Mechanical Engineer/Design Engineer

Design Engineer We at WeQuel are now looking for an experienced Design Engineer in Södertälje to join the customer’s chassis integration team, focusing on BEV (battery electric vehicle) solutions. The role centres on mechanical design and integration of components and systems within the chassis. You will drive design activities independently and work with suppliers and cross-functional teams.As a consultant with us, you get to work at one of our customers, leading companies in the automotive and heavy-duty vehicle industry. There you will help develop sustainable electrified transport solutions, implement new technology and improve design and integration processes.Your responsibilities:Design and development of components and installation solutions for BEV chassis integrationSheet metal and plastic installationsDesign work in CATIA V5 according to applicable design standardsComponent packaging, interfaces, tolerances and installation requirementsCollaboration with suppliers and cross-functional teams during development and design reviewsSupport in design reviews, validation and technical investigationsMaintenance of technical documentation and production support when neededKnowledge sharing and continuous improvement within the teamThe role calls for competence in one or more of these areas:Sheet metal design, brackets and installation solutionsPlastic components and installationsComponent packaging and chassis integrationExperience in any one of these areas is relevant, and a combination of two or more is preferred.You work in a dynamic, technical environment where you drive your own design activities and work closely with suppliers and several teams across the organisation.Requirements:At least 3 years of design engineering experiencePrevious R&D experience from the customer’s organisation (mandatory)Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant engineering fieldFluent English, spoken and written (Swedish is an advantage)Advanced CATIA V5 skills (3D & 2D)Experience with tolerance analysisStrong competence in sheet metal, plastic and/or pneumatic designExperience combining several of these technical areas (preferred)Good understanding of component packaging, interfaces and installationKnowledge of manufacturability principles, especially for sheet metal, plastic and/or pneumatic componentsGood at working with suppliers and cross-functional teamsStrong communication and facilitation skillsProactive and self-motivated, able to drive design activities on your ownCollaborative and willing to share knowledge within the teamMeritorious:Previous experience in chassis design and installation for heavy-duty vehicles (highly prioritised)Assignment detailsStart: 2026-12-01 (ASAP)End: 2028-12-29 (approx. 2 years)Workload: 100%Location: SödertäljeRemote: 100% ONSITE (5 days per week)We offerAt WeQuel, you become part of a consultant team that puts people first. We believe success comes from engagement, collaboration and development. We offer a flat organisation with short decision paths, a strong sense of community and the chance to shape your own development.