When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Stockholm
Purpose
The Senior Mechanical Engineer is responsible for leading the design and development of mechanical systems with a strong focus on moving mechanisms and electromechanical integration. This role works closely with the electrical engineering team, optical and software team to ensure cohesive system-level solutions. The position holds ownership of product designs and assemblies throughout the full product lifecycle, including the development of new products as well as sustaining and improving the existing portfolio to ensure performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
Responsibilities
• Possess a legal right to work in Sweden (e.g., permanent residence permit, EU citizenship, or equivalent).
• Lead the design and development of complex mechanical systems, components, and assemblies from concept through production
• Perform engineering analysis (e.g., stress, thermal, vibration, tolerance) to ensure robust and compliant designs
• Create and review detailed CAD models, drawings, and specifications
• Drive design reviews, risk assessments, and failure analysis activities (DFMEA, root cause analysis)
• Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and project management teams
• Support prototype build, testing, validation, and transition to manufacturing
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, regulations, and company design processes
• Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering tools, methods, and best practices
Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
• Minimum of 7–10 years of experience in mechanical design and development
• Strong knowledge of mechanics, materials, manufacturing processes, and design for manufacturability
• Proficiency with 3D CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA, or equivalent)
• Experience creating and reviewing engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Solid understanding of engineering analysis and validation methods
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of technical deliverables
Preferred Characteristics
• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Experience leading projects or technical teams
• Background in regulated industries (e.g., automotive, medical devices, aerospace, energy)
• Hands-on experience with prototype builds and testing
• Familiarity with PLM systems and configuration management
• Strong analytical mindset with a focus on reliability and product lifecycle optimization
• Motivation to mentor others and drive technical excellence
For 85 years, PerkinElmer has pushed the boundaries of science in our food, industrial, life science and environmental markets. In addition to innovative laboratory technologies, our OneSource services division delivers a highly trained, experienced, and collaborative team of service engineers with solutions scalable and customizable to serve laboratory needs.
We’ve always pursued science with a clear purpose – to help our customers achieve theirs. Our expert team brings technology and intangibles, like creativity, empathy, diligence, and a spirit of collaboration, in equal measure, to fulfill our customers’ desire to work better, innovate better, and create better.
PerkinElmer is a leading, global provider of technology and service solutions that help customers measure, quantify, detect, and report in ways that help ensure the quality, safety, and satisfaction of their products.
Science with Purpose. Learn more at www.perkinelmer.com.
