Design Engineer: Textiles & Comfort Solutions

Ikea; Stockanäs; On-site; SEK 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

IKEA of Sweden is seeking a Design Engineer for the Comfort Platform to develop textile and comfort solutions for beds, sofas and seating. You will collaborate with colleagues and suppliers, develop new textiles, verify concepts, document results and contribute to the roadmap while balancing quality, price and sustainability.

You will use current technologies and new materials, employ simulation tools and robust verification methods, and take ownership while delivering practical solutions that

Qualifications

• Experience in product development involving textiles for products such as mattresses or upholstered furniture.
• Strong knowledge of production and materials, including both knitted and woven textiles.
• Familiar with textile requirements development.
• Ability to solve problems and explore new perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop textiles and comfort solutions for IKEA ranges.
• Verify and document solutions and explore new methods and tools.
• Collaborate with colleagues and suppliers within and beyond the team.
• Contribute to roadmap development and standardisation efforts.

Skills

Textile development

Textile engineering

Production understanding

Sourcing collaboration

English communication

Education

University degree in textile engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD software

Job description

IKEA of Sweden is seeking a Design Engineer for the Comfort Platform to develop textile and comfort solutions for beds, sofas and seating. You will collaborate with colleagues and suppliers, develop new textiles, verify concepts, document results and contribute to the roadmap while balancing quality, price and sustainability.

You will use current technologies and new materials, employ simulation tools and robust verification methods, and take ownership while delivering practical solutions that