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Research & Development

Introduction
Sandvik Hyperion develops manufactures and markets a wide range of cemented carbide and diamond products that help to improve the productivity and profitability of our customers. We are looking for a R&D Engineer who is seeking an opportunity to develop within a thriving team based in Coventry. This new team is based in our state-of-the-art laboratory which has benefited from a recent investment in both buildings and equipment.
The Role
The role will involve:
  • Independently plan and perform material analysis and test method development.
  • Deliver recommendations, reports and presentations on customer samples to all levels of the organization.
  • Project Management of key R&D projects.
  • Working within teams to drive industrialization of developments and opportunities.
  • Working with cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Collaborating with Universities and other external research centres.
Your Profile
The successful candidate should:
  • Possess a Ph.D. / M.S. in Engineering or Science with strong understanding of engineering fundamentals, analytical and solid conceptual skills.
  • Have 3-5 years or more of industrial experience, in Mechanical/ Manufacturing environment being advantageous.
  • Knowledge of cemented carbides and powder metallurgical manufacturing processes is an advantage.
  • Experience within a commercial lab and knowledge of powder characterisation and related physical science techniques.
  • Demonstrate ability in project management and prioritization skills.
  • Show awareness of personal impact on others and act as a role model to junior engineers.
  • Be customer-focused and have strong commercial awareness.
  • Be computer literate and have a good command of verbal and written English.
  • Ability to speak another language, especially Spanish, is a strong benefit.
Be willing to travel internationally and spend periods of up to a month at a time abroad
Deadline: 30 Sep 2014
Job ID: 333606
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