Göteborg: RF system expert

SKF has been around for more than a century and today we are one of the world’s largest global suppliers of bearings and supporting solutions for rotating equipment. Our products can be found literally everywhere in society. This means that we are an important part of the everyday lives of people and companies around the world.

In September of 2024, SKF announced the separation of its Automotive business, with the objective to build two world-leading businesses. The role you are applying for will be part of the automotive business. This means you will have the opportunity to be a part of shaping a new company aimed at meeting the needs of the transforming global automotive market.

Would you like to join us in shaping the future of motion?
We are now looking for a…

Electrical & Electromagnetic Technology Expert – Automotive Business

Automotive is all about bold innovation, execution with speed and outstanding quality. Bring your passion and interest in vehicle electrification technologies and you will be part of the core technical team, the Technology Office, for our new automotive ventures.
In this highly technical role, you will be a key team member, overcoming complex technical challenges to enhance the value of customized automotive products. In the role of Electrical & Electromagnetic Technology Expert you will be crucial for establishing our position as a leading supplier to the EV business, developing our offers to customers in this growing market through innovation and cross-domain solutions. You will be a key contributor in this field, utilizing your curiosity and innovative mindset to implement significant changes in our technologies. You will be able to engage with and leverage knowledge from diverse scientific fields, promoting advancements in this relatively new area.

The Technology Office will be composed of a pool of experts skilled in multiple technology areas essential for a leading automotive bearing supplier: material science (steel and non-metallic materials), tribology, manufacturing processes (such as heat treatment, machining and forming), life prediction, NVH & diagnostics.


Key responsibilities
Provides technical leadership for projects incorporating complex electronic or electromechanical (mechatronic) systems.
Stays abreast of new technology and recent developments and trends in the research and academic arena related to electric motor technologies, including related electronics driver and software control algorithms
Consolidate knowledge regarding electrical machine and their impact on bearings;
Lead testing methodology, equipment selection and initial execution for product in electrical environment
Document and improve electrical machine analysis and characterization with the aim of improving component designs
Team member of new technology development for electrical machine components and electromechanical systems.
Coordinating collaborative projects related to electric motors components with cross-organizational teams and partners
Develop, with other field experts, model of complex physical phenomena that includes electric and electromagnetic effects
Train technical teams on electrical and electromagnetic related topics


We expect you to have/be
MSc in physics, electrical, mechatronic or related technical fields
Broad knowledge and strong interest in electrical and electromagnetic technical field, especially for automotive application
Experience with operating Lab Equipment such as impedance analyzer, oscilloscopes and power analyzer
Practical experience of electrical simulation (SPICE) combined with (in-house) code development (Python, Matlab, etc.)
Experience in electric motor architecture or testing including inverters
Knowledge in analog circuit and understanding of EMC/EMI design
Ability to communicate complex project to non-experts
Experience with PCB CAD (Schematic, PCB Layout and Routing) is a plus
Understanding of sensors for automotive applications (chassis and powertrain) will be appreciated
Proficiency in English, both written and spoken
Availability to travel


What you can expect:
Technical lead position with opportunity to build a deep knowledge foundation.
A role in an interesting and growing field, where you will have the opportunity to think outside the box to advance our technological abilities
Cross functional engagement with collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, testing
Train and mentor junior colleagues and influence a large technical audience from product development colleagues to quality team through application engineering
Enjoy a global collaboration and opportunity for technical networking by working with experts from around the world.
With a global footprint and customers, you will enjoy leading and inspire across diverse cultures.


SKF is committed to creating a diverse environment, and we firmly believe that a diverse workforce is essential for our continued success. Therefore, we only focus on your experience, skills, and potential. Come as you are – just be yourself. #weareSKF

Some additional information
This position will be located in Gothenburg (Sweden), on local contract. One of the other major SKF Automotive sites in EMEA, such as Airasca (Italy), Schweinfurt (Germany) or Saint-Cyr-sur-Loire (France) could also be considered.

You will report to the Technology Office Manager.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Alberto Carlevaris, Alberto.Carlevaris@skf.com or Mathieu Hubert, Mathieu.Hubert@skf.com. For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Josefin Nelson, Recruitment Expert EMEA, josefin.nelson@skf.com.

At SKF, we are committed to promoting fairness and inclusivity throughout our recruitment process. To achieve this, we may include assessments and verify the information in your application in compliance with country-specific laws and regulations. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the recruiter.

