Polymer Technology Expert - Automotive Business

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. Our products can be found literally everywhere in society. This means that we are an important part of the everyday lives of people and companies around the world.

In September of 2024, SKF announced the separation of its Automotive business, with the objective to build two world-leading businesses. The role you are applying for will be part of the automotive business. This means you will have the opportunity to be a part of shaping a new company aimed at meeting the needs of the transforming global automotive market.  

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Polymer Technology Expert – Automotive Business

Automotive is all about bold innovation, execution with speed, and outstanding quality. Bring your passion for new technologies and experience in polymer engineering and you will be part of the core technical team, the Technology Office, for our new automotive ventures.

In this highly technical role, you will be a key team member, overcoming complex technical challenges to enhance the value of customized automotive products. You will be the reference and owner of polymer knowledge, interacting globally with colleagues, customers, and industry experts from universities to suppliers. This pivotal role will require handling material approval and homologation, contributing to boost innovation momentum and securing cutting-edge technologies.

The Technology Office will be composed of a pool of experts skilled in multiple technology areas essential for a leading automotive bearing suppliers: material science (steel and non-metallic materials), tribology, manufacturing processes (such as heat treatment, machining and forming), life prediction, NVH & diagnostics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Chair of the Polymer Specification Group
• Develop and maintain polymer material & component specification
• Stay current with technology and market megatrends, overseeing new research, intellectual property (IP), publications, and technology roadmaps, while securing IP positions in your area of development.
• Owner of training on polymer material and processing
• New materials selection, development 
• Guide external collaboration for Polymer technologies
• Lead innovation for rapid proto
• Stay current with technology and market megatrends, overseeing new research, intellectual property (IP), publications, and technology roadmaps, while securing IP positions in your area of development.
• Chemical & temperature compatibility guidance
• Knowledge in plastic failure mechanism 

Requirements:

• Master degree in Polymer Sciences, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or in any other related scientific areas.
• Understanding of polymer synthesis, polymerization mechanisms, and the chemical properties of polymers
• Focus on automotive engineered polymers: PA46, PA66, PEEK, PA6
• Focus on new bio-based engineered polymers such as PA410
• Knowledge in plastic component forming technology: injection & compression molding
• Knowledge in the physical properties and behaviors of polymer materials, including mechanical, thermal, and rheological properties.
• Understanding polymer failure modes
• Knowledge in using simulation tools such as MoldFlow, Moldex, FE tools ... 
• Proficiency in using techniques such as spectroscopy, chromatography, and microscopy to analyze polymer structures and properties.
• Ability to lead and mentor junior colleagues
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken

What you can expect: 

• Technical lead position with opportunity to build a deep knowledge foundation.
• Cross functional engagement with collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, purchasing.
• Train and mentor, a large technical audience from product development colleagues to quality team through application engineering
• Enjoy a global collaboration and opportunity for technical networking by working with experts from around the world.
• With a global footprint and customers, you will enjoy leading and inspire across diverse cultures.

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

Some additional information

This position will be located in Gothenburg (Sweden), on local contract.
One of the other major SKF Automotive sites in EMEA, such as Airasca (Italy), Schweinfurt (Germany) or Saint-Cyr-sur-Loire (France) could also be considered.

You will report to the Technology Office Manager.

For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Katrin Edelmann, Recruitment Expert, on Teams or by email katrin.edelmann@skf.com. Please note that we can't accept applications via email.

Is this you? 
If the answer is yes, submit your application with your CV in English no later than May-20-2025. Please note that we can't accept applications via email. We will screen candidates continuously throughout the application period, so make sure to submit your application as soon as possible.

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.

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