Mechanical Engineering Systems & CAD Specialist

ICEYE; Espoo; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

ICEYE is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Systems & CAD Specialist to join the Spacecraft Hardware team in Espoo, Finland. You’ll ensure smooth product delivery from concept to qualification, manage CAD/PLM workflows, and support design engineers with CAD and simulation tools in a hybrid office setting.

The role requires a master’s or bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, 5–10 years of related experience, and strong cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field
• Experience in aerospace, automotive, or related industries
• 5-10 years of practical experience in mechanical design or engineering IT/tool support
• CAD/PLM Expertise: Proficiency in handling complex product assemblies with modern 3D CAD platforms and PLM environments
• Ability to work cross-functionally with systems, electrical, manufacturing and IT- teams
• Simulation Knowledge: Hands‑on experience or proven familiarity with engineering simulation tools
• Problem‑Solving Ability: Strong analytical troubleshooting skills with a customer‑service mindset toward supporting engineering end‑users

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth, seamless and on time product delivery, from concept to qualification
• Contribute to the continuous improvements of our current products
• Systems & Software Administration: Install, update, license, and maintain mechanical design software, FEA/CFD simulation tools, and PLM databases
• Engineering Team Support: Provide day-to-day technical assistance and troubleshooting for design engineers working with CAD and simulation software
• Model & Data Management: Maintain standardized CAD library components, template files, and product structure integrity within the PLM system
• Process Optimization: Assist in establishing best practices for CAD modeling standards, design release workflows, and revision control
• Vendor & IT Liaison: Coordinate with software vendors for licensing/updates and collaborate with internal IT teams on system infrastructure requirements

Skills

CAD/PLM Expertise

Cross-functional collaboration

Engineering IT/tool support

Simulation knowledge

Analytical troubleshooting

Programming macros/scripts

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

PTC Creo

Siemens NX

PTC Arena

Altair

CADTALK

Job description

Role highlights:

• Mechanical Engineering Systems & CAD Specialist

• Location: Espoo, Finland

• Department: Spacecraft Hardware

• Reports to: Mechanical Team Lead

• Employment type: Permanent

• Workplace model: Hybrid / Office

• Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)
  

Why this role matters:

As ICEYE expands its satellite constellation and develops more advanced spacecraft, reliable engineering tools and efficient workflows are essential to meeting demanding aerospace quality standards. This role ensures mechanical design teams have the software, systems, and processes they need to develop reliable, cost-effective products and deliver missions successfully.

Who We Are

ICEYE is the world leader in sovereign intelligence from space. We deliver persistent monitoring capabilities to detect and respond to changes in any location on Earth.

ICEYE owns the world's largest and most advanced SAR (synthetic aperture radar) satellite constellation. To our customers we provide intelligence with unmatched quality, latency and revisit times, in any weather, day or night. To governments who choose to operate their own constellation we provide this proven capability as a sovereign system.

ICEYE-built constellations serve customers in defence and intelligence, environmental monitoring, insurance and emergency management. We enable fast decisions that contribute to a safer future.

Founded and headquartered in Finland, ICEYE operates globally with over 1000 employees across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific.

Your day-to-day responsibilities

• Ensure smooth, seamless and on time product delivery, from concept to qualification

• Contribute to the continuous improvements of our current products

• Systems & Software Administration: Install, update, license, and maintain mechanical design software, FEA/CFD simulation tools, and PLM databases

• Engineering Team Support: Provide day-to-day technical assistance and troubleshooting for design engineers working with CAD and simulation software

• Model & Data Management: Maintain standardized CAD library components, template files, and product structure integrity within the PLM system

• Process Optimization: Assist in establishing best practices for CAD modeling standards, design release workflows, and revision control

• Vendor & IT Liaison: Coordinate with software vendors for licensing/updates and collaborate with internal IT teams on system infrastructure requirements
  

What we’re looking for

Must haves:

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field

• Experience in aerospace, automotive, or related industries

• 5-10 years of practical experience in mechanical design or engineering IT/tool support

• CAD/PLM Expertise: Proficiency in handling complex product assemblies with modern 3D CAD platforms and PLM environments

• Ability to work cross-functionally with systems, electrical, manufacturing and IT- teams

• Simulation Knowledge: Hands‑on experience or proven familiarity with engineering simulation tools

• Problem‑Solving Ability: Strong analytical troubleshooting skills with a customer‑service mindset toward supporting engineering end‑users

Nice to haves:

• Experience on Autocad Inventor, PTC Creo or Siemens NX

• Experience on PTC Arena and Altair simulation tools

• Experience on CADTALK or similar integration tools

• Ability to program simple macros & scripts

• Ability to develop simple toolkits through API interface

Working at ICEYE

At ICEYE, you’ll join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the impossible possible. As a global scale‑up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. Your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority, with continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture where collaboration is how we win.

How We Work (Our Values)

Make the impossible possible: We set ambitious goals and stay calm under pressure. We bring grit, optimism, and ownership when things get hard, and we keep moving until we find a way.

• Be curious: Go deep, ask questions, listen carefully, and think critically. Understand the “why” behind decisions.

• See the big picture: Stay close to what’s happening across the company so you can make better decisions. Consider how your work affects others.

• Drive effective teamwork: Create psychological safety, invite different perspectives, and build inclusive teams. There are no bad questions.

• Act as one team: We win together. We match tasks to the right owner and stay agile as priorities shift.

• Have fun: What we do matters—and it should be enjoyable. Celebrate progress, take pride in results, and share the wins.
  

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to support your health and wellbeing, at work and beyond. We keep improving them based on employee feedback, and offerings vary by location. Talent Acquisition will confirm what applies for this role and location during the process.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We want ICEYE to be a place where people can be themselves and do great work. Different backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger, which is why we work to create an environment where people feel included, respected, and able to speak up. Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table.

We’re committed to fair, inclusive hiring and equal opportunity. Everyone is welcome to apply. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, tell us—we’ll do our best to help.