Research Scientist in Advanced Materials

2 weeks ago


Västerås, Västmanland, Sweden NKT HV Cables AB Full time

Company Overview

NKT HV Cables AB is a world-leading supplier of cables for the energy sector, investing to reach further success in innovation and research and development. Our company fosters a culture of collaboration, encouraging exploration and knowledge sharing among colleagues who are specialists in their fields.


Job Description

We are looking for an innovative and curious R&D Engineer within Polymer Materials and Technology. As a key member of our team, you will participate in various development projects and root cause analyses related to polymer properties and processing. Your role will involve managing internal R&D initiatives and providing external consulting services with complete accountability.

Your primary responsibilities include participating in R&D projects within cable insulation materials and cable technology, handling small and large-scale work tasks related to polymer materials, supporting innovation for new projects and ways of working, conducting experimental work and analysis of polymers relevant to the projects, contributing to external consulting assignments, and upkeeping of relevant lab instruments.


Required Skills and Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you should have a Master's degree in polymer materials and technology, knowledge of physical properties, processing, and characterization of polymer materials and compounds, experience in a research lab focused on polymer characterization techniques, a forward-thinking mentality that values new techniques and enriching experiences, skills in managing projects and a keen understanding of organizational dynamics, ability to collaborate effectively with others while also thriving in solo tasks, proficiency in building professional connections, and proficient in both spoken and written English, with additional Swedish language skills being a valued asset.


Benefits

NKT HV Cables AB offers a diverse organization that enables sustainable performance, fostering an inclusive and welcoming culture where people from different backgrounds and with different viewpoints can thrive and perform at their best. We encourage motivated individuals who want to contribute to our success, even if they don't meet all the requirements, to apply. Our facilities include advanced laboratories where you will collaborate with colleagues who are specialists in their fields.



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