Engineering Manager - Chassis & Structure

Konecranes; Markaryds kommun; On-site; SEK 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Konecranes in Sweden is seeking an Engineering Manager, Chassis & Structure to lead a multidisciplinary team focused on mechanical design, strength calculation and structural integrity for Lift Trucks.

You will blend technical leadership with people management, resource planning and cross-functional collaboration on both Engineering-to-Order work and strategic R&D for next‑generation chassis and lifting equipment. English fluency is required; Swedish is a strong advantage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in people management, such as an Engineering Manager, Team Leader, or Technical Project Manager.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical design, specifically for heavy equipment, material handling, lifting applications, or automotive industries.
• Proficiency with modern CAD software, PLM systems, and risk-mitigation tools like FMEA.
• Familiarity with Engineering tools like Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software.
• Practical knowledge of international safety standards (CE, ISO, OSHA, EN). Fluency in English; Swedish is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team of structural and chassis design engineers.
• Manage resources, balancing short-term Engineering-to-Order work and longer-term R&D projects.
• Manage budget, cost estimates, and financial follow-ups for your team.
• Ensure engineering deliveries meet agreed technical scope, quality requirements and timelines.
• Develop and quality-assure engineering methods and tools in line with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Mitigate technical risks and ensure functional machine safety and system compliance within your area.
• Work closely with Supply, Service, Product Support and other stakeholders to ensure efficient engineering support.
• Drive knowledge sharing, continuous improvement and competence development in line with future product and technology roadmaps.
• Work environment responsibility.

Skills

People management

Mechanical design

Engineering tools

CAD software

PLM systems

FMEA

FEM/FEA knowledge

Safety standards

English fluency

Swedish language (advantage)

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering / Structural Engineering / Aerospace Engineering

Tools

CAD software

PLM systems

FEA software

FMEA methods

Job description

Konecranes in Sweden is seeking an Engineering Manager, Chassis & Structure to lead a multidisciplinary team focused on mechanical design, strength calculation and structural integrity for Lift Trucks.

You will blend technical leadership with people management, resource planning and cross-functional collaboration on both Engineering-to-Order work and strategic R&D for next‑generation chassis and lifting equipment. English fluency is required; Swedish is a strong advantage.