Experienced R&D Engineer X-Ray Diffraction

At Sandvik Coromant, our expertise in metal cutting is based on a profound understanding of the realities of doing business in our industry, and with a strong focus on customer experience and new industry trends, we’re ready for the demands of tomorrow’s manufacturing.
Right now, we’re looking for an experienced R&D Engineer to join our Materials Characterization team in the field of X-Ray Diffraction (XRD). We have an extensive instrument park with advanced equipment to cover a wide range of analysis techniques. The XRD lab is an important part in our research and development of new materials and products. Keep reading to learn more!
What about the job?
In this role, you perform material analysis of hard metals, including thin films and coatings, using XRD. You take an active part in method development activities connected to both instrument set-up, measurement and analysis methods to ensure that our deliveries hold high quality and meet the needs of our stakeholders. Laboratory and equipment maintenance is a natural and important part of your job and you also take part in our continuous improvement work.
You support our R&D function and production in delivering relevant data for the development of new materials for the future – spanning a wide range from our raw metal powders to finalized products. Close collaboration within our team of R&D engineers and technicians, as well as with other departments, is central to create an inclusive and knowledge-sharing environment. In addition, you keep a close dialogue with internal stakeholders and take part in external networks.


The location for this position is Västberga, Stockholm.
Your background and personality
We’re looking for someone with a PhD in Solid state/Inorganic Chemistry, Physics or Material Science combined with a background of working in the field. You have demonstrated knowledge and practical experience of crystallography and XRD measurements and analyses. Experience of thin films or coatings of hard materials is beneficial. Programming skills/experience of tailor-made analysis scripts is a merit. Skills in maintenance of diffractometers and related equipment is advantageous, as well as knowledge from method development and project management. Working in a truly global environment calls for excellent English skills, verbally and in writing, while you need basic knowledge in Swedish.
As an experienced R&D engineer, you have exactly the confidence you need to solve problems coming your way. Taking initiatives to develop methods in close collaboration with your closest group and stakeholders outside the department comes naturally to you. Being very curious, you like looking into details, and are always eager to learn more and happily share your knowledge with others. You communicate easily and believe that good collaboration is key to success.
At Sandvik Coromant, we believe that diversity of experience, perspective and background leads to a better environment for our employees, our business and our customers. We’re looking forward to meeting you!
Application
Send your application no later than February 2, 2022. Read more about Sandvik Group and apply at home.sandvik/career (Job ID: R0036518).


As we aim for an open and fair recruitment process, we utilize assessment tools to safeguard objectivity. Shortly after the last application date, you’ll therefore be asked to take a personality and logic ability test.

Contact information
For further information about this position, please contact:
Mikaela Gustafsson, recruiting manager, +46 (0)8 726 64 93
Union contacts
Håkan Johnsson, Unionen, +46 (0)8-726 69 53
Carl-Åke Jansson, Akademikerföreningen, +46 (0)8-726 63 47
Peter Olsson-Andrée, Ledarna, +46 (0)26-26 19 84
For more information about the recruitment process, please contact HR Services, +46 (0)26 261 444.
Recruitment Specialist
Magnus Pålsson
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