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This position reports to:
R&D Unit Lead

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Your role and responsibilities

In Electrification Business - Smart Power Division, we are looking for a Global Standardization Specialist in standards development with specific focus on direct current (DC) power distribution, data centers, solar and energy storage, with geographic focus on North America. In this role you will be team member of Center of Excellence (CoE) - Certification Engineering and Standardization.

The work model for the role is: Hybrid #Linkedin_Hybrid

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Actively participate as a representative of ABB in technical committees, working groups and task forces of standardization organizations, such as UL and IEC.
• Contribute to the development of product and system standards relevant for ABB's low voltage portfolio of products and digital solutions.
• Engage with Innovation and development agile teams to ensure alignment of product with applicable existing and developing standards.
• Early detect and monitor new trends in standards and regulations that can impact ABB's product offer.
• Participate in the Smart Power's standardization and innovation network.
• Actively participate as a representative in working groups or task forces of industrial associations like Current/OS or similar.
• 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.

Qualifications for the role:

• Bachelor's or Master degree in electrical engineering and preferably 5 years of experience, preferably in the field of LV electrical components or similar industry.
• Experience in electrical systems such as AC and DC networks in low voltage; short-circuit protections, selectivity and back-up protections and knowledge of Direct Current applications
• Proven experience in product testing and/or certification, preferably in the field of LV electrical components or similar industry.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant standards, regulations, and certification processes.
• Membership or willingness to participate in industry-standard committees such as UL and IEC.
• Strong task management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Agile mindset and preferable experience in an agile working context
• Proficiency in written and spoken English
• Negotiation skills, market knowledge, leadership skills, social skills complete the profile
• No obstacles for travelling.

Benefits
Locally, you can count on

• Competitive compensation : Attractive salary packages and performance bonuses.

• Corporate welfare : Access to a wide range of services and personal well-being support.

• Career development : Structured career paths, individual development plans, opportunities for internal mobility, including international roles , technical and managerial training programs, mentoring and access to global learning platforms

• Flexibility and work-life balance : Flexible working hours, hybrid work options, and a strong focus on work-life integration.

• Employee Support: free services like psychological help, wellness coaching, and emotional support for employees and their families.

• Parental Leave: at least 12 weeks of fully paid leave for primary caregivers and 4 weeks for secondary caregivers, promoting DEI values.

• Meal allowance : Access to canteen or ticket restaurant is provided to support daily lunch expenses.

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.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?

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