Associate Research Engineer/ Specialist

NearYou Sverige AB; Trollhättans kommun; On-site; SEK 334,800 - 502,200; Full time

Job summary

NearYou Sverige AB i Trollhättan söker en Associate Research Engineer för att avancera inspektionsteknologier inom flygindustrin. Rollen involverar inspektion av tillverkningsprocesser och bidrag till utvecklingen av nya NDT-metoder.

Vi söker en person med en MSc i relevant område, starka kommunikationsförmågor och erfarenhet av inspektionstekniker såsom X-ray CT och radiografi. Tjänsten innebär resor inom EU/US vid behov.

Qualifications

• MSc i relevant tekniskt område eller BSc med minst 2 års erfarenhet.
• Starka skriftliga och verbala kommunikationsförmåga.
• Flytande i engelska.

Responsibilities

• Utföra kontroll och utvärdering av prov från Additive Manufacturing.
• Korrelera inspektionsresultat för att stödja AM-processutveckling.
• Arbeta nära processutvecklingsteam för att förbättra tillverkningskvalitet.

Skills

Kommunikationsförmåga

Samverkan

Flexibilitet

Education

MSc i Maskinteknik, Materialteknik, Produktionsingenjörskap

Tools

X-ray Computed Tomography

Radiografi

Job description

Om jobbet

Varje gång du flyger, nästan var som helst i världen, är det troligt att GKN Aerospace hjälper dig på vägen. Vårteknologi och våra komponenter används i 90% av världens flygplan, i allt från små och stora passagerarflygplan, affärsjets samt i världens mest avancerade stridsflygplan. Vi designar och tillverkar även innovativa komponenter till rymdsystem. Vi utvecklas ständigt, banar väg för ny teknik och utmanar oss själva för att bli bättre i allt vi gör. Vi söker drivna och passionerade medarbetare som vill göra en skillnad! Var med och påverka den hållbara omvandlingen av flygindustrin och hitta en plats där din karriär tar fart i en värld av enorma möjligheter att lära och utvecklas.

Om företaget

Associate Research Engineer/ Specialist- Process Development Inspection Global Technology Center Trollhättan

Tjänstebeskrivning

Are you interested in joining a dynamic team at GKN Aerospace to advance cutting‑edge inspection technologies and support material and process development? Driven by a vision of sustainable aerospace innovation, GKN Aerospace develops next‑generation design concepts focused on weight reduction and integrated functionality for future aviation. The Global Technology Center plays a key role in delivering advanced designs, materials, manufacturing methods, and inspection solutions for engine systems.

We are looking for an Associate Research Engineer / Specialist to join our Research Centre with a strong interest in inspection of manufacturing processes, particularly within aerospace applications.

In this role, you will:

• Perform inspection and evaluation of specimens produced through Additive Manufacturing (AM) processes.
• Correlate inspection results to support and enable AM process and material development.
• Work closely with process development teams to improve manufacturing quality and reliability.
• Contribute to the development of inspection methodologies for advanced aerospace components.
• Analyze inspection data to drive process optimization and defect understanding.

What you will learn:

• Various NDT methods (X-ray Computed Tomography, Radiography, Thermography, Ultrasonic).
• Your focus will be on X-ray CT and Radiography.
• You will have the opportunity to collaborate with world leading experts in NDT field both within GKN Aerospace and within other industry partners.

Kvalifikationer

• MSc in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Physics or a related field; alternatively, a BSc in a relevant discipline with at least 2 years of industry experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear technical reports and deliver effective presentations.
• Fluent in English.
• Develops new NDT processes, transitions emerging technologies into production, and ensures continuous improvement through effective lessons learned, knowledge capture, and process development.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, including additive manufacturing techniques.
• Knowledge of non‑destructive testing (NDT) methods.
• Hands‑on experience with X-ray Computed Tomography and/or radiography is considered a plus.
• Experience in Computer‑Aided Engineering (CAE) tools is advantageous.
• Programming skills and/or experience with AI‑related methods are considered an asset.

Vem är du?

• Communication Skills: The ability to clearly and effectively communicate ideas and feedback. You have good social skills, the ability to create effective networks and can take on a technical responsibility role.
• Collaboration: Willingness to work with others and contribute to team success. You like to work in an RNT environment.
• Adaptability: Flexibility in adjusting to new challenges and environments.
• Empathy: Understanding and being considerate of colleagues’ perspectives and feelings.
• Positive Attitude: Maintaining a positive and encouraging demeanor, even in challenging situations. You like to create new methods rather than using existing ones.

Övrig information

Place: Trollhättan, Sweden.

Travel: Travel will occur. Travel to other locations in EU/US is included in the role if necessary.