Development Engineer-R&D Filler Metals (SAW)

We are now looking for a Development Engineer to join our team in Gothenburg. This is a key role within our global R&D organization, where you will lead technical development projects, drive innovation, and mentor junior engineers.

Your Responsibilities:

As a Development Engineer, you will:

• Lead complex development projects delivering new and innovative filler metals for ESAB globally.
• - Drive product enhancement initiatives and continuous improvement activities.
• - Conduct advanced research and investigations to build knowledge and support future product development.
• - Approve raw materials and suppliers, ensuring alignment with technical and quality standards.
• - Develop and maintain technical documentation, production instructions, and control procedures.
• - Collaborate cross-functionally with Product Management, Sourcing, Quality, Approvals, and Production Engineering teams.
• - Act as a technical mentor and support the development of junior engineers within the team.

Your Profile:

We believe you have:

• A Ph.D. or Master’s degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Chemistry, or a related field.
• - At least 4 years of experience in product development or research within welding, steel, or inorganic process industries.
• - Proven experience in project leadership and cross-functional collaboration.
• - Strong analytical skills and a strategic mindset.
• - Excellent communication skills in English (Swedish is meritorious).
• - Experience with statistical tools such as Design of Experiments (DoE) and Multivariate Data Analysis (MVDA) (e.g., MODDE, SIMCA).
• - Experience with big data and LLM and machine learning.
• - An interest in driving a sustainable transformation of a large industrial company.
• - An IWE diploma is meriting.

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and innovative work environment with access to cutting-edge technology.
• - Opportunities to work on global projects and collaborate with talented colleagues worldwide.
• - Professional development and career growth opportunities.