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Application Engineer OEM - Nordics

Requisition ID:  23825
Job Category:  Engineering & Technology
Career level:  Professional
Contract type:  Permanent
Location: 

Gothenburg, SE

Are you a technically skilled engineer who enjoys solving real‑world challenges together with customers and colleagues? Do you thrive on turning technical complexity into smart, practical solutions that help customers? Are you motivated by variety, collaboration, and the opportunity to develop Swedish industry?

 

Then you could be our next…

 

Application Engineer OEM – Nordic

 

Join a team where your ideas, technical know-how, and curiosity truly matter.

 

SKF OneNordic is looking for an engaged and collaborative Application Engineer to support our OEM customers across the Nordic region. SKF’s Application Engineers are a vital part of the sales team, helping SKF stand out from competitors and maintain a leading market position.

 

In this role, you’ll be part of a supportive and knowledgeable Application Engineering team serving OEM customers. You'll help them improve through expert guidance, smart technical solutions, and contributions to reliable and sustainable performance — making a direct impact on industries that keep society moving.

 

Key Responsibilities

As an Application Engineer, you will collaborate closely with account managers and customer experience representatives to create customer value by:

 

  • Designing and verifying bearing arrangements using a risk‑based approach
  • Solving technical issues and performing root‑cause analyses, including bearing inspections
  • Guiding customers toward improved performance and reliability
  • Leading or supporting projects such as Engineer-to‑-Order and Application‑-Specific-‑Offerings
  • Delivering clear and engaging technical presentations and trainings
  • Creating and maintaining relevant technical documentation and presentation materials
  • Planning and executing customer activities with the account team
  • Staying up to date with SKF’s full product and solution portfolio
  • Sharing knowledge and collaborating across teams
  • Visiting customer sites for technical discussions and events

 

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone with a solid technical foundation and a genuine interest in solving customer problems effectively. You might recognize yourself in the following:

 

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (or equivalent technical background)
  • Experience in application engineering, product development, sales, or project management is beneficial
  • Proficient analytical and technical problem‑solving skills
  • Comfortable interacting directly with customers and building long‑term relationships
  • Highly effective in conveying ideas and presenting information
  • Experience with SKF calculation tools (e.g., SimPro) is a plus
  • Fluent in English, Swedish is an advantage

 

If you don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply — we value potential, curiosity, and willingness to learn.

SKF is committed to creating a diverse environment, and we firmly believe that a diverse workforce is essential for our continued success. Therefore, we only focus on your experience, skills, and potential. Come as you are – just be yourself. #weareSKF

 

You Will Enjoy Working Here If You Are/Have

We value your mindset as much as your skills. You are someone who:

 

  • Works proactively and collaboratively
  • Thinks structurally and enjoys finding innovative, practical solutions
  • Is curious, motivated, and interested in developing new skills
  • Builds supportive relationships across teams and functions
  • Works in a structured way and can independently manage tasks when needed

 

What We Offer

  • A meaningful role where your work contributes to the future of Nordic industry
  • High visibility and impact — SKF Application Engineers are trusted technical experts
  • A collaborative and welcoming environment with knowledgeable and helpful coworkers
  • Opportunities to grow, contribute, and share your knowledge across industries
  • A manager committed to your development and well‑being

 

 

Additional Information

Location: Sweden, with Gothenburg as a preferred location, local contract.


You will report to Yvonne Rydberg, Application Engineering Manager, OEM -Nordic.
For questions about the role, contact Yvonne at +46 70 527 29 91 or yvonne.rydberg@skf.com.

 

For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Josefin Nelson, Recruitment Expert via Teams/email. Please note that we cannot accept applications via email.

 

At SKF, we are committed to promoting fairness and inclusivity throughout our recruitment process. To achieve this, we may include assessments and verify the information in your application in compliance with country-specific laws and regulations.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the recruiter.

Is this you? 
If the answer is yes, please submit your application, CV and cover letter, no later than February 4, 2026

 

Visit Recruitment@SKF for support and more information about recruitment at SKF.

 

 

 

 

About SKF

SKF has been around for more than a century and today we are one of the world’s largest global suppliers of bearings and supporting solutions for rotating equipment. With more than 40,000 employees in around 130 countries, we are truly global. Our products are found everywhere in society. In fact, wherever there is movement, SKF’s solutions might be at work. This means that we are an important part of the everyday lives of people and companies around the world. See more, at www.skf.com.

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