What's the role?
As part of our international materials research team your task is to actively participate in the development of new hard material concepts for metal sawing. Furthermore, you will contribute to the development of new testing and characterization methodologies. Existing material solutions for metal sawing need to be evaluated, followed by the generation of a comprehensive understanding of wear and damage mechanisms. This is an interdisciplinary technology task with a focus on hands-on mentality for an analytical and critical thinking mindset.
Start date is January/February/March 2026; duration is for 6-12 months.
What You'll do
As intern in our materials research team, you will work closely with our material experts, project managers and research engineers in generating know-how and developing new material concepts for our metal saw blades.
The main tasks include conducting tests and analyzing tested saw blades. You will use your analytical and synthesis skills to improve the lifetime and cutting speed of metal saw blades. The tasks will necessitate the collaboration with several internal teams including development, research, testing and engineering. Your work will require a solid knowledge of materials science as well as interest in testing of construction tools. Previous experience related to coatings and/or hard metals will be particularly valued.
What You’ll Bring
- Master or Bachelor student in Materials Science & Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related engineering subjects.
- A strategic approach and good problem-solving skills.
- Interest in hands-on and scientific work to conduct and evaluate tests.
- Analytical and synthesizing skills to derive recommendations.
- A proactive approach and self-reliant personality.
- Previous experience working with coatings and/or hard metals will be especially valued.
- Good knowledge of English language.
What’s In It for You
We really value our people, and we've worked hard to develop a reward package that reflects this, creating your future to be just how you would want it. Some of our benefits include:
- Connection with a diverse community of over 2,100 colleagues from 70 nationalities in a region where Liechtenstein, Austria, and Switzerland intersect.
- Employee groups actively supporting causes like female empowerment and the LGBTQIA+ community.
- Leisure activities like mountain biking and tennis.
- Opportunities for community engagement both locally and internationally.
- Shared e-bikes, an on-site gym, dining options, learning opportunities, free parking, fuel discounts, meditation/ relaxation rooms, and Hilti tool rental service.
Why Hilti
Hilti is a global leader in construction innovation, with more than 34,000 team members across 120 countries. Guided by our purpose, Making Construction Better, we’re driven to keep learning, growing, and finding new ways to make a lasting impact. Here, you’ll be empowered to use your strengths, work with a global and inclusive team, and take on meaningful challenges. At Hilti, you’ll have the chance to make your ideas, achievements, and growth real through purpose, passion, and teamwork.
Commitment to Inclusion
At Hilti, inclusion is a key focus in how we work, lead, and grow together. We are committed to embracing diversity of thought and creating an environment that is inclusive of everyone, everywhere. We continuously strive to ensure every voice is valued and every team member feels empowered to contribute. By building on this foundation, we strengthen our teams, our innovation, and our impact, making construction better together.
Hilti is an equal opportunity employer.
