Design Engineer: Textiles & Comfort for Range Seating

IKEA; Älmhult; On-site; SEK 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

IKEA of Sweden is seeking a Design Engineer for the Comfort Platform to develop new textiles and comfort solutions for the IKEA range. You will work with colleagues and suppliers to deliver innovative, robust products, document outcomes, and explore new validation methods.

You will take ownership, collaborate across teams, and help shape the future roadmap by applying current technologies and new materials. The role emphasizes delivery and cross-functional teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience in textile product development for mattresses or upholstered furniture.
• Strong understanding of production processes and materials.
• Experience working with suppliers in purchasing or sourcing.

Responsibilities

• Develop, verify and document textile and comfort solutions for IKEA products.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to shape roadmaps.
• Explore new simulation tools and verification methods to improve robustness.
• Own aspects of design work and communicate progress clearly across stakeholders.

Skills

Textile development

Production knowledge

Supplier collaboration

Education

Textile engineering degree

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

IKEA of Sweden is seeking a Design Engineer for the Comfort Platform to develop new textiles and comfort solutions for the IKEA range. You will work with colleagues and suppliers to deliver innovative, robust products, document outcomes, and explore new validation methods.

You will take ownership, collaborate across teams, and help shape the future roadmap by applying current technologies and new materials. The role emphasizes delivery and cross-functional teamwork.