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You roles and responsibilities:-

You will be a member of the ABB India Corporate Research Center (INCRC), at the ABB Innovation Center (AIC) located in Bangalore, India. INCRC researchers perform high-end research on diverse topics to develop cutting-edge technologies for ABB’s global businesses to propel the organization towards a productive and sustainable future. We collaborate with other ABB corporate research centers, R&D units, and academic institutes. The position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, global, and creative environment, collaborating with a wide range of experience and expertise. This position is for Multiphysics research, with primary focus on leveraging Multiphysics modeling to enrich ABB’s offerings in various sectors.

The work model for the role is: Hybrid #LI-Hybrid

This role is contributing to the Process Automation Technology Business based out in Bangalore.

You will be mainly accountable for:

Multiphysics modeling and validation: Detailed physics-based modeling (preferably using Finite Element or finite volume method) of complex and diverse physical phenomena like electromagnetics, fluid dynamics (CFD), species transport (gas mixtures), multiphase flow, heat transfer, and structural mechanics, relevant to specific products and applications. Integrating diverse physics phenomena to analyze complex interactions

Scientific analysis and improvement ideas: Expert analysis of data obtained from models and/or experimentation to understand complex functioning of products and/or processes. Identifying challenges and scope for improvement. Proposing novel ideas to overcome challenges and enrich product functionality, for cost and energy savings, ensuring faster time-to-market and promoting sustainability

Feasibility studies and research proposals:  Preparing research proposals on novel ideas and securing buy-in from business leaders and global research managers. Performing proof-of-concept studies to demonstrate innovative solutions.

Communication of project results to Technical experts and Management.  Sharing research outcome with global teams for expert feedback, possibility of collaboration, and expansion of research scope.

Securing Intellectual property and publishing in scientific conferences and journals, travel to customer sites, ABB locations on a need basis and ensuring safety and contribution to lab infrastructure.

Qualifications for the role:

Ph.D. in Mechanical/ Electrical/ Chemical engineering with a strong publication and patent record, with a minimum of 7 years of experience; industrial research experience is preferred.

Expertise in finite element (F.E.) and finite volume (F.V.) modeling, particularly computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and heat transfer analysis. Exposure to electromagnetism and structural mechanics. Expert in tools like ANSYS, FLUENT, COMSOL, CFX, ICEPAK. 

Expertise in complex 3D geometry for F.E/F.V. modeling and discretization of complex geometries using tools like ANSYS design modeler, SpaceClaim.

Expertise in analytical calculations (development of heuristic formulations) to analyze physical phenomena.

Expertise in testing, experimentation and using measurement tools/systems and software is preferred.

Ability to communicate effectively in English with internal and external experts and academicians.

Exposure to machine learning tools relevant to multiphysics research.

What's in it for you:

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.

More about us:

Our Process Automation business offers a range of solutions for process and hybrid industries, including our industry-specific integrated automation, electrification and digital solutions, control technologies, software and advanced services, as well as measurement & analytics, marine and turbocharging offerings. Process Automation is in the market globally. Based on its deep domain knowledge, experience and expertise in delivering world-class automation products, systems and solutions, a wide area of complimenting digital and collaborative solutions across applications and sectors, the Process Automation business helps customers remain competitive, improving their ROI and running safe and productive operations.

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