Design Engineer

PHINIA; Åmål; On-site; SEK 522,800 - 784,200; Full time

Job summary

PHINIA in Sweden seeks a senior mechanical design engineer to design and develop automotive-mechatronic products. You will work with cross‑functional teams, using Creo Parametric to deliver innovative solutions from concept through manufacturing.

The role requires 5+ years in mechanical design and strong knowledge of plastics and metals for automotive production. The candidate will collaborate with customers and internal stakeholders to optimize designs, perform technical analyses, and ensure

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in mechanical design and product development.
• Proficiency in Creo Parametric.
• Experience designing plastic and metal components for manufacturing (injection molding, casting).
• Knowledge of stamped, machined, milled, and turned components.
• Experience in automotive and mechatronic systems desirable.
• Knowledge of internal combustion engines, PDM, and model‑based simulation advantageous.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain mechanical and mechatronic products for automotive applications.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver innovative solutions for future products.
• Create and develop designs using Creo Parametric.
• Design components in plastic and metal for manufacturing (injection molding, casting).
• Contribute to the full product development lifecycle from concept to implementation.

Skills

Mechanical design

Mechatronics

Automotive systems

Model‑based simulation

Problem solving

Verbal/written communication

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

Creo Parametric

PDM systems

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain existing and new mechanical and mechatronic products for automotive applications.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to deliver innovative solutions for future products.
• Create and develop designs using Creo Parametric.
• Design components in plastic and metal for manufacturing processes such as injection molding, casting, stamping, milling, and turning.
• Contribute to the full product development lifecycle, from concept through implementation and continuous improvement.
• Take ownership of engineering tasks and ensure projects are completed successfully and on time.
• Work with both internal and external stakeholders, including customers, to understand requirements and deliver technical solutions.
• Support product development through technical analysis, problem‑solving, and design optimization.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in mechanical design and product development.
• Strong proficiency in Creo Parametric.
• Experience designing plastic and metal components for manufacturing, including injection molding and casting.
• Knowledge of stamped, machined, milled, and turned components.
• Experience in automotive and mechatronic systems is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of internal combustion engines, PDM systems, and model‑based simulation is considered an advantage.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Personal Attributes

• Self‑driven, structured, and result‑oriented.
• Passionate about technology, engineering, engines, and mechatronics.
• Creative problem‑solver who enjoys collaborating with others.
• Willing to share knowledge and contribute to team success.
• Able to understand the bigger picture and how individual work contributes to organizational goals.
• Comfortable taking ownership and responsibility for delivering results.
• Enjoys building relationships and interacting with customers and stakeholders, both internally and externally.

What We Offer

We provide compensation and benefits programs designed to attract, motivate, reward, and retain a globally diverse workforce at all levels. The compensation programs are informed by market data and business needs, and we are committed to providing equitable and competitive compensation. Benefit programs include health and well‑being resources, family‑centric policies, an agile workplace program, and formal development opportunities at all levels.

Equal Employment Opportunity

PHINIA is an equal employment opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Visa Sponsorship

PHINIA may provide sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. For this role, applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full‑time basis in the country where the position is based.

Safety

Safety is a core value. Employees are expected to follow all safety policies, attend required training, and report incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions immediately.

Pay Range

SEK 522,800 – 653,500 – 784,200 annual