Alfa Laval is looking for Mechanical designer Service solutions 

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping. As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too. 

About the role 

BU GPHE Operations has global responsibility for manufacturing and supplying Gasketed Plate Heat Exchangers. We are approximately 1000 employees working across the globe supporting our customer’s requirements. Our products are sold across all our divisions Energy, Food & Water and Marine. BU GPHE Operations Development is a global organization that focuses on optimizing and enhancing Operations across multiple regions and countries through strategic initiatives and projects. 

As mechanical designer you will develop solutions for the Service business, Service centres and the factories located around the globe within the area of mechanical design and automation. In this role you will have contact with the service centres, factories, production support, suppliers, and R&D. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Design and develop mechanical systems and machines, ensuring they meet project specifications and industry standards. 

• Utilize automation skills to enhance the efficiency and functionality of mechanical designs. 

• Manage and oversee technical projects, including planning, execution, and delivery within set timelines and budgets. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure integration of mechanical designs with other systems. 

• Conduct testing and troubleshooting of mechanical systems to ensure optimal performance. 

• Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications, project reports, and user manuals. 

• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and advancements in mechanical design and automation. 

The position will be based in Lund, Sweden. As the scope of the role will be global, some travelling is to be expected (20-30 days per year).  

What you know  

The ideal candidate for this role should have the following competencies:  

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field. 

• Between 2-5 years of experience in mechanical design and automation. 

• Proven experience in designing machines and managing technical projects. 

• Proficiency in CAD software and other relevant design tools. 

• Proficiency in written and spoken English 

• Experience within Project management is preferred  

Who you are  

As a proactive and loyal individual, we believe you take responsibility for driving your projects toward successful outcomes. You seek to be part of something new, contributing positively to drive change. You collaborate effectively both internally and across functions. You work analytically, in a structured and independent manner, and excel at facilitating meetings, presenting details in a way that is relevant to various levels of the organization.  

Assessment practicalities 

We care about diversity, inclusion, and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidate's fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments, and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games. Playing the games is mandatory. 

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, we conduct background checks on final candidates for this role.