Senior Application Development Engineer

Höganäs

China
Hybrid (regular domestic travel in china, occasional global travel)
Bachelor's or master's degree in materials science
5+ years experience in surface engineering
Hands-on expertise in hvof, hvaf, aps, or lpps
Höganäs is seeking a Senior Application Development Engineer to explore and develop surface coating applications across various industries, with a strong focus on thermal spray processes. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in materials science or mechanical engineering, specifically in surface engineering and coating materials

Job Summary

  • The role involves proactively exploring new surface coating applications across energy, aviation, automotive, and industrial sectors.
  • Candidates must recommend appropriate powder materials and thermal spray processes while evaluating performance against overlay welding.
  • Höganäs is a global leader in metal powders aiming to become the preferred supplier of sustainable solutions with net-zero climate emissions.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Höganäs is seeking a Senior Application Development Engineer to explore and develop surface coating applications across various industries, with a strong focus on thermal spray processes. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in materials science or mechanical engineering, specifically in surface engineering and coating materials.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in materials science
  • 5+ years experience in surface engineering
  • Hands-on expertise in HVOF, HVAF, APS, or LPPS
  • Knowledge of WC-Co, Cr3C2-NiCr, Al2O3, Ni alloys, YSZ
  • Ability to analyze operating conditions and failure mechanisms

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with overlay welding vs thermal spray boundaries
  • Background in application development or technical marketing
  • Familiarity with DOE or systematic validation methodologies
  • Proactive self-driven approach to project execution
  • Strong communication skills for internal and external stakeholders

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in materials science or mechanical engineering
  • More than 5 years' experience in surface engineering or thermal spray
  • Fluency in written and spoken English

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