Principal Engineer, Mechanics

Principal Engineer, Mechanics – R&D

At Fiskars Group we are unified and driven by our common purpose: pioneering design to make the everyday extraordinary. Join our team and seize the extraordinary opportunity to influence the everyday!

We are looking for a visionary Principal Engineer, Mechanics to join our R&D team at Fiskars Group. This is a senior-level role for a mechanical engineering expert who thrives in the front-end innovation space, where ideas are born and boundaries are pushed.

Your mission? To dream big and make it real - developing groundbreaking mechanisms and concepts that redefine functionality and elevate user experience. You will lead early-stage ideation, explore unconventional solutions, and turn "crazy ideas" into tangible prototypes that inspire the future of our products.

As a Principal Engineer, you will combine deep technical expertise with an innovator's mindset, driving projects from concept to feasibility. You'll collaborate with industrial designers, product managers, and global partners to ensure that bold ideas become manufacturable solutions without compromising creativity.

Your work will directly influence innovation and sustainability, introducing new mechanisms, optimizing designs for resource efficiency, and supporting Fiskars Group's commitment to creating products that improve everyday life. If you love solving complex challenges and shaping the future through disruptive thinking, this is your opportunity.

This position is based in Espoo, Finland, and reports to our Senior Manager, R&D. The role is full-time and hybrid.

What you'll do at Fiskars Group:

Responsibilities:

• Lead front-end innovation projects, generating bold ideas and transforming them into viable concepts.
• Develop new mechanical mechanisms and solutions that set benchmarks for performance and usability.
• Conduct advanced analysis and simulations to validate innovative designs.
• Collaborate closely with industrial designers and cross-functional teams to merge creativity with technical feasibility.
• Mentor and inspire other engineers to embrace innovation and challenge conventional thinking.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies, materials, and design trends to fuel disruptive innovation.

Who you are:

Experience:

• MSc/BSc degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 8+ years of experience in mechanical design and product development, with proven expertise in mechanism design.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred) and knowledge of plastic and metal manufacturing technologies.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, including FEA.
• Strong ideation skills and a track record of turning unconventional ideas into successful products.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.

Start your journey at Fiskars Group:

We are eagerly awaiting your application. We review applications on a continuous basis, so please submit your CV in English today!

For further information please contact: Juha Huhtala, Senior Director, R&D: +358 40 706 2125 (available on 12.12 between 8-10 am and 18.12 between 14-16 hrs) or email: juha.huhtala@fiskars.com

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Apply now and make your mark with Fiskars Group!

At Fiskars, we value providing benefits that matter to you and cater to our diverse global workforce, no matter where you are in the world. While benefits may vary based on location, here are some of the incredible offerings you can expect when joining our team:

Competitive Compensation: We ensure that our employees are fairly compensated based on industry standards and local market factors.

Health and Wellness: Your well-being matters to us, no matter where you are. We offer various health and well-being focused programs and coverage, adapted to the requirements of each region.

Work-Life Balance: We understand the need for balance in your life. Our paid time off plans and flexible work arrangements and policies are designed to accommodate local customs and personal commitments, enabling you to thrive in both your professional and personal life.

Professional Development: We believe in nurturing talent and supporting professional growth. Through training programs, skill development initiatives and learning resources, we empower our employees to reach their full potential.

Inclusive and Diverse Environment: We value diversity and promote inclusivity. Join a workplace where your unique background and perspectives are celebrated, fostering collaboration and respect across all our markets.

Recognition and Rewards: We believe in celebrating and recognizing the contributions of our employees worldwide. Our recognition programs are designed to acknowledge exceptional performance and achievements, ensuring that your efforts are celebrated and valued.

Vested Interest: Through our Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP), you have the opportunity to invest in Fiskars Group and become a proud co-owner, sharing in the success and growth of the company.

Employee Discounts: We want to ensure our team members make each day the extraordinary with use of our products and offer product discounts across our brands.