Is this you?
If the answer is yes, submit your application with your CV in English no later than May 7, 2025. Please note that we can't accept applications via email. We will screen candidates continuously throughout the application period, so make sure to submit your application as soon as possible.

Huawei Gothenburg research center seeks an RF System expert in B5G (Beyond 5G)and Next Generation wireless systems research to join their team.
You will have the opportunity to utilize your skills to find technical solutions for a better-connected world and to develop your own skills in a world-class BTS systems research team. You will also analyze requirements, define system and product architectures, and verify the proposed solutions by cooperating with different international teams, including system design, product design and product management.
Responsibilities
Research on B5G and 6G RF architectures and key enabling technologies.
Find innovative and cost-efficient RF-related solutions for current and future wireless networks.
Evaluate the performance of new RF system ideas/architectures by simulation.
Qualifications requirements
PhD in Communication Engineering, Microwave Engineering, Electronic Engineering
At least 5 years of industry RF system design experience is recommended.
Strong background in wireless communications, radio systems, RF engineering, and RF antennas.
Good understanding of 3GPP BTS radio system standards. Knowledgeable about beamforming methods and RF-related system requirements in LTE, NR and other wireless systems.
Good understanding of antenna systems, channel models, wireless propagation, and RF material technologies.
Ability to do technical analysis with scientific coding languages like Matlab, Python, C, and C++.
Should be able to travel frequently between Huawei Sweden's R&D office in Stockholm (Kista) and Gothenburg, as well as short-term travel in Europe and China.

This is a full-time consultant position.
Please contact Karin Persson if you have any questions.

What we require:
PLC Knowledge
Industrial network knowledge
Machine Safety knowledge
Electrical hardware knowledge
ME or IE Bachelors Preferred or commiserate experience
5-7+ years of expertise in manufacturing/automotive industry
Exceptional project management and leadership skills
Communication, collaboration and negotiation skills with internal and external customers and stakeholders
Willingness to travel domestically or internationally
Working experience in an international and diverse environment is a plus
Experience of Manufacturing Engineering processes and Facility, Tooling and Equipment process
Broad knowledge from other similar operations within the area
Work in a team-oriented environment
Target oriented and strong analytical skills
Well organized working methods and ability to report in a structured and concise format
Ability to organize and prioritize own work and to manage multiple tasks
Positive mind-set and pro-active attitude, self-starter.
Ability to interact cross-functionally and to act in a multi- cultural environment
Meritorious:
Experience of working with electrical design
Eplan knowledge
Experience of Siemens TIA Portal
Required skills
siemens PLC
Industrial network
Electrical hardware
PLC
Machine Safety
Project Management
Electrical/PLC standards
Automation
Preferred skills
SW
EPLAN
Manufacturing
TIA Portal
Electrical Design
Languages
English

We are now looking for a leading expert who is ready to drive the evolution of mobile network and base station technology into the timeframe of 5.5G and 6G. So it is quite clear that higher capacity and new frequency bands, increased power efficiency and tougher latency requirements means that new solutions and technologies needs to be developed.
Responsibilities:
Develop a new BTS concept that will be the base for the family of next generation base stations (macro and densified networks). You will be Responsible for the research of next generation architecture and design of wireless Base Station, lead the BTS systemization work for all BTS related functions from the antenna unit to baseband. Further it will also include considering aspects of product practice and Life Cycle Costs.
The solution will need to be described and systemized on a conceptual level, documented in research reports and requirement specifications.
In this role you will work together with an experienced team of BTS system engineers based in Gothenburg.
The work will be done in close cooperation with Wireless research organization in Shanghai China. The role will require travelling both within Sweden but also to Wireless organization in Shanghai.
Qualifications & experience
Experience of working with systemization on BTS system level, radio component design and antenna units, product practice will be better
Extensive knowledge about 5G networks, use cases and BTS architectures
Extensive knowledge in Massive MIMO technology incl. antenna and spectrum
Knowledge about new frequency bands (i.e 6-10GHZ and 27-29GHz), use cases and physical limitations
Knowledge about x-haul technology CPRI and eCPRI
Experience of working with “What is beyond Moores’ law”
Experience of leading and guiding teams
Experience of reporting to executives
Recommended 10+ years of experience in the industry
High drive, energetic and attracted by the challenge of taking the BTS concept top the next level
High developed skills in finding new innovative solutions, strategic visions and ability of leading and driving activities.
Prior experience from international and multicultural work is preferred. As we are a global company the candidate must be able to communicate fluently in English, both verbally and in writing.
Enjoy to work in multicultural and international organization