PhD in Material Science

ABB Corporate Research is developing the foundations for the next
generation of ABB products and system. At the Scandinavian Center we are
220 highly educated engineers with worldwide responsibility for research
and technology development in the ABB group for several areas within power
and automation. In the Electrical Apparatus and Diagnostic group we are
working with corporate R&D in the field of electrical power apparatus
diagnostic in the power system.

Responsibilities
We are developing the next generation electrical apparatus, substations
from idea to prototype or field installation. Typical apparatus and system
are tap changers, circuit breakers, switches, operating mechanisms,
substation, switchgear. As a part of ABB Corporate Research you will work
with dynamic, motivating and creative teams with a wide range of
experience and competence.

Qualifications
As a development engineer in our team we expect that you have a PhD in
Material Science typically from Chemistry or Theoretical Physics.
Experience from Power technology is a bonus. Field experience from
utitility or power related industry is also very valuable.