Mechanical Design Engineer – Concept & Advanced Vehicles – Automotive Industry

WeQuel is looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer with a strong background in concept development and early-phase engineering on behalf of one of our clients, a global leader in the automotive industry. This is an assignment where you will contribute to the development of advanced concept vehicles, working with cutting-edge technologies such as electrification, hydrogen, and e-Mining.

The role is fast-paced and requires the ability to deliver design work at a concept level within tight timelines, in an environment with a high degree of uncertainty and evolving requirements. You will collaborate closely with R&D, Production, and cross-functional stakeholders to create innovative technical solutions that are both feasible and aligned with project goals.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Concept Development

• Contribute to concept development and early-phase design of advanced vehicles

• Create 3D models and concept-level drawings in Catia V5

• Support development of technical solutions within cooling systems, braking systems, steering, and battery installations

• Perform or support FEM calculations to validate design concepts

Collaboration & Delivery

• Collaborate closely with R&D, Production, and cross-functional stakeholders

• Participate in vehicle layout work and ensure design feasibility

• Deliver design work at a "good enough" concept level within tight timelines

• Contribute to continuous development and improvement of technical solutions

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience within mechanical design or a related field

• Strong experience from concept development and early-phase engineering

• Proven experience working with Catia V5 (3D)

• Good knowledge of Enovia or similar PLM systems

• Experience in designing BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) solutions

• Understanding of vehicle layout and system integration

• Knowledge of FEM calculations for design validation

• Ability to work in fast-paced environments with evolving requirements

• Fluent in English

Meriting

• Experience within cooling systems, braking systems, steering, or battery components

• Swedish language skills

• Background from heavy vehicle or truck development

Assignment Details

• Start: May 2026

• Duration: Until April 2027

• Location: Södertälje, Sweden

• Setup: Hybrid