Alfa Laval is looking for
At Alfa Laval, we’re not just developing products, we’re driving the transition to a cleaner, more energy-efficient world. Our cutting-edge technologies improve energy efficiency, reduce emissions, and recover waste heat, supporting the shift toward clean energy and a circular economy. Among these innovations, the Gasketed Plate Heat Exchanger (GPHE) stands out as a cornerstone technology in the global energy transition.
About the Job
Our R&D department is a vital part of the Business Unit Gasketed Plate Heat Exchangers, which manages global sales and development of GPHE products. Within R&D, the Existing Product Development (EPD) team is dedicated to continuously improving our current product portfolio.
As we face exciting challenges in building a more sustainable and energy-efficient future, we are expanding our team. This role offers the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that directly contribute to global sustainability goals. The team operates from two main locations: Lund and Shanghai and combines a broad spectrum of design expertise for industrial and sanitary applications with a dynamic mix of younger and older members fostering diverse perspectives, balanced experience, and effective global collaboration.
Key responsibilities for this role entail:
- Design & Development: Responsible for design work, adding new features, and implementing improvement suggestions.
- Technical Calculations: Performs pressure vessel and structural calculations.
- Technical Support: Provides support to Operations, Sales, R&D, and investigates claims.
- Product data: Responsible for managing and updating technical product data to ensure quality and availability in our configuration system
- Collaboration: Works cross-functionally with various departments to ensure effective solutions
This position is based in Lund, Sweden.
What you know
- A degree in Mechanical Engineering, preferably with a focus on product development or mechanics.
- A structured and analytical mindset, with the ability to zoom in on details while keeping the bigger picture in view.
- Strong project management and communication skills, with a collaborative and results-oriented approach.
- Experience with 3D CAD, FEA, and PDM systems.
- Experience working with codes and standards (e.g. EN13445 and ASME VIII) is a plus
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
Who You Are
You are a curious and driven engineer who thrives in a collaborative, project-based environment. You enjoy solving complex technical challenges and are motivated by the opportunity to make a real-world impact.
What’s in it for you
We offer a challenging position in global, open, and friendly environment. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success. The nature of the job also means that you will cooperate closely with many different parts of our organization, building both broad business knowledge as well as a global network of colleagues
Assessment practicalities
We care about diversity, inclusion, and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidate's fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments, and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games. Playing the games is mandatory.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, we conduct background checks on final candidates for this role.
For more information, please contact:
Kent Sallhammar, Existing Product Development Manager, [email protected]
Tanja Sukaj, Talent Acquisition Partner, [email protected]
Union information
Johan Ranhög, Akademikerna, +46 46 2891664
Stefan Sandell, Ledarna, +46 46 367364
Monica Anderberg, Unionen, +46709623811
We review applications continually, so please send yours no later than 7th of December 2025. If the right candidate appears, the ad will be closed earlier. Applications sent directly via email will be disregarded without notice due to General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
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What We Do
Pioneering positive impact!
Our pioneering 140-year-old start-up culture is built on the idea that partnership is the key to solving complex problems and unlocking the full potential of resources. So we collaborate closely with our partners, customers, and thought leaders to create game-changing solutions that challenge conventional thinking on quality, efficiency, and innovation. United by a shared commitment to creating positive impact we’re reshaping vital industries, like energy, food, water, and shipping, to optimize efficiency, reduce emissions, and increase yields. Together, we’re building business success, elevating the quality of life across society, and driving progress towards a more sustainable world.
Alfa Laval is a leading global provider of first-rate heat transfer, separation, fluid handling products separation, and fluid handling products. With these as its base, Alfa Laval aims to help enhance the productivity and competitiveness of its customers in various industries throughout the world. We define their challenges and deliver sustainable products and solutions that meet their requirements – in energy, the environment, food, and the marine industry.
Alfa Laval today has customers in some 100 countries, employs more than 21,300 people, and annual sales were SEK 63.6 billion (5.5 BEUR) in 2023. The company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. Alfa Laval contributes to 15 of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals. Our solutions make a difference in daily life. You can learn more on our website about how our products work, and how they are used in industries worldwide.
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