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Design Engineer

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Responsibilities

  • You will create drawings and technical documentation for the purchasing, manufacturing, and assembly of tissue machines.
  • You will collaborate with engineering, production, and pre-assembly teams to deliver high-quality machine solutions.
  • You will contribute to the continuous development and maintenance of products and components.
  • You will support customer projects by providing mechanical design expertise and technical solutions.
  • You will have opportunities to specialize and take responsibility for specific machine sections or components over time.
  • Expectations for you
  • You hold a bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, or have equivalent professional experience, preferably within mechanical engineering design.
  • You have strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken. Knowledge of Swedish is also important for this role.
  • Experience from the paper and process industries is considered an advantage.
  • Experience working with product functionality, manufacturing processes, or pressure vessels is beneficial.
  • Travel may be included as part of the position.
  • To succeed in this role
  • 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

Benefits

Want to know more?Did we catch your interest? For further information, please contact Kristina Berg , Manager Yankee Section Engineering kristina.berg@valmet.comLast application date by August 2nd, 2026 by filling in our online application form.Please also attach your CV to the application.We will start interviews before the application deadline, so please submit your interest at your earliest convenience.We perform background checks and alcohol/drug testing for all employees in Sweden, in line with our commitment to a safe and secure workplace.When everything works togetherJoin the team - and lead the way with us!www.valmet.com/careers

Additional Information

Shape the Future of Tissue Technology as a Design Engineer Are you looking for the next step in your engineering career? Join a team of dedicated colleagues in a global company with market-leading products. As a Design Engineer, you will work closely with customers and colleagues across the entire delivery chain, helping create tissue machines that meet real industry needs. You will be part of an engineering organization of around 60 engineers, where you can develop your expertise, contribute to innovative machine solutions, and gradually take ownership of specific machine sections or components. This is a role where you will see the direct impact of your work, collaborate with production and pre-assembly teams, and gain a unique understanding of the final product throughout its lifecycle.

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