Research & Development

Development engineer in Materials design and Modelling

Do you thrive on solving complex materials challenges through advanced modeling and simulation?

Here, your work turns advanced theory into real-world impact, shaping how materials are developed, tested and improved within cutting-edge R&D.

Why Sandvik Coromant?

You join a research-driven environment where curiosity and innovation shape the future of materials development. We always encourage you to explore new ideas and turn insights into real impact.

Work in a dynamic R&D setting with continuous new projects

Enjoy freedom and flexibility in how you approach your work

Contribute to advancing digitalization and modeling capabilities

About the job

You contribute to product, process and materials development by applying advanced modeling and simulation expertise. You independently drive complex modelling tasks, support capability development in R&D, and continuously improve methods, tools and workflows to increase the quality and speed of our deliveries.

Job responsibilities

Develop, validate and apply advanced numerical models to support R&D decision-making

Build and manage data structures for simulation parameters, outputs and metadata

Apply methods such as DFT, FEM and statistical modeling to analyze material behavior and processes

Contribute to digitalization through model integration, automation and data-driven approaches

Collaborate with experts across R&D, production, quality and application

Location

This position is based on-site in Västberga.

Your profile

You have a strong background within materials modeling and simulation and enjoy connecting theory with real-world applications. With a structured and analytical mindset, you’re comfortable working with complex data and advanced numerical methods.

Your background includes:

MSc or PhD in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, Applied Mathematics or similar

Strong expertise in numerical modeling and simulation, such as FEM, DFT or related methods

Experience in statistical analysis, data management and handling large datasets

Programming skills in tools such as Python, SQL, MATLAB or similar environments

Proven ability to connect models with experimental data and physical understanding

You’re an independent and accountable professional who takes ownership of your work while staying open, curious and collaborative. Communicating complex results comes naturally, and you enjoy working closely with others to share knowledge and solve challenges together.

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 Martina Levin, hiring manager, at martina.levin@sandvik.com.

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Union contacts (Sweden):

Magnus K Berglund, Unionen, +46 (0)70-616 23 32

Carl-Åke Jansson, Akademikerföreningen, +46 (0)70-699 63 47

Peter Olsson-Andrée, Ledarna, +46 (0)70-222 48 55

Recruitment Specialist: Lisbeth Häggström

How to apply

Send your application no later than August 2, 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: R0091012.

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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