Design Engineer

Are you ready for the next step in your engineering career? Join us as an Design Engineer and play an important role in supporting engineering design and successful project delivery. You will work on real engineering challenges, conduct technical analyses, improve ways of working, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve quality, productivity, and project goals. This is an opportunity to grow your expertise, influence engineering outcomes, and contribute to continuous improvement in a dynamic environment.
Your Responsibilities
You will develop and implement engineering procedures, techniques, and work sequences that improve quality, efficiency, and productivity.
You will conduct engineering analyses and apply scientific principles to create and interpret drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
You will collaborate with design, development, and production teams to ensure activities are aligned and delivery targets are achieved.
You will identify project risks, understand quality requirements, and implement processes that support successful project execution.
You will provide coaching and technical guidance within your area of expertise and may coordinate subcontracted engineering activities when required.
Expectations for you
Bachelor's or master’s degree in engineering
5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering.
Knowledge of Paper, or Tissue mills seen as advantage as well engineering experience from heavy machine industry, with proficiency in Catia.
You have experience conducting engineering analyses and interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
You have knowledge of engineering processes, quality requirements, and risk management practices.
You are comfortable working independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
You have the ability to support, coach, and guide colleagues within your area of expertise.
To succeed in this role
Success in this role requires strong engineering fundamentals, analytical problem-solving skills, and the ability to translate technical requirements into practical solutions. You will need to balance quality, productivity, and delivery objectives while working independently on engineering activities and improvement initiatives. Strong collaboration skills and the ability to influence others through technical expertise will help you make a meaningful impact.
We Also Expect You To Align With Valmet’s Leadership Principles—practical Behaviors That Guide How We Lead, Collaborate, And Succeed Together
Take accountability – Act with ownership, set clear expectations, and follow through
Lead with courage – Champion change, try bold ideas, and learn quickly
Build on trust – Listen to understand, be open, and create psychological safety
Collaborate for growth – Work across boundaries, value diverse perspectives, and focus on customer value
We offer
Valmet offers an inspiring and challenging environment where you can develop your engineering expertise while contributing to meaningful projects. You will work alongside skilled professionals, benefit from modern tools and learning opportunities, and be part of a collaborative culture that supports continuous growth and innovation.
Want to know more?
Did we catch your interest? We would love to hear from you. Please contact the hiring team for further information about the role, application process, and deadline.
When everything works together
Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. We work together with our customers throughout the entire lifecycle, delivering cutting-edge technologies and services as well as mission-critical automation and flow control solutions. Backed by more than 225 years of industrial experience and a global team of over 19,000 professionals close to customers, we are uniquely positioned to transform industries toward a regenerative tomorrow. At Valmet, diversity of thought drives innovation. We are committed to a respectful and inclusive environment, where people can be themselves and are supported to contribute at their best. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and make hiring decisions based on skills, experience, and potential, never on personal characteristics such as gender, gender identity, age, ethnicity, nationality, disability, neurodiversity, religion, sexual orientation, or political views. Join the team – and lead the way with us!
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Work arrangement
Hybrid