Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Etteplan Oyj; Göteborgs kommun; On-site; SEK 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Etteplan Oyj is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for automotive projects. The role involves leading design efforts from concept to SOP, driving CAD work, and collaborating across R&D, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure timely, high-quality delivery.

You will mentor engineers, apply advanced simulations to optimize performance, and stay informed on electrification trends to push innovation within customer programs, including OEM collaborations.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in mechanical design within the automotive industry.
• Proven track record of leading design projects from concept through SOP.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex automotive components and systems.
• Use CAD tools to create 3D models, assemblies and drawings.
• Perform analyses and simulations to optimize designs.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers in the team.
• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, quality assurance, and customer partners (e.g., Volvo Cars).
• Stay updated on automotive technologies and electrification trends.

Skills

CAD tools

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Bilingual Swedish/English

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

Creo

Job description

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Automotive

We are looking for a seasoned Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with solid experience of leading automotive design projects from concept to start of production.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex automotive components and systems for passenger vehicles, ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
• Utilize advanced CAD software (e.g., CATIA V5, Creo) to create detailed 3D models, assemblies, and technical drawings.
• Conduct thorough analysis and simulations to optimize designs for performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering their professional growth and development.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams – including R&D, manufacturing, and quality assurance, both within Etteplan and at the customer, such as Volvo Cars – to ensure seamless project execution.
• Stay abreast of emerging automotive technologies and electrification trends to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Several years of experience in mechanical design within the automotive industry, ideally from a vehicle OEM environment.
• Solid experience working with CAD tools and other engineering software.
• Proven track record of leading design projects from concept phase through to start of production (SOP).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, combined with attention to detail and a structured way of working.
• Confident communicator who collaborates effectively across functions, and a natural ability to lead, support, and mentor others in a team.
• Fluent in Swedish and English.

Consultant Overview

As a senior consultant at Etteplan, you will work on exciting and complex assignments across industries, contributing to projects that are technically challenging and impactful.