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R&D Engineer Cutting Tool Research

Aktiebolaget Sandvik Coromant

Location
Sandviken, SE
Workplace
On-site
Job type
Full-time
Posted
6 days ago
Source
Arbetsförmedlingen
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At Sandvik Coromant, our expertise in metal cutting meets a strong focus on innovation, digitalization, and engineering excellence. As we continue our transition to simulation-based product development, we're strengthening our capabilities in virtual methods and predictive engineering. Join our Cutting Tool Research team and help drive faster, smarter, and more knowledge-driven engineering decisions. About the job Through advanced analyses and virtual engineering, you evaluate and optimize new concepts and solutions early in the development process. Combining engineering expertise with strong analytical skills, you support informed design decisions, reducing the need for physical prototypes, and speeding up development cycles. Working closely with product developers, researchers, and technical specialists, you contribute to efficient processes, deeper product understanding, and high-performing solutions. Job responsibilities Apply simulation and virtual engineering methods to evaluate, compare and optimize product concepts and designs. Support product development projects with simulation-based analyses, insights, and recommendations. Collaborate with product developers, researchers, and technical specialists to solve engineering challenges and improve product performance. Interpret results and communicate clear conclusions to project teams, stakeholders, and decision-makers. Develop and validate simulation methodologies, workflows, and best practices. Capture and share knowledge that strengthens simulation-driven product development across the organization. Location This position is based in Sandviken. Some business travel may be required. Your profile You have a solid foundation in mechanical engineering and use simulation to understand, predict, and improve product performance. Your experience may come from industrial product development, engineering consulting, or a research environment. You’re motivated by combining engineering expertise, simulation tools, and analytical thinking to solve real-world engineering challenges. Your background includes: An M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Applied Mechanics or a related field. Solid experience with finite element analysis, FEA, and engineering simulation tools. A strong understanding of solid mechanics and structural behavior. Experience supporting product development through engineering analyses and translating results into actionable design recommendations. Experience with scientific programming, data analysis, or scripting using Python, AI or similar tools. Fluency in English, while knowledge of Swedish is an advantage. Curiosity and collaboration shape the way you work. You’re proactive, solution-focused, and comfortable taking initiative, while your clear communication helps colleagues from different disciplines turn data and analysis into better engineering decisions. A drive to learn new methods and technologies keeps you moving forward. Our culture Innovation is in our DNA and we’re proud to shape the future of manufacturing in close collaboration with our customers and partners. We believe in an inclusive, equal and open-minded culture, and we nurture our diversities to form a solid foundation for achieving great results. Add fair and rewarding benefits, as well as many different career opportunities in an inspiring global environment. Meet some of your future colleagues at our career page or visit our website, LinkedIn or Facebook page to get to know us further. Contact information Are you curious to know more about this position? Please contact Erik Tyldhed, hiring manager, at erik.tyldhed@sandvik.com We’ve already decided on which advertising channels and marketing campaigns we wish to use and respectfully decline any additional contacts in that matter. Union contacts (Sweden): Robert Brandt, Unionen, +46 (0)70-261 36 19 Tord Engström, Akademikerföreningen, +46 (0)76 106 62 87 Peter Olsson-Andrée, Ledarna, +46 (0)70-222 48 55 Recruitment Specialist: Lisbeth Häggström How to apply This recruitment has an ongoing selection process, please send your application as soon as possible, and no later than November 1st, 2026. Click apply and include your resume and cover letter in English. Please note that we don’t accept applications by e-mail. Job ID: R0098313. We aim for an open and fair recruitment process and use different tools to ensure an objective assessment. Later in the process, you may be invited to complete a personality and logic test. To learn more about our recruitment process, please visit our career site or contact HR Services at hrservices.sweden@sandvik.com Sandvik Coromant is part of the global industrial engineering group Sandvik and is at the forefront of developing manufacturing tools and machining solutions, with knowledge that drives the industry standards and innovations demanded by the metalworking industry now and in the next industrial era. Collaborations with educational institutions, extensive investment in research and development and strong customer partnership ensure the development of machining technologies that change, lead and drive the future of manufacturing. Sandvik Coromant owns over 1700 patents worldwide, employs around 8000 staff and is represented in more than 150 countries.

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