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Your New Role  We are currently seeking a highly experienced Senior Expert Buyer within Power Electronics to join a leading high-tech automotive environment in Gothenburg. This is a key strategic role where you will play an essential part in securing cutting-edge technologies that shape the next generation of electrified vehicles. In this position, you will take ownership of strategic sourcing activities within the Power Electronics domain, working closely with both internal engineering teams and global suppliers. You will operate at the intersection of technology, commerce, and innovation - ensuring competitive, robust, and future-proof supply solutions. Key Responsibilities Lead strategic sourcing of power electronics components, including inverters, semiconductors, SiC/IGBT technologies, and PCBAs Drive complex supplier negotiations and establish long-term commercial agreements Manage cost structures, benchmarking, and value optimization initiatives Act as the primary commercial interface towards R&D, engineering, and key global suppliers Support projects close to SOP, including risk management, escalation handling, and supply assurance Contribute to technology roadmaps and supplier development strategies Company Presentation Our client is a well-known brand in the automotive industry and has been around for almost 100 years. This is a brand for people who care about other people and the world we live in. Here, they work proactively for a sustainable workplace and environment. Culture and diversity are also words that the client values. Good to Know Scope of employment: Full-time, 100% Type of contract: Fixed-term employment as a consultant via JobBusters. Start date: Immediately End date: 2027-07-16, with the possibility of extension Other information: Our client requires that an adequate background check has been completed prior to the start of the assignment. In your application: Please ensure that your CV clearly demonstrates how you meet the qualifications required by the client. To succeed in this role, you will need:  Proven experience as a Strategic or Expert Buyer within automotive or high-tech industries Strong understanding of power electronics and product development processes Excellent negotiation skills with a track record of delivering commercial value Ability to work independently while managing complex stakeholder landscapes Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities Fluent in English; Swedish is considered a merit What we Offer Secure employment with a collective bargaining agreement, insurance coverage and occupational pension Wellness allowance and employee discounts and offers via Benifex (e.g., health, leisure, transport and healthcare) Flex pension and access to the Lifeplan pension advisory service Additional compensation during parental leave Occupational health services Long-term assignments and a dedicated Consultant Manager for personal support Opportunities to build valuable experience, expand your network and grow your future career We look forward to receiving your application  We review applications on an ongoing basis. As recruitment processes in the consulting industry can move quickly, the position may be filled before the advertised deadline — so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. You do not need to submit a cover letter. Instead, please respond to the screening questions included in the application process.

Process Engineer - Furnace    Silex Microsystems is the world’s leading pure-play MEMS foundry, customizing solutions for prominent global clients in industries such as pharmaceuticals, consumer electronics, and automotive. As a Process Engineer in Furnace at Silex, you’ll play a key role in establishing a new process for epitaxially grown polysilicon. If you’re motivated by innovation and want to grow in a collaborative environment, this is a great opportunity.  Would you like to know more about Silex and what we do? Read more here.    The Team  At Silex, our Furnace team is central to depositing different films using LPCVD or thermal oxidation technique on silicon substrate—an essential step in the fabrication of all our products. As part of this dedicated team, you’ll contribute to and develop your skills alongside 6 talented team members, both engineers and technicians. Together, we own the furnace equipment and processes, continuously monitoring performance and driving improvements. Our mission is to accelerate the introduction and development of new products while ensuring smooth, high-quality production.   The role  In this role, you are responsible for ensuring that manufacturing goals are achieved in close collaboration with operators and service technicians. Your workdays will be varied, combining cross-functional meetings with Product Managers and hands-on development of new processes that meet customer specifications.  You will play a key role in expanding and strengthening our technical capabilities at Silex, with epitaxially grown polysilicon (epi-poly) being one important focus area.  An equally important part of the role is contributing to structured and efficient ways of working. You will help develop clear work routines for operators, troubleshoot and resolve issues within the area, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance workflow, quality, and overall process performance.  In this role, you will:  Develop, maintain and improve Furnace processes and epi-poly processes   Establish, and maintain routines and documentation.   Handle stopped production batches and development material together with process integration engineers (PIs).   Participate in process qualification of new equipment/materials and release to them production.   Participate in the startup of new products, review specifications and process flows.   Take responsibility for area equipment, improving the tool uptime, maintain and develop new standardized process modules.  Collaboration with all levels of the organization and external vendors of the materials and equipment.   We are looking for someone who has:  A PhD or a Master’s degree in Engineering, specializing in Applied Physics, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.  Experience with epitaxially grown polysilicon (epi-poly) or other epitaxial growth techniques.  An understanding of LPCVD, thermal oxidation technologies, and semiconductor processing principles (considered an advantage).  Hands-on experience operating furnace equipment, including in-line metrology equipment (considered an advantage).  The ability to identify improvement opportunities and manage projects to implement those improvements.  One or two years of experience in an engineering role, preferably in production or development environments (considered a bonus).  Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.  Strong documentation and quality management skills.  Excellent communication skills in English; proficiency in Swedish is considered a merit.     What we offer you:  The chance to work closely with fantastic colleagues.  The opportunity to work with the latest technology in MEMS.  To be part of a leading company driving technology development in the industry.  Strong knowledge exchange with the world's foremost experts in process integration and process development of MEMS.     About Silex The Silex team brings together talented, curious, visionary, and determined individuals to break new ground in the industry alongside customers, developing the latest process technology within MEMS for global applications. As part of this team, you will work with some of the world’s largest technology giants and innovation leaders in industries such as medicine, life sciences, consumer electronics, telecommunications, automotive, and industrial sectors.   Additional Information   We are reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. To apply, please attach your CV and answer a few questions. Our process is competency-based and includes a personality and logic test as well as reference checks. Additionally, we will conduct a background check and drug test prior to employment, and as an employer, we perform random alcohol and drug tests for all employees.     We look forward to your application and to welcoming you on this exciting journey!