Senior Process Engineer, Biomass conversion and Mechanical Fiber
Valmet Aktiebolag · Sundsvall · Tills vidare · Deadline 2026-11-16
Valmet is recruiting a **Senior Process Engineer** to join its Biomass Conversion and Mechanical Fiber (BMF) team based in Sundsvall. Operating at the intersection of process engineering, sales, and technology development, the position supports the delivery of equipment, engineering, and lifecycle services to the pulp and paper industry. Core responsibilities include preparing heat and mass balances, designing tailored process concepts, supporting start-ups, troubleshooting, and identifying ways to reduce energy and chemical consumption. Because the Sundsvall site holds global product responsibility for BMF technologies, the position involves international collaboration and **travel**. Applicants must hold a **bachelor's or master's degree in chemical or mechanical engineering** alongside prior experience as a process engineer in the pulping industry or a similar field. Candidates need strong technical calculation capabilities, independent problem-solving skills, and the capacity to present solutions and build customer relationships. Excellent verbal and written English is required, while proficiency in other languages is considered a merit. Valmet conducts pre-employment background checks as well as alcohol and drug testing for all employees in Sweden.
Are you passionate about building customer relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and driving technology development? Join us at the intersection of sales, traditional process engineering, and R&D, where you will help customers succeed while shaping the future of our technologies.
Valmet’s Biomass Conversion and Mechanical Fiber (BMF) team is looking for a Senior Process Engineer to join our team in Sundsvall. In this position, you will support the delivery of engineering, equipment, and lifecycle services that Valmet provides to customers in the Pulp & Paper industry.
Your responsibilities
This is a varied and dynamic role where you will combine traditional process engineering with customer focused technology development. You will prepare heat and mass balances, develop process concepts, and design tailored solutions to meet customer needs. Working closely with customers, sales teams, and colleagues across Valmet, you will contribute to winning projects and delivering value-added solutions that create lasting customer value throughout the entire lifecycle.
From concept development to plant optimization, you will play an active role in helping customers succeed. Whether supporting start-ups, troubleshooting process challenges, or identifying opportunities to reduce energy and chemical consumption, your work will directly contribute to improving customer performance and sustainability.
Valmet in Sundsvall have the global product responsibility for the BMF Technologies within Valmet. We work closely together with our market areas, hence, the work will include international contacts and travelling.
Expectations for you
To be successful in this position you will need:
- Bachelor or Master’s degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
- Experience from working as a process engineer in the pulping industry or similar.
- Good problem-solving skills with the ability to quickly adapt to changes and work independently to meet deadlines.
- Ability to balance strong technical skills with solid relationship-building capabilities.
- Excellent skills in English, verbally and in writing. Other languages could be a merit.
As a person you are a natural relationship builder, innovative and skilled in technical calculations. You like to learn new things and like to present technical solutions to an audience. You are a collaborative team player who enjoys working with others, while also being confident taking ownership and finding solutions independently.
We offer
At Valmet, you will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative and international environment where engineering expertise drives innovation and customer value. We support your professional development through continuous learning opportunities, modern work tools, and meaningful work that contributes to sustainable industrial solutions. We value our people and strive to create a workplace where everyone can grow, contribute, and succeed.
Want to know more?
Did we catch your interest? Please submit your application through the link provided no later than November 16, 2026. We review applications continuously. For additional information, please contact Jonas Franzén, Manager, Application and Process, Biomass conversion & mechanical fiber, at jonas.franzen@valmet.com.
We perform background checks and alcohol/drug testing for all employees in Sweden, in line with our commitment to a safe and secure workplace.
When everything works together
Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. We work together with our customers throughout the entire lifecycle, delivering cutting-edge technologies and services as well as mission-critical automation and flow control solutions. Backed by more than 225 years of industrial experience and a global team of over 19,000 professionals close to customers; we are uniquely positioned to transform industries toward a regenerative tomorrow.
At Valmet, diversity of thought drives innovation. We are committed to a respectful and inclusive environment, where people can be themselves and are supported to contribute at their best. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and make hiring decisions based on skills, experience, and potential, never on personal characteristics such as gender, gender identity, age, ethnicity, nationality, disability, neurodiversity, religion, sexual orientation, or political views.
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