Master Thesis: Materials Engineering: From Carburizing to Nitriding (Steel Heat Treatment)

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I korthet

Atlas Copco seeks a Master's student for a thesis project on advanced nitriding technologies for highly loaded gear components. The project combines materials science, heat treatment, and product development to improve performance and durability, with potential to influence future Atlas Copco products.

Ansvarsområden

Conduct a literature study on nitriding, nitrocarburizing processes, relevant steel grades, and surface hardening mechanisms.
Characterize hardened materials through hardness measurements, metallographic examination, microstructural analysis, residual stress evaluation, and assessment of compound layer and diffusion zone.
Support testing of bevel gears and evaluate failure modes using microscopy and engineering analysis.
Establish the relationship between surface treatment characteristics and fatigue performance, providing recommendations for future development.

Krav

Pursuing a Master's degree in Materials Engineering or a related field.
Knowledge of, and/or a strong interest in metallic materials and heat treatment.
Knowledge of, and/or a strong interest in metallography and microscopy.
Knowledge of, and/or a strong interest in fatigue and fracture mechanics.
Knowledge of, and/or a strong interest in material testing and characterization.
Analytical, curious, and enjoy combining experimental work with engineering analysis.
Self-driven and proactive.
Effective communication skills and enjoy collaborating with colleagues from different disciplines.

Önskade kvalifikationer

The thesis project is intended for one student.

Förmåner

Opportunity to contribute to the next generation of industrial tools.
Gain hands-on experience in materials evaluation, heat treatment, testing, and analysis.
Work closely with specialists and real engineering challenges.
Be part of an experienced R&D environment.
Thrive in a friendly environment.
Develop your skills.
See ideas take shape.
Opportunity to connect with colleagues across the Atlas Copco Group.
Gain insight into product development in a global industrial company.

Färdigheter

NitridingNitrocarburizingMetallographyMicroscopyFatigue mechanicsFracture mechanicsMaterial testingMaterial characterizationSteel

#Materials Engineering#Heat Treatment#Steel#Nitriding#Carburizing#Research and Development

Om Atlas Copco Group

Atlas Copco Group enables technology that transforms the future. We innovate to develop products, services and solutions that are key to our customers’ success. Our four business areas offer compressed air and vacuum solutions, energy solutions, dewatering and industrial pumps, industrial power tools and assembly and machine vision solutions. In 2025, the Group had revenues of BSEK 168, and at year end about 56 000 employees.

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