Research & Development

Senior Subject Expert, CFD and FEM

CFD and FEM modeling. Know the other? Want to learn the other? Know both? This is your chance to step into the world of engineering with modern simulation tools.

At the new Rock Drills Technology Unit (TU), we’re on an exciting journey – we’re currently developing the next generation of top hammer rock drills and setting our future ambitions on how to build durable innovative solutions. As we continue moving forward, we’re now looking for a Senior Subject Expert to join us. This position provides a unique opportunity to combine two fields of physics to create state-of-the-art engineering solutions.

Shortly about us

Being a leading supplier of equipment, tools, services, support and technical solutions for the mining and construction industry requires commitment. At Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology, we aim to develop solutions that provide our customers in every corner of the world with the best overall experience. Sustainability is critical for our customers and is one of the key focus areas in Sandvik’s Shift strategy. The Tampere plant is a global technology and manufacturing center for rock drills and drilling equipment.

Your mission
In this position you get to work with Sandvik top professionals. As a Senior Subject Expert, your main scope of work is related to developing ways to compute challenging CFD and FEM related problems as well as to use those methods to tackle real life engineering problems. The aim of the New Product Development (NPD) activity is to broaden the product portfolio of Rock Drills TU. Current Product Engineering (CPE) work consists of customer interaction, measurements and efforts to create continuously evolving rock drill technology. Some Research and Technology Development (RTD) work will also be included in the scope.

Your main responsibilities will include:

In co-operation with project managers and other experts: planning and executing CFD and FEM modeling and engineering in RTD, NPD and CPE projects
Development of simulation tools and methods
Participating in technology development and brainstorming
Measurements and related data analysis
Visualization of the results
Customer interaction and troubleshooting as backline support

This position is permanent and based in Myllypuro, Tampere, Finland. You report to the Manager for Research and Emerging Technologies, Rock Drills TU.

Your profile
We’re looking for someone with a Doctor’s or Master’s degree in engineering or other related field of study. You have previous experience in CFD and/or FEM modeling and have worked in the field for at least 5 years. Experience in technology development and knowledge of Ansys or Matlab tools is considered as an asset. As we operate in a global business, excellent communication skills in English are required. Skills and interest in mathematical thinking is needed in this role.

With an open personality and strong empathy, you communicate effectively by addressing matters in the right way and conveying new ideas clearly. You’re self-driven, have a positive attitude and with a structured approach, you get things done to achieve goals. You have excellent interpersonal skills, enabling you to manage stakeholders and collaborate with others.

What’s in it for you?

We offer you an excellent opportunity to further develop your expertise with our top quality, high-tech products and to acquire experience in an expert team with international backgrounds. In addition, we offer good employee benefits and the possibility to work partially remotely. At Sandvik, we believe that diversity of experience, perspective and background will lead to a better environment for our employees, our business and, thereby, our customers. We have an inclusive company culture where our values are Innovation, Fair Play, Customer Focus and Passion to Win. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to a wide range of topics from how engineering tools are developed, used, and how new technology is created.

Contact information

For further information about this position, please contact the recruiting manager: Jukka-Pekka Uusitalo, Research and Emerging Technologies Manager, Rock Drills TU, +358 400 467 513. Available on for phone calls on Tuesdays between 14-15 EEST.

For more information about the recruitment process, please contact: HR Services Finland, tel. +358 800 1 44444 (weekdays between 9-11 and 13-15 EEST).

How to apply

Send your application and CV including your salary expectation at home.sandvik/careers no later than Sunday June 1, 2025. Click apply and include your resume and cover letter in English. When applying, please make sure to also attach your cover letter when asked to upload your CV. Please note that we don’t accept applications by email.

Job ID: R0078367

Our company and culture

Sandvik develops new technologies and innovations in the areas of electrification, automation, and digitalization. This is your opportunity to join Sandvik’s smart minds, all working together to build a better future for the mining industry.

We are forerunners in developing automated equipment for mining which is reducing accidents and improving safety at our customers’ operations. We have a strong focus on sustainability and circularity; Sandvik is committed to halving our CO2 impact by 2030 and our battery electric vehicle offering is developed with this ambitious target in mind. We test our products in our own Testmine in Tampere.

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