R&D Engineer – Firmware & Linear Drive Control (f/m/d)
ABBAbout the role
At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
This position reports to:
Team Lead__
Your Role & Responsibilities
Would you like to work on forward-looking solutions for complex challenges in linear drive technology? As part of an interdisciplinary team, you will develop innovative concepts for the control and regulation of highly dynamic drive systems – from the initial idea to series production readiness.
In this role, you’ll help run what runs the world, by taking on meaningful work that drives real impact.
The work model for the role is: onsite with 10 home office days a month
Develop solution concepts as part of an interdisciplinary project team – from initial idea to series production readiness
Contribute to the design and development of control systems for new generations of linear drive systems
Create functional simulations and ensure verification and documentation of the developed solutions
Test, commission, and validate the systems using existing tools for version control and continuous integration
Our team dynamics
Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.
What it takes to Run what runs the world
Well-founded technical education (FH, TU) in one of the fields of electrical engineering, electronics, mechatronics, telematics, or similar.
Knowledge and experience in the field of control engineering in the drive technology environment
Programming skills, preferably in C
Analytical and solution-oriented thinking skills
Outgoing personality with a high degree of organizational and teamwork skills
Independent and structured way of working and high self-motivation
Good German and business English
We offer a full range of benefits to help you thrive at work and beyond:
Work-Life Balance – Flexible working models, including flextime and hybrid options, to support your personal and professional life.
Health & Well-being – Access to various health measures, a Global Employee Assistance Program, and a gender-neutral parental leave policy.
Financial Perks – Participation in the Global Employee Shareholder Acquisition Program (ESAP) and meal allowances.
Career Growth – Extensive training opportunities and structured development programs to help you advance.
Inclusive Culture – An international work environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.
The minimum compensation, in accordance with the electrical and electronics industry collective agreement, is € 3.888,53 – 4.472,11 monthly for a full-time position as of May 2026. But we would be pleased to speak in person about your compensation package in relation to your qual
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