Research Engineer – Fixed-term

Stora Enso

Research Engineer supporting innovation in wood and pulp technology at Stora Enso. Flexible location with focus on collaboration and problem solving in wood construction projects.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeNacka • 🇸🇪 SwedenMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mass timber products and their application in construction, with strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex technical information effectively to diverse audiences. Engages in research activities and collaborates with stakeholders to support innovation and compliance with building regulations.

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Mass Timber Products ExpertiseCivil Engineering KnowledgeTechnical Customer SupportResearch Project ExperienceStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Wood ScienceStructural EngineeringData AnalysisBuilding Regulation KnowledgeCertification Support

Soft Skills

Analytical ApproachStakeholder EngagementEffective Communication

Industry Keywords

CLTLVLMass TimberConstructionInnovation Projects

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Providing engineering and wood processing expertise to help develop ideas, accelerate innovation projects, and solve problems
Supporting customers and sales by providing technical customer support in the use of CLT and LVL for construction
Participating in project teams to deliver innovation projects to expected timescales, budgets, and desired deliverables
Managing mass timber research activities
Supporting colleagues on certification and building regulation requirements for mass timber products

Requirements

What you’ll need

Tertiary education and experience in wood science, civil / structural engineering or related fields
Deep knowledge of mass timber products and their use in construction
Strong communication skills, especially explaining scientific and technical topics in a way that non-experts can understand
An analytical approach, basing decisions on facts and using data effectively
Scientific and technical literacy and experience in research projects
The ability to engage with a wide range of people and job roles and with external stakeholders
Fluent written and spoken English
Fluency in Swedish is an advantage

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career growth opportunities within an international organisation
Hybrid work options and flexible working hours
Access to modern technologies and digital tools
Professional development opportunities
Motivating additional benefits package
Inspiring, sustainable, and innovation-driven work environment