Senior Mechanical Engineer

Want to shape the future of waterborne transport and join a world-class team?

Candela is the
global leader in electric hydrofoil vessels
. Since 2014, we've gone from building our first premium electric speedboat in a small Stockholm workshop to delivering game-changing vessels around the globe.
The Candela P-12
is our latest innovation - the world's first electric hydrofoil ferry is not just operating in Stockholm, but now attracting orders from around the world.

Our boats "fly" thanks to
computer-guided
underwater wings under the hull made out of
lightweight carbon fiber.
The wings lift the vessel above the water, which results in cutting energy use by up to 80%, while offering zero emissions and a far better passenger experience than traditional diesel vessels.

And that's exactly why we do this. Our mission is clear: to
speed up the transition to fossil fuel–free lakes and oceans
.

We are looking for a
Senior Mechanical Engineer
to join our Mechanical Engineering team within the R&D organization. You will play a key role in the continued development of Candela's
POD propulsion system
—our in-house designed electric underwater motor and propeller system that enables the world's most efficient and quiet marine transport.

In this role, you'll take ownership of challenging mechanical design areas such as shaft sealing systems, propeller efficiency, vibration isolation, and high-voltage connector interfaces. You will work closely with powertrain, electrical, and manufacturing engineers to deliver reliable, efficient, and manufacturable propulsion solutions that thrive in harsh marine environments.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Lead mechanical design and development for
  Candela's POD propulsion system
  , including housing, sealing systems, bearings, shafts, and propeller assemblies.
• Analyze and improve current designs related to
  leak prevention, material wear, corrosion resistance, and mechanical performance
  .
• Collaborate with internal specialists and external suppliers on
  machined components
  , ensuring tight tolerances and optimized manufacturability.
• Support adjacent systems such as
  cooling, high-voltage distribution, and structural integration
  from a mechanical design perspective.
• Contribute to
  failure analysis, testing, and validation
  of propulsion systems in laboratory and field environments.
• Work with manufacturing engineering to ensure robust
  assembly, serviceability, and cost efficiency
  of designs.
• (Optional, depending on assignment) Support the development of Candela's
  corrosion strategy
  for marine applications.

What are we looking for?

• M.Sc. or B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 8–10+ years of relevant engineering experience in
  mechanical design for underwater systems, electric drives, or other precision-engineered machinery
  .
• Proven track record in
  machined part design, manufacturing methods, and tolerance analysis
  .
• Solid understanding of
  sealing systems, bearings, and corrosion mechanisms
  .
• Experience working with
  CAD (Catia 3dexperience is preferred)
  .
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and design robustness.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a cross-functional, fast-paced environment.
• Fluent in English; Swedish is a plus.

Form of employment
: Full-time employment with initial 6 month probation period

Start date:
ASAP

Location/base
: Frihamnen, Stockholm with some work carried out at our factory in Rotebro. Occasional travel to suppliers is part of the role.

Team
: Mechanical Engineering, R&D

Reporting to
: Johan Hedlund, Director Mechanical Engineering

Why people love working at Candela?

At Candela, we're not just building electric vessels - we're creating a whole new category of clean, efficient waterborne transport. You get the chance to work with
cutting-edge technology
, solving complex challenges, and seeing the results in action - sometimes literally, when we organize test rides for our newcomers We're a diverse and ambitious team of over 50 nationalities, united by a
revolutionary spirit and kindness
. That means we work hard, but always with humility and while having fun - whether it's solving a manufacturing challenge, improving processes, or cheering each other on during
Candela Months
, our year-round calendar of bonding activities and events.

We're
office-first but not office-only
. We believe collaboration is most powerful when we build together, in person - but we also trust our team to work in ways that fit their life. At Candela, you'll find a place where bold ideas are welcomed, great people are celebrated, and the ride is just as important as the destination.

Recruitment process:

We aim to keep our recruitment process as straightforward and efficient as possible. As an international company with English as our corporate language, the entire process is conducted in English. Therefore, please submit your application in our corporate language as well. Kindly note that we cannot process applications sent via email due to GDPR so please use our career website for you application.

We welcome the opportunity to meet you