Mechanical Design Engineer, R&D | ASSA ABLOY Group

Do you enjoy working with a skilled, cross-functional product development team alongside electronics design engineers, test engineers, and compliance experts? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Join our dynamic team at ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions - Vingcard in Ski, Norway. You'll be part of a collaborative culture that empowers you to build a career you can be proud of.

What you would do as our Mechanical Design Engineer

You would work across a wide range of product areas, combining mechanics, electronics, and software disciplines, specifically within locks, safes, and complete security systems. These products are developed in Sweden and Norway, manufactured in China, and assembled at our dedicated facility in Shanghai.

You would also:

•   Manage product development from initial concept through design, industrialization, verification, certification, and product launch.

•   Be a key member of the hardware development team, contributing to the creation of electromechanical access control products and related hardware for mass production in global markets.

•   Design, prototype, and verify components and products using tools such as SolidWorks and Siemens Teamcenter (PLM).

•   Collaborate closely with colleagues responsible for electronics, firmware, and software design.

•   Liaise with vendors, sourcing teams, and factory operations to support the introduction of new products and ensure smooth, ongoing mass production.

The skills and experience you need

We are looking for someone who has:

•   A master’s degree in mechanical design.

•   A hands-on approach, enjoying time in the workshop to prototype and test your own designs and solutions.

•   Some relevant work experience (though recent graduates are also encouraged to apply).

•   Strong organizational skills, a positive mindset, analytical approach to problem-solving, a desire to learn and continuously develop your skills.

•   Proficiency in both spoken and written English.

Ideally, proficiency in a Scandinavian language, also a strong interest in mechanical solutions and the design of smart mechanisms is desirable.

What we offer:

We’re passionate about providing amazing opportunities and benefits, so you can continue and progress a lifelong career with us – here’s what we have to offer: 

•   Motivated and encouraging team around you. 

•   Learning and career development opportunities, whether it’s online learning, management training or enhancing your skills. 

•   Flexible working hours, a competitive salary, incentive schemes, 5 weeks of vacation, subsidized lunch and usage of company cabins.

•   Insurances, reimbursement for chiropractor/physiotherapist treatments, health and wellness allowance, a free training room and pension, with range of different opportunities.

•   Agreement with Bilia and Wurth

We review applications regularly, so don’t wait:

We are building diverse, inclusive teams, and encourage applications from everyone who can see themselves working with us. Just set up your profile and apply. 

To make sure your personal data is safe, we don’t look at any applications sent by email or post. If you have any questions about the role or the recruitment process, please email Alexandra Kymäläinen, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, at alexandra.kymalainen@assaabloy.com.

Let’s create a safer and more open world - together! 

To find out more about us, visit www.assaabloy.com