R&d Senior Mechnical Engineer

ABB UK

Unknown, United Kingdom
Lv power distribution systems design
Switchgear/power module product development
Mechanical calculations and simulations
Lead the design and engineering of LV power distribution systems (up to 1000VAC) for data centers and marines, including main switchboards, Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS), Power Distribution Units (PDUs), and sub-distribution panels

Job Summary

  • Lead the design and engineering of LV power distribution systems (up to 1000VAC) for data centers and marines, including main switchboards, Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS), Power Distribution Units (PDUs), and sub-distribution panels.
  • Perform advanced Mechanical calculations, and could do basic electrical calculations: short-circuit, selectivity/coordination studies (using ETAP, SKM, or similar), arc-flash analysis, and load flow analysis.
  • Collaborate closely with internal teams (Mechanical, Control) and external stakeholders (clients, panel manufacturing) to ensure integrated and optimized designs.

Matching Summary

Lead the design and engineering of LV power distribution systems (up to 1000VAC) for data centers and marines, including main switchboards, Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS), Power Distribution Units (PDUs), and sub-distribution panels.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • LV power distribution systems design
  • Switchgear/power module product development
  • Mechanical calculations and simulations
  • Electrical calculations (short-circuit, selectivity)
  • Component specification and selection
  • Compliance with IEC, GB/T, IEEE standards

Nice-to-have

  • Medium voltage systems knowledge
  • Generator paralleling systems experience
  • Sustainability principles
  • Energy-efficient design practices

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor/Master’s degree in electrical engineering
  • Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in electrical design
  • At least 5 years focused on LV switchgear/motor control centers (MCC)
  • Experience in low voltage 800VDC system development
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and Creo
  • Fluent in English

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