Mechanical Engineer

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This position reports to:
R&D Team Lead
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Your role and responsibilities
We are looking for an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to take a key role in the development of our new I/O system. You will be responsible for developing and verifying mechanical design solutions, with a strong focus on plastic components and injection-molded parts.
In this role, you will work with complex mechanical engineering challenges throughout the development process, from concept and detailed design to analysis, verification, and design optimization. You will apply your technical expertise and engineering judgment to develop robust, reliable, and manufacturable solutions.
As a senior engineer, you will also lead and coordinate engineering activities, support other engineers, and contribute to technical decisions across disciplines. The role involves close collaboration with colleagues from different engineering functions as well as other internal and external stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include:
Design and verification of mechanical solutions for our new I/O system
Development of plastic components designed for injection molding
Performing and evaluating engineering analyses to support design decisions
Leading and coordinating complex mechanical engineering activities
Providing technical guidance and support to other engineers
Identifying technical risks and driving solutions to complex engineering challenges
Contributing to continuous improvements in product design, development methods, and ways of working
Collaborating effectively across engineering disciplines and organizational boundaries
Your background:
We are looking for a highly experienced mechanical engineer with strong technical expertise and advanced analytical and problem-solving skills. You are comfortable taking ownership of complex engineering challenges and can work both independently and as part of a high-performing team.
You have:
A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field
More than 6 years of relevant professional experience, including experience in technical leadership or coordination
or
Another relevant technical degree combined with extensive professional experience in the field
Strong experience in mechanical product design
Solid expertise in plastic design and injection molding
Experience with design verification, analysis, and technical problem-solving
Strong communication and collaboration skills
A good working command of English
We value a positive, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset. You enjoy collaborating with others, sharing your expertise, and contributing to a team working toward a clear and high-priority goal.
More about us
You will be part of Process Control Platform (PCP) which is a unit within ABB Business Area Process Automation. PCP develops automation products - hardware and software - for monitoring, process control and optimization. We have automation products for all kinds of industries all over the world
Recruiting Manager, Christer Persson, +46 72 242 46 48, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Kenneth Hultman, +46 703 49 60 95; Ledarna: Leif Öhrberg, +4621-34 23 25; Unionen: Mikael Hammar, +46 730 88 70 60. All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner: Anna Nordlund
We look forward to reading your application in PDF format. Please note that the interview process is ongoing, apply now to secure your spot in the recruitment process! Last day to apply is November 4, 2026.
Please note that to be eligible for employment at ABB Sweden, you will need to pass our pre-employment screening steps. This includes a reference check, a drug test, and could also include an extended background check.
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