Development Engineer, Mechanical Engineering

Do you enjoy turning complex mechanical challenges into real-life machine products?
We are looking for a Development Engineer, Mechanical Engineering, to join us at The Switch and be part of our mission to electrify the world with game-changing green technologies! You will have the opportunity to join our Electric Machines team in either Lappeenranta or Helsinki, where you will handle mechanical design tasks in delivery and development projects. To discover more about us as a company and your future colleagues, please visit https://theswitch.com/careers/
Key areas of focus
- 3D mechanical design using SolidWorks
- Creation and maintenance of product structures in Windchill PDM
- Design of welded, machined and cast structures
- Collaboration with internal stakeholders to ensure design quality and manufacturability
The full scope of tasks can be tailored to the applicant’s experience and interests. With demonstrated success, you may later take on greater responsibility in leading engineering projects.
An ideal candidate has
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in demanding mechanical design tasks, such as welded, machined, and cast components
- Minimum B.Sc. degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Strong skills in SolidWorks (or another 3D CAD software)
- A proactive mindset combined with a passion for problem-solving
- Excellent teamwork skills as well as good English language skills (spoken and written)
Bonus points for
- Experience with rotating electric machines
- Hands-on experience in component manufacturing
- Familiarity with Windchill PDM
- Understanding of product management, product development / engineering processes
- Good communication skills in Finnish
Benefits of working with us
- Opportunity to invest bonus to personnel fund
- Yearly wellbeing benefits
- Flexible and hybrid work environment
- Part of a Japan-based multinational corporation
- Seriously relaxed work environment
The recruitment process
- We will keep in touch with you throughout the recruitment process
- Selected candidates will have 2-3 interviews with HR and the hiring manager
- The process is planned to be finalized by 15.10.2025, and the start date can be agreed upon
The starting salary for this role ranges from approximately €3,400 to €4,500 with the final amount determined based on the tailored responsibilities of the role and the candidate's skills and experience.
The Switch is an agile product supplier that provides custom electric machines and power electronics products to system integrators (SIs) and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). We are on a mission to electrify the world with game-changing green technologies. Our products accelerate the switch toward net zero emissions in marine, renewables and industry applications. We are growing together with customers who find the key to their success in our innovative technology and optimized products. Our products currently deliver tens of gigawatts of electricity throughout the world. For more information, visit: https://theswitch.com/
Ready to switch on?
Please apply by 21.9.2025. More information is given during normal business hours as follows:
week 35-36 Markus Silventoinen, Mechanical Engineering Manager, +358 40 8080 419
week 37-38 Marko Tuuha, Chief Development Engineer, +358 40 8080 429