Surface & Tribology 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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Surface & Tribology 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 surface 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 surface and tribology knowledge, interacting globally with colleagues, customers, and industry experts from universities to suppliers. This pivotal role will require handling of surface quality specification, 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 supplier: material science (steel and non-metallic materials), tribology, manufacturing processes (such as heat treatment, machining and forming), life prediction, NVH & diagnostics.
Key responsibilities
Lead the development of testing methodology for tribology and lubrication
Guide the surface topography optimization for life, friction and wear
Support coating, steel and lubricant expert in testing definition
Direct the development of electrical excitation in the mechanical rolling contact and define the testing equipment & methodology
Study and understanding of new failure mode (such as White Etching Cracks)
Train the engineering community on surface technology and testing
Support problem solving groups for failure identification, reproduction and find effective solutions
Optimize tribological test methods and enrich the tribological know-how, suitable for lubrication and surface topography
Owner of the tribology and surface technology roadmap in alignment with numerical tribology roadmap
Coordinate external collaboration on advanced surface testing

Requirements
MSc in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Physics, tribology or similar;
A broad and advanced knowledge specifically on grease lubrication and various modeling techniques
An understanding of manufacturing processes and their impact on surface topography
Experience in lubricant selection for bearings, specifications and tribology; high interests to guide & perform experimental research in support of modeling.
Demonstrated ability to drive full value chain from customers technology needs to R&D and vice versa
Practical experience of (in-house) code development (Python, Matlab, etc.) for test data processing
Ability to lead and mentor junior colleagues
Advanced communication skills and fluent in English.

What you can expect:
Technical lead position with opportunity to build a deep knowledge foundation.
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 Simona Collino, Recruitment Expert EMEA, at simona.collino@skf.com
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, submit your application with your CV in English no later than May 7th, 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.

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