R&D Engineer - Cutting Tool Simulation & Research

0110 AB Sandvik Coromant; Sweden; On-site; SEK 640,000 - 860,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandvik Coromant is expanding its Cutting Tool Research capability in Sweden, applying simulation and virtual engineering to accelerate development and reduce physical prototyping. You will evaluate concepts, collaborate across disciplines, and translate findings into design recommendations. The role requires an M.Sc.

in mechanical engineering or related field, strong FEA experience, and proficiency in Python or similar tools. Fluency in English is essential, with Swedish as a plus.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in a mechanical/engineering field with strong analytic skills.
• Extensive experience with finite element analysis and engineering simulation.
• Fluent English; Swedish knowledge is advantageous.
• Experience translating analyses into actionable design decisions.
• Proficiency in scientific programming, data analysis, or scripting.

Responsibilities

• Apply simulation and virtual engineering to evaluate and optimize concepts.
• Support product development with simulation-based analyses and insights.
• Collaborate with developers, researchers, and specialists to solve challenges.
• Interpret results and communicate conclusions to teams and stakeholders.
• Develop and validate simulation methodologies, workflows, and best practices.
• Capture and share knowledge to strengthen simulation-driven development.

Skills

FEA experience

Simulation tools

Analytical thinking

Python scripting

Fluent English

Education

M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering

Engineering Physics

Applied Mechanics

Tools

Python

FEA software (Abaqus/Ansys)

Job description

Sandvik Coromant is expanding its Cutting Tool Research capability in Sweden, applying simulation and virtual engineering to accelerate development and reduce physical prototyping. You will evaluate concepts, collaborate across disciplines, and translate findings into design recommendations. The role requires an M.Sc.

in mechanical engineering or related field, strong FEA experience, and proficiency in Python or similar tools. Fluency in English is essential, with Swedish as a plus.