Working in the TIC industry

Are you interested in working in a growing industry that plays a key role in ensuring quality and safety in various areas? On this page you can read about different professional roles, take part in person portraits and learn about the career paths required to succeed in the industry. All to make it easy for you to find your place in the TIC industry and contribute to the development of society.

What is the TIC industry?

TIC, which stands for Testing, Inspection and Certification, encompasses services that verify that products, services and systems meet specified requirements and standards. This industry is crucial for ensuring quality, safety and efficiency in various sectors, from industry and technology to food and the environment. By ensuring that products and services meet high standards, the TIC industry contributes to a safer society and a stronger industry. Digitalization and sustainability are two important trends that are impacting the industry and driving innovation.

About Swetic

Swetic, the Swedish industry association for testing, inspection and certification, was founded in 1997 and works to strengthen the competitiveness and development of the TIC industry. We represent the industry in dialogue with authorities and politicians, and work for high credibility in independent inspection, testing and certification.

Why choose a career in the TIC industry?

Working in the TIC sector means you contribute to maintaining and improving standards that affect people's everyday lives. You become part of an ever-growing industry that plays a key role in ensuring quality and safety in society.

Some roles in the TIC industry

Auditor: Conducts extensive on-site audits at clients. Requires theoretical university education and practical work experience.

Testing techniques: Performs practical testing in laboratories or at, for example, car inspections. Requires high school education and a practical aptitude.

Testing engineer: Evaluates results and acts as an advisor to research and development. Requires post-secondary education and analytical skills.

Personal portrait

”Rarely is one working day the same as another”

Interview with Patrik Nilsson, an inspector with over twenty years of experience.

Read the interview with Patrik

”Helping customers have a safe workplace is our drive”

Interview with Isak Hallberg, inspection engineer since 2019.

Read the interview with Isak

Explore your future in the TIC industry