Job description
You will work as a research engineer within the Quantum Materials group and assist the members of the group in developing the experimental setups that the group runs. Specifically, you will work with the design and development of mechanical components for the various experiments as well as maintenance and fault rectification.
Qualifications
Requirements
- A graduate degree or an advanced level (higher education) in a relevant subject or equivalent competence.
- Documented experience in mechanical design and experience with CAD.
- Substantial experience of practical technical work
As a person, you are service-oriented and find it easy to collaborate. You are at the same time self-motivated and goal-oriented with the ability to drive projects all the way to implementation. You have a broad interest in technology and a willingness to learn new subjects and techniques.
Preferred qualifications
- We would like you to have experience of working with precision mechanics and workshop work such as the use of lathes, milling machines, NC machines, etc.
- We would also like you to have experience in one or several of the topics optics and optical design, high-power lasers, vacuum technology and cryotechnology.
- It is also a merit if you have experience of working with software control of hardware as well as working in multicultural environments and
- awareness of diversity and equal treatment issues with a particular focus on gender equality.
Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.
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To apply for the position
Log into KTH's recruitment system to apply for this position. You are responsible for ensuring that your application is complete according to the instructions in the ad.
The application must include:
- CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge.
- Copy of diplomas and grades from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents have not been issued in any of these languages.
- Three examples of parts or mechanical systems designed with CAD.
- Brief account of your motivations for applying, expectations and future goals. Maximally two pages long.
Your complete application must be received by KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).
About the employment
The employment is valid until further notice (permanent post) according to agreement.
The employment begins with a six-month probationary period.
Other information
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Type of employment: Permanent position
Contract type: Full time
First day of employment: Enligt överenskommelse
Salary: Månadslön
Number of positions: 1
Full-time equivalent: 100%
City: Stockholm
County: Stockholms län
Country: Sweden
Reference number: PA-2026-3647
Contact: Oscar Tjernberg, oscar@kth.se
Published: 2026-10-23
Last application date: 2026-11-13
