R&D Power System Control Engineer

$83.3k - $133.28k

Full-time

ABB Inc

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This position reports to:
R&D Team Lead
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The work model for the role is: Onsite, Richmond, VA
Your role and responsibilities
In this role as R&D Power System Control Engineer, you will have the opportunity to contribute to ABB's success with technology, software, product, and system development. Each day, you will be involved in two main pillars areas Medium Voltage AC Power System Analysis and Model-Based Control System Development. 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.
You will be mainly accountable for:
Control System Design & Development Analyze system requirements, develop control system models, and design, simulate, and optimize control systems using MATLAB/Simulink and other advanced engineering tools.
Control Architecture & Integration Specify, develop, and integrate hardware and software components for control systems, ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory, safety, and performance standards.
Testing, Validation & Troubleshooting Perform system testing, validation, and troubleshooting to ensure reliable operation, safety compliance, and effective resolution of field issues and power system disturbances.
Power System & Converter Control Expertise Apply advanced knowledge of MV AC power systems, grid-connected power electronic converters (BESS, STATCOM, SFC, AVC), low-level converter controls (PWM, PLL, dq/αβ transformations), and high-level system architecture including stability studies, weak-grid interactions, and grid-forming/grid-following strategies.
Qualifications for the role
Bachelor degree in Engineering (electrical preferred) or related field PLUS minimum 5 years in a manufacturing environment .
Proficient in MATLAB scripting and relevant toolboxes (Control System, Power Systems); Proficient in Simulink modelling and code generation
Able to implement traditional power system controls (PID, droop, AVR/PSS) and power electronic controls (resonant, predictive, cascaded loops)
Competent in continuous s-domain analysis (Bode, Nyquist, root locus, gain/phase margins); Competent in discrete z-domain analysis (discretization, pole-zero mapping, delay compensation)
Good communication skills in English, both oral and written. Other languages are an asset; Significant experience in working within complex organization
Willingness to travel occasionally to Hawkes Bay, New Zealand, region
Candidate must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in USA
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.
Why ABB?
What's in it for you
We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You'll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that's tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.
ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.
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ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees
[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]
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Health, Life & Disability
Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
Vision benefit
Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
Voluntary life and AD&D - 100% employee paid up to maximums
Short Term Disability - up to 26 weeks - Company paid
Long Term Disability - 60% of pay - Company paid. Ability to "buy-up" to 66 2/3% of pay.
Supplemental benefits - 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
Employee discount program
Retirement
401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
Time off
ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant's qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $83,300 and $133,280 annually.
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