Design Engineer

GKN Aerospace Sweden; Trollhättans kommun; On-site; SEK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

GKN Aerospace Sweden is seeking a Design Engineer to join our Design and Configuration Management team. You will contribute across the product life cycle, delivering innovative design solutions that meet OMS and product requirements.

The role requires a MSc/BSc in aerospace/mechanical engineering, CAD/PLM proficiency (Teamcenter and NX), GD&T knowledge, and strong English and Swedish skills, with 5+ years of experience.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Proficiency with CAD/PLM tools, specifically Siemens Teamcenter and NX.
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) standards (ASME Y14.5 and ISO).

Responsibilities

• Design creation and management of drawings, CAD models, and interfaces using Teamcenter and NX.
• Data oversight: store, maintain, and release design data in Teamcenter.
• Conduct design studies, implement changes, and document geometry updates with justification.
• Perform tolerance stack-ups to ensure robust, reliable designs.

Skills

CAD/PLM proficiency

GD&T knowledge

English & Swedish fluency

Education

B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Siemens Teamcenter

NX

Job description

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 32 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.6bn in 2025. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary

Are you an enthusiastic Design Engineer eager to shape the future of commercial aircraft engines? At GKN Aerospace Sweden, our Design and Configuration Management is home to a talented team of engineers who design and develop cutting‑edge products for aero engine applications. We’re seeking a motivated and skilled individual to join us—whether you’re early in your career or bring years of experience, your passion for design engineering is what drives us forward. In this role, you’ll work within high-performing teams, contributing to all phases of the product life cycle. You’ll create innovative design solutions that meet GKN Aerospace Sweden’s rigorous standards, Operational Management System (OMS), and technical product requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Design Creation & Management: Develop and update design data, including product drawings, CAD models, and geometrical interfaces, using Siemens PLM (Teamcenter) and NX software.
• Data Oversight: Store, maintain, and release design data in Siemens Teamcenter.
• Design Innovation: Conduct design studies, implement changes, and create geometrical interface documentation while justifying updates to requirements.
• Technical Precision: Perform tolerance stack‑ups to ensure robust and reliable designs.

We’re looking for someone with exceptional Computer‑Aided Design (CAD) skills and a strong understanding of robust engineering principles. You’ll balance performance, cost, quality, and constraints from production and other disciplines to deliver outstanding results.

Qualifications & Personal Skills

You’re a proactive individual who thrives both independently and as part of a collaborative team. You’re confident communicating with colleagues across the company and external stakeholders, and you excel at analyzing results and presenting them clearly to diverse audiences.

Essential Qualifications

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Proficiency with CAD/PLM tools, specifically Siemens Teamcenter and NX.
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) standards (ASME Y14.5 and ISO).
• Fluency in English and Swedish, both written and spoken.
• 5+ years of experience as a design engineer.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in geometry assurance.
• Background in product support or product development.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as investment casting, welding, heat treatment, etc.

At GKN Aerospace Sweden, you’ll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of aero engine technology. Whether you’re just starting out or bringing seasoned expertise, this is your chance to grow, innovate, and make an impact in a supportive and high‑performing environment.

Last day of application: 2026-11-01

For Further Information, Please Contact Hiring Manager: Susanne Boderos- Engineering Manager, Tel: [phone]

The position requires that you undergo and be approved according to the current regulations for security protection. For positions where GKN's customer has requirements for security classification, this may, in some cases, involve specific citizenship requirements.

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.