Drive the development of next generation cooking technology as our new Product Specialist 

Are you ready for the next step in your career? Join a role where you shape the future of sustainable engineering and work across the full lifecycle of cooking technology. As our new Product Specialist, you will take a holistic view of the cooking plant, collaborate closely with R&D, Sales, Delivery and Service teams, and help move our customers forward with competitive and high performing solutions. 

You will be part of a skilled and committed team that develops concepts, drives improvements, and supports customers in a global environment. If you want to influence the future of cooking technology while growing your own expertise, this is your opportunity.  

Your responsibilities 

• You partner with R&D, Sales, Delivery projects and Service to develop and improve cooking concepts, equipment and lifecycle solutions for our customers. 

• You engage in early concept design and rebuild development to strengthen our offering and ensure competitive cooking technology. 

• You support customers and Sales in identifying process improvements while contributing to troubleshooting and technical problem solving in real projects. 

• You collaborate closely with internal teams to drive performance, safety and quality improvements across the product portfolio and internal workflows. 

• You participate in global activities and travel when required to support engineering, customers, and development work. 

What we expect from you 

• You have a BSc or MSc in Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering or equivalent relevant experience. 

• You bring experience from the pulping business with a strong understanding of cooking technology. 

• You communicate fluently in Swedish and English. 

• You are curious, collaborative, and committed to continuous improvement, and you appreciate working closely with many different teams. 

• Some travel is required as a natural part of the work. 

To succeed in this role, you will require the following: 

You focus on understanding the full cooking plant and how to shape competitive solutions for customers. You use your experience from pulping and cooking technology to develop concepts, support projects, and drive improvement work. You thrive in a collaborative environment where you work closely with engineering, R&D, Delivery and Service teams while contributing to long term product development. 

We also expect you to align with Valmet’s Leadership Principles - practical behaviors that guide how we lead, collaborate, and succeed together:  

• Take accountability – Act with ownership, set clear expectations, and follow through  

• Lead with courage – Champion change, try bold ideas, and learn quickly  

• Build on trust – Listen to understand, be open, and create psychological safety  

• Collaborate for growth – Work across boundaries, value diverse perspectives, and focus on customer value 

We offer 

You will join a dedicated and highly skilled product management team of eight engineers working in a technically advanced environment with a strong focus on performance, safety, and quality. The team develops concepts, supports global projects, and collaborates closely with R&D, giving you the chance to influence both technology and the future direction of cooking solutions. You will also interact daily with colleagues across Sales, Delivery, Service and other departments, as Karlstad is Valmet’s largest site in Sweden with around 750 employees. 

Valmet offers an inspiring and dynamic workplace with opportunities for learning and career development. You will benefit from flexible working hours, modern tools, and a supportive environment that values wellbeing, growth and collaboration. 

Want to know more? 

Did we catch your interest? For further information, please contact Roger Jansson, Senior Manager of Cooking Product Line [email protected] 

Last application date by June 5, 2026 by filling in our online application form. 

Please also attach your CV to the application. 

We will start interviews before the application deadline, so please submit your interest at your earliest convenience. 

We perform background checks and alcohol/drug testing for all employees in Sweden, in line with our commitment to a safe and secure workplace.