Development Engineer, Mechanics

Kalmar is moving goods in critical supply chains around the world, with the vision to be the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services.

Join us and take your career to the next level

Want to help design the machines that keep the world moving? Join us as a Development Engineer, Mechanics and play a key role in shaping next-generation vehicles that drive global logistics.

As a Development Engineer, Mechanics, you'll be part of our international R&D team, responsible for developing safe, reliable, and innovative mechanical systems for Kalmar's Terminal Tractors - both diesel and electric. From concept to final validation, you'll work across disciplines to deliver mechanical solutions that meet global customer needs, regulatory standards, and internal performance requirements.

The role is based in Tampere, Finland.

What are your key responsibilities:

Mechanical Design & Development: Design and develop mechanical components and systems for terminal tractors, considering performance, safety, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness.

System Integration: Work on complex mechanical systems including hydraulics, pneumatics, and structural elements - ensuring integration with electric or diesel drivetrains.

Component Selection & Specification: Choose materials, components, and design solutions that meet customer requirements, global regulations, and internal standards.

Collaboration & Cross-Functional Work: Cooperate with product development, sourcing, testing, production, and validation teams to ensure high-quality product outcomes across the full product lifecycle.

Technical Documentation: Create and maintain engineering documentation including 3D models, drawings, BOMs, and design specifications using CATIA V5 and 3DExperience.

Testing & Validation: Define and support component and system validation tests to verify that all performance, safety, and regulatory requirements are met.

Support to Other Teams: Provide technical input for sales, production, and service materials; support issue resolution during manufacturing and field operations.

What we offer you:

"Customers depend on us. Our focus isn't optional - it's what keeps terminals running and trust alive."

• Rewards that truly count: Enjoy meaningful rewards that support your everyday life and well-being, including a company mobile phone, a flexible Edenred benefit for lunch, commuting, or wellness services, and comprehensive healthcare through Mehiläinen, enhanced by our health insurance fund for additional coverage and peace of mind.
• Safety that moves us forward: Build your career with a company rooted in safety since the 1940s, ensuring stability and an environment that empowers you to speak and be heard.
• Work-life balance: We value flexibility and understand the importance of balancing professional and personal life. Our hybrid working model allows you to work remotely while spending 3 days per week in the office, supporting both individual focus and team collaboration. Flexible working hours further help you structure your day in a way that works best for you and your team.
• Purpose that drives change: You'll contribute to solutions that transform global trade, creating environmental and operational innovations. You'll be in the driver's seat of ideas, developing digital technologies that set industry standards and position us as the forerunner.
• People who move together: You'll collaborate with people who build lasting relationships through global expertise, connections, and a commitment to sustainability.

Become part of our global network of 5,200 professionals across 120+ countries, where your work drives innovation, sustainability, and meaningful impact around the world.

What you bring to the role:

Educational Background: Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

Engineering Experience: Minimum of 3 years of mechanical design experience, ideally in mobile machinery or heavy equipment. Experience with electric or control systems is a plus.

Tools & Systems: Proficiency with 3D CAD tools - preferably CATIA V5.

Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with mechanical systems including pneumatics, hydraulics, and structural design. Understanding of vehicle regulations and global safety standards is an advantage.

Global Mindset: Comfortable working in an international environment with cross-functional teams. Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally.

Communication Skills: Fluent in English, both spoken and written.

Ready to elevate your career? Apply today

Apply now and take the next step in your engineering journey. We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis, and the position will be filled as soon as the right candidate is found.

Kalmar (Nasdaq Helsinki: KALMAR) offers a wide range of industry shaping heavy material handling equipment and services to ports and terminals, distribution centres, manufacturing and heavy logistics. Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Kalmar operates globally in over 120 countries and employs approximately 5,200 people. In 2023, the company's sales on a carve-out basis totalled approximately EUR 2.0 billion.