R&D Engineer - Mechanics

Do you have experience in designing mechanical products? Join the dynamic Assa Abloy DAS KDC team in Joensuu or Berlin and work on innovative products.

In this role, you will be a key contributor to the growth of our locking and access management business while working within a highly collaborative team culture that offers you the opportunity to build a career you can be proud of.

What you would do as our R&D Engineer – Mechanics

You would work as a mechanical designer in the product development team of the electronic cylinder products unit, either in innovation and development tasks for new products or in maintenance tasks developing new features for existing products.

You would also:

• Mechanical design for new or existing products and product structures using SolidWorks 3D software.

• Tolerance design and analysis, including statistical tolerance analysis with CETOL software and FEM calculations for parts and assemblies.

• Develop cost‑effective solutions utilizing strong expertise in mass and small‑batch manufacturing methods as well as material technologies.

• Assemble and fabrication of prototypes using 3D printing, along with planning and execution of practical product development tests.

• Collaborate and documentation, including close communication with various stakeholders (project management, product management, production, quality, procurement, testing) as well as managing product structures in the PLM system and producing high‑quality documentation.

The skills and experience you need
We are looking for someone who:

• Relevant technical education, such as an M.Sc. or B.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering, with advantage given to experience in mechanical design involving small components.

• Has strong problem‑solving, analytical, and collaboration skills, with the ability to participate in decision‑making, take ownership of tasks, and work in a self‑driven, open‑minded, and growth‑oriented way.

• Has proficiency in essential engineering tools and software, including SolidWorks, CETOL, Simsolid, MS Office, Jira, and Microsoft AX.

• Has technical expertise in manufacturing and product development, including CNC technologies, injection‑molding processes (including MIM), basic cost calculation for industrial products, and the ability to analyze patents.

• Has fluent language skills in English and the local language, both written and spoken.

What we offer

We’re passionate about providing amazing opportunities and benefits, so you can continue and progress a lifelong career with us – here’s what we have to offer:

• Learning and career development opportunities, whether it’s online learning, management training or enhancing your skills.

• A competitive salary and incentive scheme.

• Agile working.

• The opportunity to develop your career in a respected global group.

• Motivated and encouraging team around you.

• Wellness Benefits

We review applications regularly, so don’t wait

We are building diverse, inclusive teams, and encourage applications from everyone who can see themselves working with us. Just set up your profile and apply here.

To make sure your personal data is safe, we don’t look at any applications sent by email or post. If you have any questions about the role or the process, email Alexandra Kymäläinen, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, at alexandra.kymalainen@assaabloy.com.

Let’s create a safer and more open world - together!

To find out more about us, visit www.assaabloy.com

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group
Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access. 

As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.