At the Top Hammer department within Rock Tools, we’re on an exciting journey – we’re currently developing the next generation of top hammer rock tools and setting our future ambitions on how to work with digitalization. As we continue moving forward, we’re now looking for a Product Engineer to join us. 

Shortly about us 

Being a leading supplier of equipment, tools, services, support and technical solutions for the mining and construction industry requires commitment. At Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology, we aim to develop solutions that provide our customers in every corner of the world with the best overall experience. Sustainability is critical for our customers and is one of the key focus areas in Sandvik’s Shift strategy.  

Your mission 
In this position, you’re a key person in the collaboration between our sites in Sandviken and Tampere, as you’re following the development of on-going RTD projects at Tampere and reporting back to Sandviken. You work closely with key stakeholders to drive development in our strategic area of Rock Tools’ digitalization. This includes technical responsibility for RockPulse from a Rock Tools perspective – driving its development forward and collaborating with the R&D in Tampere, including both hardware and software development. In addition, you support the product development of our rock tools in Sandviken by contributing with the equipment aspect and you work in close cooperation with the Digital Technology team and Manager in Tampere. By sharing your expertise and developing new ideas, you contribute to the improvement of methods, tools and processes that add value to the business. 

This position is permanent and based in Tampere, Finland and some travel is part of your job. You report to the Manager for Product Development of Top Hammer Tools, located in Sweden.  

Your profile 
We’re looking for someone with a master’s or bachelor’s degree in engineering or other related field of study. You have previous experience as an application engineer and have worked in the field of rock drilling, software development or measurement technology. Experience in project management and knowledge of Matlab is considered as an asset. As we operate in a global business, excellent communication skills in both English and Finnish are required. 

With an open personality and strong empathy, you communicate effectively by addressing matters in the right way and conveying new ideas clearly. You’re self-driven, have a positive attitude and with a structured approach, you get things done to achieve goals. You have excellent interpersonal skills, enabling you to manage stakeholders and collaborate with others. 

What’s in it for you? 

We offer you an excellent opportunity to further develop your expertise with our top quality, high-tech products and to acquire international experience in a global business environment. At Sandvik, we believe that diversity of experience, perspective and background will lead to a better environment for our employees, our business and, thereby, our customers. We have an inclusive company culture where our values are Innovation, Fair Play, Customer Focus and Passion to Win. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to a wide range of topics from how products are defined & developed to how they are sold and marketed. Visit our stories hub, LinkedIn, Facebook and We Make the Shift - Advancing the World through Engineering to get to know us better. 

Contact information 

For further information about this position, please contact Jukka-Pekka Uusitalo, Research and Emerging Technologies Manager, BU Rock Drills, +358 400 467 513 (Available on Tuesdays from 3 pm – 4 pm EEST during application period).

Recruitment Specialist: Adam Frykman 

How to apply 

Send your application no later than August 25, 2024. Click apply and include your resume and cover letter in English. Please note that we don’t accept applications by e-mail. Job ID: R0066562.  

As we aim for a fair recruitment process, we utilize assessment tools to safeguard objectivity. When you apply for this job, you will therefore receive an invitation via email to a personality and logic ability test. Feedback comes immediately after the test has been completed and the selection process begins after the application deadline. 

For further information regarding the recruitment process, please contact: 

Sandvik’s HR Services, Finland, +358 800 1 44444