Design Advanced Defence Systems from Concept to Qualification

Rheinmetall Nordic develops advanced, high-performance systems that support current and future defence capabilities. We are now looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer with a strong analytical mindset who wants to contribute to the development of innovative products from concept through qualification and production.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly skilled engineering environment where you will work closely with mechanical, electronics, and systems engineers to solve complex technical challenges. Our projects cover the entire product lifecycle, allowing you to make a real impact on products that are critical to defence operations.

Your responsibilities

• Mechanical concept development, system architecture, and product innovation

• Mechanical design and engineering of complex assemblies and systems

• Structural analysis, strength calculations, and FEA simulations

• Technical assessments, design reviews, testing, verification, and product qualification

• Development of technical documentation, engineering reports, and design records

• Cross-functional collaboration with systems engineering, production, supply chain, and other stakeholders

Your qualifications

We are looking for an engineer who combines strong theoretical knowledge with practical engineering skills.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field

• Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical design, engineering, and product development

• Strong analytical skills with experience in structural mechanics, strength calculations, and FEA

• Hands-on experience with simulation tools such as ANSYS, SolidWorks Simulation, or equivalent

• Proficiency in 3D CAD software and understanding of materials and mechanical behaviour

• Experience from the defence industry or other highly regulated industries is an advantage

Who are you?

You are a curious and analytical engineer who enjoys solving complex technical problems and finding innovative solutions.

You are:

• Proactive and solution-oriented

• Self-driven and capable of working independently

• A strong team player who enjoys collaborating across disciplines

• Motivated by learning and continuous improvement

• Able to drive tasks forward and take ownership of results

What we offer

At Rheinmetall Nordic, you will have the opportunity to:

• Develop cutting-edge defence technology with real-world impact

• Take ownership of products throughout the entire development journey

• Collaborate with highly skilled engineers in a strong technical environment

• Work on challenging projects that contribute to national and international security

• Grow your career through continuous professional and personal development

If this opportunity sounds like the right next step in your career, we would be happy to hear from you.

Apply today or contact us for a confidential conversation about the position.

Security Culture and Clearance

We maintain a strong security culture and work systematically to protect people, information and assets. As part of this, relevant candidates will be subject to background checks, and the successful candidate must be eligible for security clearance in accordance with applicable national regulations and industry requirements.

Our core values are respect, openness and trust – the foundation of everything we do.