Title:  Mathematical Engineer

Location: 

GENOVA, 42, Italy, 16153

Professional Area:  ENGINEERING
Contract Duration:  PERMANENT

About Tenova

Tenova, a Techint Group company, is a worldwide partner for sustainable, innovative and reliable solutions in the metals and also through the well-known TAKRAF and DELKOR brands in the mining industries. Tenova leverages a workforce of over 2,500 forward-thinking professionals located in 18 countries across 5 continents, who design technologies and develop services that help companies reduce costs, save energy, limit environmental impact and improve working conditions.

www.tenova.com

 

Your role in Tenova:  Mathematical Engineer
Description: 

We are seeking a highly skilled Mathematical Engineer for the Business Unit Tenova Material Handling to apply advanced mathematical methods, modeling techniques, and computational tools to solve complex engineering and industrial problems. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between theoretical mathematics and practical engineering applications, contributing to the design, optimization, and analysis of systems, processes, and products in the bulk material handling industry.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement mathematical models and algorithms to describe and solve material handling cases
  • Perform numerical simulations and computational analyses to predict system behavior and support design decisions 
  • Analyze complex systems using techniques from:
    • differential equations
    • optimization
    • statistics and probability
  • Design and execute model validation activities to ensure accuracy and reliability of results 
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, software engineers) to integrate models into our machines
  • Identify opportunities for performance improvement and cost optimization using mathematical methods
  • Develop simulation tools and support R&D activities for new technologies and products

 

What we ask for

  • Master’s degree (MSc) in Mathematical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Engineering (with strong mathematical background) or Physics
  • Strong knowledge of mathematical modeling, numerical methods, optimization techniques, data analysis
  • Proficiency in programming and simulation tools such as MATLAB / Simulink Python / C++ 
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to translate real problems into mathematical models
  • Strong computational and programming skills
  • Capability to work in multidisciplinary teams
  • Clear communication of complex technical concepts

 

What we offer

  • The opportunity to contribute to the activities with a direct impact on business performance
  • A dynamic and international environment where ideas are valued
  • Continuous learning (training, exposure to new technologies, cross-team collaboration)
  • The applicable collective labor agreement is CCNL per Industria Metalmeccanica Privata e della Installazione di Impianti
  • Hybrid working model
  • 14th-month salary
  • Performance bonus linked to business results
  • Performance Management: continuous development process with multi-source feedback and defined development actions (io non andrei così nel dettaglio in un annuncio, ma per Castellanza non c’era?)
  • Annual welfare benefits worth €250
  • Meal vouchers: €10 daily allowance to support your meals
  • Supplementary healthcare coverage
  • Well-being initiatives

For the position, the starting gross annual salary will be from € 40.000, with the final offer determined based on the candidate’s seniority, experience, and skills, as well as the outcome of the selection process.

Workplace: Genova