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

Key responsibilities

We are looking for a Senior / Principal Engineer to join our site in Gilching near Munich, working closely with local development teams and collaborating with ABB R&D colleagues in Sweden and China.

You will be part of an innovative environment focused on next-generation autonomous robotic systems, helping to strengthen ABB’s position as a global technology leader. We are looking for a structured, hands-on team player with curiosity and drive to push technological boundaries.

Join our team near Munich, in an area that boasts one of the world’s highest quality-of-life indices and shape your future with us.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Drive the design and development of autonomous, versatile robotic systems, including mechatronic concepts, sensor solutions, and next-generation sensor integration

• Take technical leadership, contri bute with deep expertise while shaping architectural and design decisions

• Demonstrate a strong hands-on and solution-oriented mindset, driving prototypes and early integrations from concept to stable implementation while keeping the final product in focus

• Work in close collaboration with cross-functional teams and international R&D organizations across multiple locations

• Act as a mentor to colleagues and junior team members, sharing knowledge, experience, and lessons learned

• Apply solid mechatronic expertise across sensors, electronics, control software, and mechanical systems

• Any hobby like robot, drone or model airplane building, AI driven control systems, or contributing to Linux source code is a plus

Qualifications for the role

• Profound knowledge and hands-on experience in autonomous and versatile systems

• More than 3 years of relevant professional experience in robotics, mechatronics, or a related field

• Outstanding Master’s degree in mechatronics, robotics, or a comparable discipline

• Fluent English skills, ideally complemented by German language skills

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across borders and cultures

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Flexible Workpractices

Please note: i n the case of equal suitability, people with severe disabilities and their equals are given preference.

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