Direct Current Datacenter System Architect

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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: Program Manager Solid State Transformer __ Your role and responsibilities We are looking for a Power Systems Architect to join our Direct Current Data Center Incubator, playing a critical role in driving the transformational shift toward next-generation Direct current data center architectures. Working closely with strategic customers—especially hyperscalers—you will help shape the future of data center architectures by translating complex customer challenges into innovative, optimized electrical solutions. In this highly visible role, you will act as a trusted technical advisor across the full project lifecycle, combining deep technical expertise with strong consultative skills. You will influence market opportunities, support customer adoption, reduce churn, and enable flawless execution of pioneering Direct Current data center projects. Work model: hybrid (#LI hybrid) Key Responsibilities In collaboration with ABB data center segment and account managers partners closely with key customers—particularly hyperscalers—to support their transition from conventional AC data centers to advanced Direct Current data center architectures. Design and engineer end-to-end electrical power system solutions for data centers, delivering competitive, scalable, and future-ready system architectures. Design protection and control— Designing Direct Current ‑specific protection schemes and overall control schemes for the future architecture including sequence of operation, managing the load and active monitoring. In collaboration with ABB R&D teams, develop power system studies providing early insights into novel architectures and support customer projects. Collaborate with internal engineering and product teams to specify products and identify technology gaps. Support pilot projects, ensuring completeness of technical solution and documentation necessary for successful delivery of novel Direct Current data center solutions. Design and define test plans and test setups for the LVDC system, components and power converters to validate the proposed solutions. Contribute to technical thought leadership in emerging Direct Current power architectures and industry trends. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline. Experience: 5+ years of experience in power system design, consulting, or solution architecture. Strong background in data center power systems, or exposure to Direct Current power solutions (experience in adjacent industries such as marine or industrial Direct Current systems is highly valued). Demonstrated track record of delivering complex, high-impact technical solutions. Knowledge of electrical power systems, including switchgear, transformers, protection, control systems. Ability to operate effectively in evolving technical environments. Willingness to travel internationally, particularly to the United States. Strong Cross-cultural awareness. Fluent English (mandatory). More about us ABB's Distribution Solutions Division facilitates the efficient and reliable distribution, protection and control of power by improving electric power quality while strengthening the resilience of the grid. The Division offers segment-specific products and solutions that largely serve utilities, industry and infrastructure segments, often providing the requisite medium-voltage link between high-voltage transmission systems and low-voltage users. With ABB Ability™ enabled connected solutions at its core, the offering includes medium-voltage air- and gas-insulated switchgear (1 to 66 kilovolts), indoor and outdoor circuit breakers, reclosers, fuses, contactors, relays, instrument transformers, sensors, motor control centers, as well as low-voltage switchgear for the ANSI standard markets. This opportunity is open to candidates in multiple countries, with the final work location determined based on the selected candidate. As compensation may vary by location, we are committed to being transparent throughout the hiring process and will share details of the salary range, variable compensation and benefits package with candidates who progress to the first interview stage for a location in the European Union, covered by the EU Pay Transparency Directive. The final offer will be tailored based on your role location, experience, skills and qualifications, internal market positioning and alignment with ABB internal standards. 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.