R&D Test Engineer

We are looking for a hands-on R&D Test Engineer with strong practical mechanical skills to work directly with our experimental and pilot-scale systems.

In this role, you will be responsible for operating, maintaining, and improving our pilot setup, ensuring reliable test execution and high-quality data collection.

This is a practical, equipment-focused role requiring strong hands-on mechanical competence and demonstrated experience working directly with industrial or experimental equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, operate and maintain experimental and pilot-scale process equipment.
• Prepare, execute, and monitor test runs, manage data collection and documentation.
• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of process equipment including continues improvement of installation.
• Track and manage spare parts, components, and equipment condition.
• Ensure proper cleaning and readiness of systems between test campaigns.
• Manage installation and improvement of equipment (mechanical, piping, connections, etc.)
• Monitor and handle process components such as pumps, heat exchangers, valves, thermocouples, and pressure sensors.
• Work with fluid systems (liquid/gas), including piping and connection elements.
• Assist in diagnosing operational issues and improving system performance.
• Collaborate closely with engineering and process teams during testing and development.
• Ensure safety compliance.
• Close collaboration with different internal and external stakeholders (e.g. R&D, engineering, suppliers and partners).

Qualifications & Experience

• Technical education or experience (MSc or BSc with additional vocational training, or equivalent experience in mechanical engineering, industrial maintenance, mechatronics, automation, manufacturing, or a closely related technical field).
• Minimum 3 years of experience working in a test/pilot production environment.
• Hands-on experience with one or more of the following process areas is of merit: Chemical processes, Radio systems, Mechanical design and manufacturing, high or low voltage systems, PLC programming.
• Excellent English skills (both written and oral). Proficiency in Swedish language is a plus.
• Highly hands-on and practical mindset, comfortable working directly with process equipment.
• Self-driven with a strong sense of ownership and responsibility.
• Able to work independently while maintaining good communication with the team.
• Strong problem-solving skills in operational and experimental environments.
• Detail-oriented, with a structured approach to work.
• Comfortable following procedures, safety rules, and operational standards.
• Willing and able to document work accurately, including test results and equipment status.
• Organized and disciplined in maintaining equipment, workspace, and records.
• Align with our team principles: PACE – Persistent, Active, Collaborative, and Evolving.

What we Offer

• A unique engineering challenge that has good chances to have a huge impact on the industry and global environment.
• To be part of a dynamic, purpose-driven, international team.
• An innovative entrepreneurial environment with possibilities to set your own and the company’s working processes and have a great influence.
• To work closely with some of Europe’s best researchers and engineers in our fields, in projects coordinated by NitroCapt.
• A generous option program, allowing to take part of a future economic growth.
• 6 weeks paid vacation per year.
• Occupational pension & Wellness benefit.

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