Mechanical Design Engineer- VED (m/f/d)

KPIT; Göteborgs kommun; On-site; SEK 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

KPIT in Göteborg seeks an experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead prototype development for automotive software-driven solutions. You will create and refine mechanical concepts, develop 3D CAD designs with CATIA V5, and coordinate tool and fixture development for pilot production.

The role requires 5+ years in prototype/concept design, strong PLM experience with TcE or similar, and solid project coordination skills to ensure on-time delivery across engineering teams and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in prototype development, concept engineering, or mechanical design
• Advanced proficiency in CATIA V5 for 3D modeling and product design
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles, engineering methodologies, and prototype development processes
• Experience designing and developing prototype tools, fixtures, and test objects
• Good understanding of prototype and concept materials, manufacturing methods, and validation activities
• Experience with Teamcenter Engineering (TcE) or similar PLM systems
• Knowledge of automotive product development processes
• Strong project coordination and planning capabilities

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical concepts, prototypes, and test equipment to support engineering, design, manufacturing, and pilot plant validation activities.
• Work across early and late concept development phases, transforming requirements into functional prototype solutions.
• Create and maintain detailed 3D CAD models and engineering designs using CATIA V5.
• Design and develop prototype tools, fixtures, and components for concept and prototype production.
• Collaborate with project teams to define construction methods, materials, and technical solutions for prototype builds.
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor engineering activities, deliverables, and schedules in alignment with project objectives.
• Ensure engineering documentation, CAD data, and technical deliverables are correctly managed and traceable within Teamcenter Engineering (TcE).
• Act as technical support and representative during prototype manufacturing and assembly activities.
• Coordinate with workshops and prototype production environments, including milling, sheet metal fabrication, composite manufacturing, additive manufacturing, vacuum casting, injection molding, paint, and upholstery processes.
• Drive technology development, innovation, and continuous improvement of design methods, materials, and prototype solutions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, software, electrical systems, manufacturing, procurement, quality, finance, and design teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Skills

Prototype development

Project coordination

Mechanical design principles

Validation activities

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

Teamcenter Engineering (TcE)

Job description

• Experts in software for the automotive industry
• The only embedded software company with comprehensive expertise across all CASE domains
• Strategic partner to more than 25 global leaders in the mobility sector
• Home to more than 13,000 engineers with a passion for mobility
• Global presence in Asia, Europe, and North and South America

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical concepts, prototypes, and test equipment to support engineering, design, manufacturing, and pilot plant validation activities.
• Work across early and late concept development phases, transforming requirements into functional prototype solutions.
• Create and maintain detailed 3D CAD models and engineering designs using CATIA V5.
• Design and develop prototype tools, fixtures, and components for concept and prototype production.
• Collaborate with project teams to define construction methods, materials, and technical solutions for prototype builds.
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor engineering activities, deliverables, and schedules in alignment with project objectives.
• Ensure engineering documentation, CAD data, and technical deliverables are correctly managed and traceable within Teamcenter Engineering (TcE).
• Act as technical support and representative during prototype manufacturing and assembly activities.
• Coordinate with workshops and prototype production environments, including milling, sheet metal fabrication, composite manufacturing, additive manufacturing, vacuum casting, injection molding, paint, and upholstery processes.
• Drive technology development, innovation, and continuous improvement of design methods, materials, and prototype solutions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, software, electrical systems, manufacturing, procurement, quality, finance, and design teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Skills & Requirements

Required Skills

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in prototype development, concept engineering, or mechanical design.
• Advanced proficiency in CATIA V5 for 3D modeling and product design.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles, engineering methodologies, and prototype development processes.
• Experience designing and developing prototype tools, fixtures, and test objects.
• Good understanding of prototype and concept materials, manufacturing methods, and validation activities.
• Experience with Teamcenter Engineering (TcE) or similar PLM systems.
• Knowledge of automotive product development processes
• Strong project coordination and planning capabilities.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working within prototype workshops, concept centers, or research and development environments.
• Knowledge of additive manufacturing, composite materials, injection molding, vacuum casting, and other prototype production technologies.
• Experience supporting concept validation, testing, and product development programs within the automotive industry.
• Familiarity with technology development and innovation projects.