Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Hykmann Global Business Solutions AB · Södertälje · 12 månader – upp till 2 år · Deadline 2026-10-31
Hykmann Global Business Solutions AB is hiring a **Senior Mechanical Design Engineer** for a full-time assignment in Södertälje, running from 12 October 2026 to 31 October 2028. Working alongside an automotive engineering team, the role focuses on advanced engineering and concept vehicle development exploring electrification, hydrogen, and e-Mining for future platforms. Core responsibilities include early-phase mechanical design, packaging, and vehicle layout, as well as creating 3D models and concept-level drawings in CATIA V5. The work also involves developing technical solutions for cooling, braking, steering, and battery installations, supporting design feasibility and FEM validation, and collaborating across R&D, production, and manufacturing engineering. Candidates must hold a **bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering**, automotive engineering, or a related discipline, alongside at least **seven years of professional mechanical design experience**. Essential requirements include proven early-stage concept development experience within the automotive or heavy vehicle industry, hands-on CATIA V5 proficiency, familiarity with ENOVIA or a similar PLM system, experience integrating battery electric vehicle solutions, and professional proficiency in English. Experience with cooling, braking, steering, or battery components is highly meritorious, while FEM knowledge and Swedish proficiency are considered additional advantages.
Mechanical Design Engineer – Advanced Vehicle Concept Development
Employer: Hykmann Global Business Solutions AB
Location: Södertälje, Stockholm County, Sweden
Employment Type: Full-time (100%)
Assignment Period: 12 October 2026 – 31 October 2028
Working Language: English (Swedish is considered an advantage but is not required.)
About the Role
Hykmann Global Business Solutions AB is looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join an assignment with one of Sweden's leading automotive engineering teams in Södertälje.
The assignment focuses on advanced engineering and concept vehicle development, where new technologies within electrification, hydrogen, and e-Mining are explored and developed for future vehicle platforms.
You will work in a fast-paced research and development environment, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams across R&D, Production, and other engineering stakeholders. The role requires a flexible and solution-oriented engineer who enjoys working with concept development and evolving technical requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to concept development and early-phase mechanical design for advanced vehicle platforms.
- Create and maintain 3D models and concept-level drawings using CATIA V5.
- Develop technical solutions for cooling systems, braking systems, steering systems, and battery installations.
- Support vehicle layout and packaging activities to ensure design feasibility.
- Collaborate with R&D, Production, Manufacturing Engineering, and other cross-functional stakeholders throughout the development process.
- Perform or support FEM calculations and design validation activities.
- Participate in technical reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of engineering solutions.
- Deliver concept-level design solutions within project timelines while maintaining engineering quality.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Minimum 7 years of professional experience in mechanical design or a related engineering field.
- Strong experience in concept development and early-stage product development within the automotive or heavy vehicle industry.
- Proven hands-on experience with CATIA V5 (3D) for mechanical design and assemblies.
- Good knowledge of ENOVIA or a similar Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system.
- Experience in designing and integrating Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) solutions.
- Good understanding of vehicle layout, packaging, and system integration.
- Experience with cooling systems, braking systems, steering systems, or battery components is highly meritorious.
- Knowledge of Finite Element Method (FEM) for design validation is an advantage.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced engineering environment with changing project requirements.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
Who You Are
You are a flexible and solution-oriented engineer with a strong technical foundation in mechanical design. You are comfortable working in an environment with a high level of uncertainty and enjoy contributing to innovative concept development. You take ownership of your work, collaborate effectively across functions, and deliver high-quality engineering solutions within demanding timelines.
Öppen för alla Vi fokuserar på din kompetens, inte dina övriga förutsättningar. Vi är öppna för att anpassa rollen eller arbetsplatsen efter dina behov.