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And that’s exactly where we at SKF want to be. Right at the center, providing reliable rotation for the real world. Our expertise is built on the development, design and manufacture of bearings, seals and lubrication systems. And we also provide machine health assessment, engineering and remanufacturing services. But what we’re really offering is an arena for innovation - an opportunity for our customers to use the tools we provide to explore, improve or rethink the performance of their rotating equipment. A place where even the smallest adjustment can make a big difference. \nLCV (Laser Cadding Venture) offers surface treatment, repair and 3D printing for increasing the lifetime of industrial components, by the process its added value with regards to harder coatings, better wear resistance, less material consumption, low heat input and lower Total Cost of Ownership. Our innovation in process technology is key, producing high-performance products, qualitative service and beyond state-of-the-art technology. \nTo grow our team in Oudsbergen, we are looking for a skilled \nR&D Design and Process Engineer Laser Metal Deposition\nAs R&D Design and Process Engineer LMD, you will have a large contribution in the current running and upcoming Laser Metal Deposition Research projects, such as SKF Infinium. You will be in the driving seat to develop the new future Laser Metal Deposition technology into new applications and globally industrialize them and design a new generation of bearings for a sustainable future. You will work on a daily basis with Laser Metal Deposition machines to develop new prototypes and zero-series bearings which will be installed at customers.\nYour main responsibilities\nR&D Design and Process engineer\nDevelop process drawings for ensuring a stable and reliable manufacturing flow. \nImplement these processes together with a broad team of machine experts, welding engineers and operation team. \nDevelop and maintain the design process of the Infinium bearings in the Centre of Excellence \nDevelop with the global SKF network a scalable design tool to ensure globalization of the products. \nHands-on process validation on beyond state-of-art Laser Metal Deposition machines. \nR&D project engineer\nParticipate in and drive cross-functional project activities to enable the future scalable implementation of Infinium. \nCoordinate the development and validation of scalable product and process designs that can be deployed across global production locations. \nDefine project objectives, deliverables, milestones and responsibilities, and follow up on progress, risks and dependencies. \nInterpret sensor, process and production data to identify improvement opportunities, support technical decisions and verify process robustness. \nTranslate project results and data-driven insights into standardized design rules, process requirements and implementation plans. \nAlign R&D, engineering, quality and production stakeholders to ensure effective technology transfer and sustainable industrialization. \nYour profile\nYou have a specialization or large interest in the field laser processes (laser cladding, laser welding, laser hardening, laser metal deposition or other) \nYou have a broad knowledge on manufacturing processes and Parametric CAD design \nKnowledge of quality methods (8D, Six Sigma, FMEA, etc.) is a plus. \nYou have a solid ability to work in a team and high willingness to support other team members with a real “can-do mentality” \nYou have an analytical, systematic, and independent way of working \nYou are flexible and assertive, motivated to take on leadership \nYou are willing to constantly develop and advance own skills \nYou have good communication/presentation skills \nYou have a very good command of spoken and written English \nYou are well organized, accurate and result driven \nSKF 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 \nWhat we offer\nA full time position with responsibilities in a highly dynamic team within an international work environment offering many learning and growth opportunities. You can expect a market conform salary package completed with extra-legal advantages.\nSome additional information\nThis position will be located Oudsbergen, Belgium, on local contract. You will report the R&D Manager - Laser Metal Deposition, who is located in Oudsbergen (Belgium). For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Simona Collino, Talent Acquisition Europe & Africa, who is located in Airasca (Italy) at . Please note that we can't accept applications via email. \nAt SKF, we are committed to promoting fairness and inclusivity throughout our recruitment process. 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