Development Engineer - R&D Filler Metals (SAW)

Job title: Development Engineer - R&D Filler Metals (SAW)

About the Role ESAB is seeking Development Engineer to join the R&D Filler Metals (SAW) team in Gothenburg, Sweden. You will lead technical development projects, drive innovation, and mentor junior engineers within a global R&D organization.

What You'll Do

• 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.

What We're Looking For

• 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.

Nice to Have

• IWE diploma meriting.
• Swedish language proficiency (meritorious).

Compensation & Benefits

• 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.