Sensor Design Engineer - Mechanical & Validation

Danfoss; Kolding; On-site; DKK 520,000 - 760,000; Full time

Job summary

Danfoss seeks a Sensor Development Engineer to develop next-generation sensor solutions for industrial applications. The role focuses on transforming requirements into robust, manufacturable designs through mechanical design and validation.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver sensors with high performance, durability, and quality throughout their lifecycle, spanning Nordborg and Kolding and contributing to a sustainable future.

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical or mechatronics engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in mechanical product development, preferably sensors or electromechanical products.
• Strong understanding of design for manufacturability and materials.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design sensor products from concept to validation and implementation.
• Translate requirements into robust, cost-effective sensor designs.
• Drive mechanical design activities including component design, materials selection, and packaging concepts.
• Plan and execute prototype builds, laboratory testing, and validation activities.
• Analyze test results and identify opportunities for design improvements.
• Collaborate with electronics, software, manufacturing, quality, and supplier teams for complete sensor solutions.
• Support root-cause investigations, design reviews, and continuous product improvements.
• Utilize simulation and engineering analysis tools to guide design decisions and reduce risk.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, specifications, test reports, and design guidelines.

Education

Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering degree

Tools

CAD tools

Simulation tools

Job description

Danfoss seeks a Sensor Development Engineer to develop next-generation sensor solutions for industrial applications. The role focuses on transforming requirements into robust, manufacturable designs through mechanical design and validation.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver sensors with high performance, durability, and quality throughout their lifecycle, spanning Nordborg and Kolding and contributing to a sustainable future.