FPGA Software Engineer R&D – Power Electronics/Traction Applications

ABB · Untersiggenthal

The company seeks a Senior FPGA Software Engineer in Untersiggenthal to develop and test complex FPGA firmware for railway traction converters, working within an interdisciplinary R&D team.

This position supports the company's technology and product development goals by identifying and implementing innovative solutions. The engineer will work independently and collaboratively within a Research & Development team located in the Turgi development center, reporting to the R&D Team Lead. The team focuses on creating reliable control software for power electronic converters used in locomotives and train sets.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and test complex FPGA firmware using VHDL for traction and auxiliary converters in railway applications.
  • Conduct feasibility studies, simulations, implementations, testing, and documentation following traction development processes.
  • Provide technical support and advisory services to internal customers.
  • Collaborate in interdisciplinary project teams with engineers from power electronics and control domains.
  • Contribute to and draft leading-edge development processes to enhance the team's future success.

Requirements

  • MSc degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
  • Proven experience in programmable logic design (VHDL) and strong expertise in FPGA architectures.
  • Fluency in both written and spoken German and English.
  • Structured, analytical work style combined with strong communication skills, enabling effective collaboration in interdisciplinary project teams.

Nice to have

  • Knowledge of power electronic systems is considered an asset.
  • Experience in testing methodologies and software development processes is an advantage.

About the company

ABB helps industries run leaner and cleaner. The environment is very innovative and intercultural. ABB welcomes people from all backgrounds and experiences. Employees are empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact they create together.

  • ABB helps industries run leaner and cleaner.
  • Employees are empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact they create together.
  • The environment is very innovative and intercultural.
  • ABB welcomes people from all backgrounds and experiences.

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