Group Design Leader - Interior/Exterior/BIW
Bertrandt Sverige AB · Göteborg · Tills vidare
Bertrandt Sverige AB is seeking a **Group Design Leader** within Interior, Exterior, or Body-in-White (BIW) development to join its engineering team in Gothenburg. The position involves driving design maturation from early concept phases through to industrialization for automotive clients. Responsibilities include coordinating cross-functional activities across manufacturing, engineering, purchasing, quality, and external suppliers, alongside ensuring technical compliance and meeting project targets. In addition to supporting design reviews, risk assessments, and issue resolution, the role involves **mentoring design engineers** within the project group. Candidates must hold a **B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or equivalent**, combined with several years of automotive product development experience. Previous experience as a Group Design Leader, Design Leader, Technical Leader, or in a similar capacity is required, as is deep knowledge in at least one area across interior systems, exterior systems, or BIW structures and vehicle architecture. Applicants must be fluent in English and have strong stakeholder management skills. Experience with CATIA V5 and Teamcenter is highly valued, while prior work with major automotive OEMs, global development environments, and knowledge of VPDS and automotive product lifecycle processes are considered meritorious.
Group Design Leader – Interior / Exterior / BIW
Location: Gothenburg, Sweden
At Bertrandt, we are shaping the future of mobility together with leading automotive customers.
We are currently looking for experienced Group Design Leaders within Interior, Exterior, or Body-in-White development to join our growing engineering team in Gothenburg.
Your Responsibilities
- Drive design maturation from concept development to industrialization.
- Coordinate cross-functional activities with engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, quality, and suppliers.
- Ensure compliance with customer requirements, technical standards, and project targets.
- Support design reviews, risk assessments, and issue resolution activities.
- Mentor and support design engineers within the project team.
Your Profile
- B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or equivalent.
- Several years of experience in automotive product development.
- Previous experience as Group Design Leader, Design Leader, Technical Leader, or similar role.
- Strong understanding of automotive development processes.
- Experience within one or more of the following areas:
- Interior systems (trim, console, luggage compartment, headliner, carpet, cockpit)
- Exterior systems (closures, bumpers, lighting, body components)
- Body-in-White structures and vehicle architecture
- Experience working with CATIA V5 and Teamcenter is highly valued.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Fluent in English.
Meritorious
- Experience from major automotive OEMs.
- Experience working in global and cross-functional development environments.
- Knowledge of VPDS and automotive product lifecycle processes.
What We Offer
- Exciting assignments within the automotive industry.
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge vehicle development projects.
- International environment with skilled colleagues and technical experts.
- Professional growth and career development opportunities.
Join Bertrandt and help shape the future of mobility.