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Sandviken, Sverige
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At Alleima, Strategic Research is at the heart of our operations, supporting our three divisions: Tube, Strip, and Kanthal. Our Mechanical Metallography and Corrosion unit, a key part of Strategic Research, excels in mechanical testing, heat treatment, and corrosion. We deliver high-quality test results, innovate new and existing test methods, and actively participate in research and development projects. Our methods range from standardized tests to proprietary complex methods.
The assignment
The assignment focuses on fatigue testing of components made of high-performance steels. You will learn about a special fatigue testing method and equipment and carry out tests on different specimens and materials to benchmark the test method and map its capabilities. You will perform both experimental, hands-on work, as well as theoretical work and data analysis. By the end of the assignment, you will have gained hands-on experience with a new testing method, expanded your knowledge of fatigue of metals, and improved your technical understanding.
Location: Sandviken
Your profile
We are looking for a master’s student in Materials Science, Applied Physics or Mechanical Engineering with a strong interest in metallurgy and materials development. You have knowledge of the relationship between structure and properties in steels and alloys, as well as a solid understanding of solid mechanics. Knowledge from courses or previous experience within electronics and electrical devices, such as sensors, data acquisition and computers in general, is considered beneficial. Good written and spoken communication skills in Swedish and/or English are required.
Your personal qualities are essential for this role. We are looking for someone with strong technical and engineering skills who enjoys working collaboratively and contributing to a team-oriented environment. You are creative, adaptable and curious, with the ability to approach challenges from different perspectives and find practical solutions. To succeed in this thesis project, you take responsibility for your work, show accountability in your assignments and have a structured, problem-solving mindset.
What you can expect from us
At Alleima, we are convinced that diversity and inclusion lead to a better workplace for our employees, our company and our customers.
We care: We are proud of what we do. We care about our customers, our employees, the environment, the communities in which we operate and the future we share.
We deliver: We deliver on our commitments, with a solution-oriented mindset we enable our customers to be their very best: more efficient, more profitable and more sustainable
We are developing: We are constantly developing. Together, we take the lead to advance materials, ambitions, industries, ourselves – and communities for the better.
Additional information
As a part of the hire process alcohol and drug tests are conducted according to our procedures for a safe working environment.
For more information about the position contact:
David Molnar, Supervisor, +46 73 729 80 29
Lise-Lotte Säde, Recruiting Manager, +46 70 200 76 40
For more information about the recruitment process, please contact:
Frida Carlsson, Recruitment Specialist, +46 73-599 76 14
You are welcome with your application no later than 2026-09-30.
About Alleima
At Alleima, our mission is much more than delivering high-quality products, technology and processes – through collaboration we develop the best solutions according to our customers' needs and that this is how we achieve our business goals is the best way to describe our daily work. With curious employees and safety as our first priority, we create a work environment where you can develop both as a person and in your work.
With a clear direction for our journey, where we use our position as technology leader, progressive business partner and where we are driving in terms of sustainability, we aim to become an even stronger company within our industry.
Are you ready to take on this challenge with us? Join us on our journey! www.alleima.com