Karin Backman
About Karin Backman
Karin Backman is a Quality Control Manager with extensive experience in the design and production of ceramic materials. She currently serves as the R&D Manager for Product Development in Wire and Heating Technology at Sandvik, a position she has held since 2013.
Current Role at Sandvik
Karin Backman serves as the R and D Manager for Product Development in Wire and Heating Technology at Sandvik. She has held this position since 2013, accumulating over 11 years of experience in this role. Her responsibilities include overseeing product development projects, particularly focusing on advancements in material physics. This role highlights her expertise in managing complex projects within the materials sector.
Previous Experience at ABB
Karin Backman has prior experience working at ABB, where she engaged in project employment for two months in 1996 and completed her thesis work for four months in 1995, both based in Zurich, Switzerland. These roles contributed to her foundational knowledge in engineering and project management within a corporate environment.
Background in Material Physics
Karin Backman possesses extensive experience in the design and conventional production of ceramic materials. Her expertise extends to material examinations, particularly in ceramics, which positions her as a knowledgeable professional in the field of material science. She has managed product development projects that leverage her background in material physics.
Education and Expertise
Karin Backman studied at Uppsala University, where she earned a Master of Science degree in Physics from 1990 to 1996. This academic background laid the groundwork for her extensive career in material science and engineering, enabling her to develop specialized skills in material examinations and product development.
Early Career at Iggesund Paperboard
Karin Backman began her career with summer employment at Iggesund Paperboard, where she worked from 1989 to 1993 for a total of four years. This early experience provided her with insights into the production processes within the paperboard industry, contributing to her overall understanding of material production.