Systems Research Engineer

At Sandvik, we lead the way in electrification, automation, and digitalization, driving innovation and developing cutting-edge technologies in these fields. Our focus is developing fully automated and electrified robotic mining technologies for mobile machinery, including machine vision, machine learning, and artificial intelligence with an aim to revolutionize the underground and surface mining industry. Tampere is the home of Sandvik's state-of-the-art Test Mine that is a facility designed to simulate real mining conditions and test new technologies in a controlled environment. This underground test mine allows for the development and validation of advanced digital mining solutions. If you’re excited to shape the innovations of tomorrow, we want to hear from you. You can join Sandvik’s smart minds, all working together to build a better future for the mining industry.

The Digitalization and Automation team at Sandvik’s Research and Technology Development is seeking an experienced, proactive, and results-oriented Systems Research Engineer with a collaborative attitude to join our team based in Myllypuro, Tampere, Finland. We are part of the Technology Development and Services organization within the Digital Mining Technologies Division, one of the nine divisions in Sandvik Mining. This role requires on-site presence at our factory and state-of-the-art test mine in Tampere, with flexibility for partial remote work.

Your role as a Systems Research Engineer includes research, design, implement, and integrate complex multi‑component systems. You will play a crucial role in turning research concepts into integrated, modular autonomy solutions and enabling their deployment across simulators, test platforms, and concept machines. You will work closely with key technologies such as multi-sensor systems, LiDAR point-cloud processing, sensor calibration, simulation environments, and containerized C++ applications with automated build and deployment pipelines.

This role includes hands‑on integration, deployment, and testing of newly developed solutions in our state‑of‑the‑art Test Mine and Test Pit environments. You will also have the opportunity to validate your work using our cutting‑edge underground drilling, load‑and‑haul, and surface mining concepts, Amelia,  AutoMine® Concept, and Surface Concept, along with future visionary concept machines yet to come.

Your key responsibilities

• Working in projects involving mobile machine automation and digitalization.
• Managing and updating our GitHub code development and deployment pipeline.
• Developing and integrating modular autonomy software, sensor interfaces, and calibration solutions, ensuring consistent operation across simulation and physical test platforms.
• Hands‑on integration, deployment, and implementation testing in the Sandvik Test Mine and Test Pit.

Your background and what we find important

• Suitable technical education (such as an M.Sc.) in engineering.
• 2+ years of experience in systems engineering.
• 2+ years of experience in research background in automation / robotics.
• 2+ years of experience using simulators in technology development.
• Experience in managing and coordinating outsourced projects is preferred.
• Experience in developing complex modular autonomy systems.

We are looking for someone with strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with the team and other stakeholders also in English. You have the passion to stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in digitalization and the mining industry. You work proactively and systematically with strong problem-solving attitude even under pressure.

We offer you an interesting role with high impact in a truly international environment with great opportunities for your professional development and growth. You will have the unique opportunity to be at the forefront of technological advancements. As part of our team, you’ll be among the first to see, develop, and test groundbreaking technologies in our state-of-the-art test mine and test pit. In addition, we offer good employee benefits, the possibility to work partially remotely, and an inclusive corporate culture focused on sustainable development, with values such as Curiosity, Responsibility, Customer Focus, and Winning Together. We believe in an inclusive, equal, and open-minded culture, and we nurture our diversities to form a solid foundation for achieving great results.

Are you intrigued? Visit our Solid Ground stories hub and LinkedIn to get to know us better. Or meet Amelia, the pride of our Research and Technology Development - AutoMine® Concept Underground Drill innovative, fully autonomous, twin-boom development drill rig designed to operate without human interaction, enhancing safety and efficiency in mining operations.

Contact information

For further information about this position, please contact the recruiting manager Henri Liikanen, Manager Automation and Digitalization, tel. +358 504350275 (calls on Friday November 20th, 12-14, Monday November 23rd, 10-12 or Thursday November 26, 15:30-17, EET).

For further information regarding the recruitment process, please contact Sandvik's HR Services, Finland, tel. +358 800 1 44444 (weekdays between 9-11 and 12-15, EET).

We look forward to hearing from you!

Send your application and CV including your salary request at home.sandvik/careers by Monday November 30th, 2026.

We will review applications and conduct interviews already during the application period. The position will be filled once a suitable person has been found.

Your application should consist of an introductory letter and a CV (in English). When applying, please make sure to also attach your cover letter when asked to upload your resume. Please note that we don’t accept applications by e-mail.

Job ID: R0099093

About us

Sandvik is a global, industrial technology group providing solutions that enhance productivity, profitability and sustainability for the manufacturing, mining and infrastructure industries. We are at the forefront of digitalization and focus on optimizing our customers’ processes. Our world-leading offering includes equipment, tools, services and digital solutions for machining, mining, rock excavation and rock processing. In 2025 the Group had approximately 42.000 employees and revenues of about SEK 121 billion in more than 150 countries.

The Underground Drilling Division within Business Area Mining is an industry leading global provider of drilling equipment for underground mining and tunneling industry with focus on technology development and future innovative solutions to enable sustainable operations for our customers. Sandvik Mining and Construction Oy’s Tampere site is a global technology and manufacturing center for Underground Drilling equipment.

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