R&D Engineer

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:

R&D Senior Engineer

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Your role and responsibilities:

Join our team as an R&D Engineer and take on challenges that transform industries and drive innovation. You will participate in the research, development, and deployment of advanced AI algorithms and LLM applications while collaborating with a distributed team to ensure high-quality delivery. Make an impact that matters at ABB!

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Participate in designing AI solution architectures and help implement seamless integration between AI applications and industrial equipment (e.g., PLCs, sensors, automation platforms).
• Explore and develop industrial vision and multi-modal AI applications, alongside predictive maintenance and deep learning algorithms.
• Assist in testing, selecting, and deploying local Large Language Models (LLMs) and building RAG systems for industrial knowledge hubs.
• Support on-site deployment, testing, and commissioning of industrial AI modules, and learn to optimize performance based on field feedback.
• Write technical documents and collaborate with distributed teams to ensure high-quality delivery.

Qualifications for the role：

• Bachelor's degree (BSc) / Master's degree (MSc) in Automation, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or related fields. Fresh graduates are highly encouraged to apply.
• Strong interest in industrial automation; basic knowledge of PLCs, industrial control systems, or equipment interaction is a big plus.
• Proficient in Python and Linux; solid foundation in machine vision, deep learning, or multi-modal AI.
• Understanding of LLM principles, local model deployment (e.g., Ollama, vLLM, SGLang), and RAG frameworks (LangChain, LlamaIndex, etc.). Experience with AI Agents, vector databases, or TTS/STT models is a plus.
• Proactive team player with strong learning agility and clear logical thinking.
• Good English reading and writing skills, along with fluent oral communication.

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?

Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.