Lead Design Engineer/Technical Lead Engineer - Automotive Industry

Company Description:

AVL is a globally leading technology company developing the mobility solutions of the future. Through development, simulation, and testing, we help our customers create safer, smarter, and more sustainable transport solutions. Our expertise encompasses vehicle development, electrification, automated and connected mobility (ADAS/AD), as well as software development. Together, we contribute to a greener, safer, and better mobility future for people and communities worldwide.

Job Description:

Do you want to combine technical leadership with product development at the forefront of the automotive industry? We are continuously seeking experienced Lead Design Engineers and Technical Lead Engineers who want to take a leading technical role in exciting development projects. Your technical competence and ability to lead technical activities will be a vital part of our customers' success. Depending on the assignment, you will work either in our internal project teams or on-site with one of our customers within the automotive industry.

Depending on the assignment, your tasks may include:

Coordinate and lead technical deliveries, development activities, and support engineers in the team Work with mechanical design and product development of components and systems Drive technical investigations, risk analyses, and problem-solving Collaborate with suppliers, customers, and other stakeholders throughout the development process Produce and review CAD documentation as well as technical documentation Contribute to activities related to DFMEA, tolerance analyses, verification, and quality assurance Ensure that technical solutions meet requirements for function, quality, cost, and delivery time

Profile Description:

To thrive and succeed in the role, we expect you to have:

A university or Master's degree in mechanical engineering, vehicle engineering, or equivalent At least 5 years of experience from the automotive industry Experience in leading technical deliveries, work packages, or development activities Experience in product development and stakeholder management Experience working in cross-functional teams as well as in collaboration with suppliers Experience with CAD tools such as CATIA V5, Siemens NX, or Creo Experience with PLM systems such as Teamcenter or Windchill Fluent English in speaking and writing B-driver's license

Merit:

Knowledge of GD&T Experience with tolerance analyses Experience with verification and validation Knowledge of quality methods, e.g., DFMEA Knowledge of Swedish, both in speaking and writing

As a person:

You are a driven and communicative engineer with a strong technical interest and natural leadership. You thrive on coordinating technical activities, creating structure, and driving work forward together with various stakeholders. At the same time, you have the ability to combine a holistic perspective with technical depth and build trust through a solution-oriented and collaborative way of working.

We offer:

At AVL, you will become part of a global technology company at the forefront of development, simulation, and testing within the future of mobility. As the world's largest independent player in the field, with over 12,000 employees internationally, we drive innovation for a greener, safer, and better world of mobility.

Our focus extends across the entire value chain – from early idea and concept phases to industrialization and series production. We work with advanced technology in electrification, software, autonomous driving, digitalization, and energy-efficient drivetrains, helping our customers shape the mobility solutions of the future.

With us, you will find a workplace where you can grow, influence, and participate in driving technological development forward – making a real difference for the mobility of the future!

Interested?

In this recruitment process, we apply continuous selection. This means that the recruitment process can move quickly and the position may be filled before the application deadline.

We look forward to receiving your application!