Driver environment Engineer

Ultra Group AB; Göteborgs kommun; On-site; SEK 334,800 - 558,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Gothenburg is looking for an engineer with expertise in ergonomic and user interaction design for driver environments. This role involves leading design activities from concept to industrialization, collaborating with various departments, and requires a strong understanding of ergonomics and mechanical design. The ideal candidate holds a technical degree and is fluent in both English and Swedish. The position is open to junior candidates with the right mindset and motivation.

Qualifications

• University degree in technical design, industrial design, or mechanical engineering with ergonomics experience.
• Fluent in English and Swedish, both spoken and written.
• Basic understanding of electronics and hardware is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Leading and participating in cab design activities for the driver environment.
• Collaborating with Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Suppliers/Partners.

Skills

Knowledge of ergonomics

Communication skills

Proactive initiative

Networking skills

Project management

Customer mindset

Education

University degree in technical design or related field

Tools

CATIA

Job description

Introduction

Are you an engineer with the ability to drive and document requirements for the driver cab environment?

The role focuses on ergonomic aspects, including accessibility to knobs, stalks, and switches, and how information and messages are presented on displays. You will help define technical solutions within prerequisites (function, style, geometry, and regulations), support and lead mechanical design activities, and contribute to project deliveries and product/system roadmaps.

Note: this is not a CAD role; the focus is on ergonomic and user interaction.

The role includes discussions on driver comfort, seating position, pedal geometry, and related aspects. You will build and maintain a broad network across the organization, providing input based on component history and project needs. At an experienced level, you apply practical knowledge gained through education and relevant work experience.

Role Description

As part of the cab engineering team, you will contribute to design activities from concept to industrialization, focusing on the driver environment in alignment with customer expectations. You will work in a collaborative, solution-oriented culture with a strong team spirit.

Responsibilities

• Leading and participating in cab design activities for the driver environment.
• Collaborating with Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Suppliers/Partners when needed.

Education, Experience, Knowledge, and Skills

• University degree in technical design, industrial design, or mechanical engineering (with relevant ergonomics experience).
• Knowledge of ergonomics and cab interior design; experience with commercial vehicles is a strong advantage.
• Basic skills with CATIA, with the ability to model the driver movement/positioning and assess visibility of displays, telltales, and information.
• Basic understanding of electronics and hardware is a plus.
• Project management experience is beneficial.
• Cab system development experience is highly valued.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
• Fluent in Swedish, both spoken and written.

Personal Attributes

• Proactive, with the ability to take initiative and drive tasks forward.
• Strong business and customer mindset.
• Excellent communication and networking skills.
• Positive, adaptable, and solution-oriented.
• Organized, with a high value on documentation.
• Open-minded and energized by innovative, customer-focused work.
• Seniority: The level of seniority for this role is flexible; a junior with the right mindset and hunger to contribute within the field and vision of ergonomics will be considered as a strong candidate.