Roger Buchmann leads the Global Business Line for Rail Systems at ABB, leveraging extensive experience in traction and propulsion technology. A graduate of ETH Zürich with a Masters in Electrical Engineering, he has progressed through various leadership roles within ABB in both Switzerland and China, focusing on delivering innovative and energy-efficient solutions for the rail market.
He has international experience, having served as an Operations Manager for ABB in Shanghai.
Roger Buchmann
Global Business Line Manager - Rail Systems at ABB
Zurich, Switzerland
Overview
Topics They Care About
Energy-Efficient Transport
He consistently emphasizes the importance of energy efficiency and grid stability in public statements regarding ABB's rail technology projects.
Rail Modernization
Leads projects focused on upgrading existing rail and tramway infrastructure with modern technology, such as wayside energy storage systems.
Traction Technology
His career has been centered on the development and management of traction converters and propulsion systems for mass transit and rail vehicles.
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Work History
2-2026
Global Business Line Manager - Rail Systems at ABB
1-2014 - 2-2026
Global Product Line Manager Propulsion Package at ABB
4-2011 - 1-2014
Global Head of Mass Transit Traction Converters at ABB
9-2007 - 4-2011
Operations Manager at ABB Engineering (Shanghai) Ltd.
6-2002 - 9-2007
Head of Sales Traction Converters at ABB Switzerland
1-2000 - 6-2002
Project Mananger at ABB Switzerland
Education
2000 - 2002
Master Electrical Engineering from ETH Zürich
1993 - 1998
Master from ETH Zürich
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Location : Zurich, Switzerland
Job Level : Middle
Designation : Global Business Line Manager - Rail Systems at ABB
