- Location
- Gothenburg, Sweden
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Engineering
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Workday
Description
Are you motivated by combining hands-on laboratory work with innovation and data analysis? Join Essity and help create products that make a difference in people’s everyday lives.
About the Role
We are now looking for a Laboratory Engineer to strengthen our team in Gothenburg, working in our R&D laboratory dedicated to the testing, evaluating and development of baby care products. You will work closely with colleagues in product development and innovation, using laboratory testing and analysis to support the development and continuous improvement of our products.
The position is based at our Gothenburg office, where you will work in modern laboratory facilities.
What You Will Do
- Laboratory testing: Plan and perform laboratory tests of development products and solutions within innovation projects and other R&D activities.
- Data analysis: Analyze and statistically evaluate test results and translate findings into useful conclusions for development teams.
- Presentation of laboratory work: Communicate laboratory evaluations both verbally and in written form.
- Method development: Develop, evaluate and validate laboratory methods based on consumer, product and business needs.
- Innovation projects: Participate in innovation, product development, value engineering and business support activities.
- Cross-functional collaboration: Work with colleagues from different functions and areas of expertise and represent the laboratory in project teams.
- Product testing: Take responsibility for laboratory evaluation within assigned projects, combining practical laboratory work with theoretical analysis.
- Laboratory expertise: Maintain and further develop your knowledge of relevant test methods and your technical area of expertise.
Who You Are
- You have a technical university degree, preferably a BSc in Chemistry, Textile Engineering or a similar field.
- You have a few years of experience in laboratory work and are comfortable combining practical testing with analytical work.
- You have experience working with statistical analysis and relevant analytical tools or software.
- You are fluent in written and spoken English. Swedish is an advantage.
- You have good communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
- You need to be able to travel 1-2 weeks at a time every now and then.
Furthermore, we are looking for someone with a creative mindset who values accuracy and is results-oriented. You are comfortable with change, able to see new possibilities, and have a strong customer and consumer focus. You are courageous, have a can-do attitude, and are eager to learn and develop.
Application
If you are up for the challenge and would like to join our laboratory team, apply online today by using the link on our career site.
Kindly note that due to GDPR we will not accept applications via mail. As we will be making ongoing selections, interviews might start before the application deadline. We may conduct background checks in the final stages of the recruitment process to verify your qualifications and fit for the role.
What We Can Offer You
Our purpose, Breaking Barriers to Well-Being, provides meaning to everything we do. Join us to improve well-being for people and drive positive change for society and the environment. At Essity, you'll feel valued, empowered to grow, and challenged to achieve business results in a collaborative and open atmosphere. Innovate for Good | Excel Together | Be You with Us