committed to company vision and agreed goals.
As a person, you have a positive outlook and enjoy being a part of a team.
Good communication skills in English, written and spoken alike, is a requirement. Knowledge in Swedish is a bonus.



More about us
Christer Wallin, Recruiting Manager, +4621-34 24 98, will answer your questions on the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Jan Onsten, +4621-34 22 58, Unionen: Krista Andersson +46 21- 34 02 85, Ledarna: Lenny Larsson +46 21-32 85 47. Any other questions can be directed to Recruitment Consultant Linda Lundstedt +4621-32 51 94.
Welcome to apply the latest by August 14. Please note that selection is ongoing, 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.