R&D Subject Expert Material Development

Sandvik Aktiebolag; Svedala kommun; On-site; SEK 649,983 - 920,810; Full time

Job summary

Sandvik Aktiebolag in Svedala, Sweden, is looking for a Subject Expert for Material Development. This role involves driving innovation in material technology for wear parts and collaborating with R&D teams as well as external partners. Applicants should have a PhD in Materials Science and extensive experience in advanced material development.

The position requires leadership in research projects and a strong understanding of alloy design and solidification theory.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in advanced material development within industrial environments.
• Solid expertise in structure-property relationships and microstructural evolution.
• Knowledge of IP strategy and governmental research funding.

Responsibilities

• Drive current and future material technology development for wear parts.
• Define and execute the material development roadmap.
• Lead advanced research projects with external partners and universities.

Skills

Expertise in alloy design

Knowledge of solidification theory

Experience leading research projects

Strong focus on cast steels

Education

PhD in Materials Science

Job description

About the job

As Subject Expert for Material Development, you ensure material technology leadership for current and future crushing solutions. You act as the go‑to expert for wear material properties, new alloy development, and advanced research initiatives, working closely with product design, R&D, and external partners. You report to the Technology Development Manager.

Job responsibilities

• Drive current and future material technology development for wear parts
• Define and execute the material development roadmap together with R&D managers and product owners
• Lead advanced research projects internally and with external partners and universities
• Prepare new material technologies for design teams and commercialization
• Strengthen and manage the IP portfolio linked to material innovations
• Support design, development, and market teams with material expertise and issue management

Location and flexibility

The role is based in Svedala, Sweden. Travel is a natural part of the position, reflecting close collaboration with partners and stakeholders across locations.

Your profile

• A PhD in Materials Science
• Extensive experience in advanced material development within industrial environments, with a strong focus on cast steels
• Solid expertise in alloy design, structure-property relationships, and microstructural evolution
• Strong understanding of solidification theory and its impact on material performance
• Proven experience leading research projects and driving external collaborations, including work with universities and research institutes
• Knowledge of IP strategy, IP portfolio development, and governmental research funding

Job ID: R0092553.