Testing Engineer at Outokumpu in Degerfors
Are you interested in quality, testing, and continuous improvement? We at Outokumpu in Degerfors are now looking for a driven and meticulous quality leader who wants to work on ensuring that our stainless steel meets the highest standards. If you are motivated by working in a technically advanced and sustainable production environment – then this could be the right challenge for you!
About the Role
As a Testing Engineer, you will function as a quality leader in our testing laboratory, where we test our products for corrosion resistance, mechanical and metallurgical properties. You are responsible for ensuring that our processes comply with applicable standards and requirements according to ISO 17025, STAFS regulations, and other governing methods.
The role includes the opportunity to take full responsibility for, for example, internal and external audits – meaning you lead, conduct, and follow up on these processes.
In close collaboration with the lab manager and your colleagues, you lead and participate in the work with continuous improvements, working environment, and safety in the laboratory. You also serve as a deputy for the lab manager and take operational responsibility when the regular manager is not present.
Examples of Work Tasks
• Participate in Outokumpu's work environment and safety initiatives
• Ensure and further develop accreditation according to ISO 17025
• Work with method development and improvement of testing procedures
• Lead internal and external audits
• Handle deviations and customer complaints
• Drive and participate in improvement projects within quality and safety
Who Are You?
For you to thrive and succeed in the role, we believe you have a post-secondary engineering education in materials technology, testing technology, metallurgy, or equivalent. If you have previously worked as a testing technician or similar, this could be the next step in your career.
It is advantageous if you have experience with:
• Work in accredited operations (ISO 17025)
• Quality assurance and improvement work in industry
• Work environment and safety matters
We are looking for someone who:
• Enjoys collaborating with people in different functions and contributing to achieving common goals
• Is meticulous, analytical, and customer-focused
• Has good IT skills and interest in technical systems
• Has a genuine interest in metallurgical processes and industrial production
• Speaks Swedish and English fluently in speech and writing
Why Outokumpu?
At Outokumpu, we promote diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strive for all our employees to feel welcome and have equal opportunities to develop within the company. You will become part of a global company with a strong focus on sustainability and innovation.
In this role, we offer a salary between 42,000 - 50,000 SEK/month, based on factors such as education, experience, skills, and geographic location. Please contact the responsible Talent Acquisition Partner for more information.
Interested?
Does this sound like your next challenge? Submit your application by August 15, 2026. We interview continuously and the position may be filled before the final application deadline.
Questions?
Do you have questions about the position or your application? Please feel free to contact:
· Anton Wölker, Recruiting Manager, [email protected]
Adis Martinovic, Talent Acquisition Partner, [email protected]
Union Representatives:
· Unionen – Tommy Nordell, [email protected]
· Sveriges Ingenjörer – Albin Karlsson, [email protected]
Please note that we decline contact from recruitment agencies, CV and job ad sales companies.Testing Engineer at Outokumpu in Degerfors
Are you interested in quality, testing, and continuous improvement? We at Outokumpu in Degerfors are now looking for a driven and meticulous quality leader who wants to work on ensuring that our stainless steel meets the highest standards. If you are motivated by working in a technically advanced and sustainable production environment – then this could be the right challenge for you!
About the Role
As a Testing Engineer, you will function as a quality leader in our testing laboratory, where we test our products for corrosion resistance, mechanical…