Production Development Engineer - Sensor Technology

About the role

INFICON Aaland, the group's centre for developing and manufacturing ceramic vacuum gauges, is looking for a Production Development Engineer for its sensor development team in Mariehamn (Åland, Finland). The role sits between theory and practice: coordinating the build of test sensors, keeping test equipment running and interpreting the data that guides development. It works closely with more experienced engineers and requires good spoken and written Swedish and English.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and drive the construction of test sensors and test units with production, including planning material flow and test batches
• Make sure calibration and test equipment is continuously supplied with samples
• Collect, structure and analyse basic process parameters and measurement data
• Identify and report deviations or variations in the build process and contribute to improvements
• Act as the daily contact between development and production for prototype builds
• Document work processes, test results and lessons learned in a structured way
• Take part in team discussions about results and next steps
• Contribute to improving the learning cycles of experiment planning, prototype build and testing
• Use AI and statistical tools, for example in experiment planning and data analysis

Required profile

• Engineer or engineering technician (Bachelor or Master)
• Relatively newly graduated, eager to put what has been learned into practice
• Enjoys working close to production and thrives between theory and practice
• Structured with data, quick learner, willing to take responsibility and grow with the task
• Knowledge of vacuum technology, mechanics or electronics from studies is valued but not required

What we offer

• Flexible working hours
• Free healthcare, a wellness allowance and regular staff activities
• A thorough introduction for new employees
• International cooperation within the INFICON Group
• Clean, modern premises