Senior Development Engineer Electric Drive

At Kalmar, we are moving goods in critical supply chains around the world. As the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services, we set the industry benchmark for a zero-emission future. We are driven by teamwork, innovation, and taking ownership to deliver results. With our global reach and local expertise, our success starts with a strong focus on the customer, ensuring their needs guide our daily work. We are dedicated to respecting others and fostering an inclusive culture where all voices are heard, empowering us to succeed together. With us, your work has an impact. Your work moves the world!

Join us and take your career to the next level

We are seeking an accomplished Senior Development Engineer Electric Drive with a passion for bridging advanced software architecture and heavy-duty electric vehicle platforms. The role is specifically focused on the design and development of Kalmar's HV electric drivetrain, mainly including software development for the drive system and auxiliary/peripheral functions in Kalmar's control system. You will be responsible for the end-to-end development of these systems and components, ensuring that all engineering work aligns with customer needs, legislation, internal standards, and overall business strategies.

What are your key responsibilities:

• Partner & Supplier Leadership: Lead assigned work with partners and suppliers regarding electric drive components and software integration.

• Component & Subsystem Integration: Develop and integrate components and sub systems to ensure that specified technical customer demands, product safety, legislations requirements and internal demands are met.

• Specification & System Requirements: Define specification and system requirements for components and sub systems in cooperation with PSE (Principal Systems Engineer) and Chief Engineers.

• Cross-Product Design Coordination: In consultation with PSE, coordinate components and systems design between products within the CB division.

• Performance & Driver Integration: Evaluate on machine or sub system level performance and driver integration to meet expectations, requirements and safety targets from different stakeholders.

• Energy Management & Optimization: Performance and Energy Management initiatives to optimize energy use for maximum range and performance of Kalmars equipment.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Ensure cooperation between team function and Sourcing, Product support and Operation.

• Testing & System Validation: In consultation with the responsible Line Manager and PSE define a test plan, purchase components, execute and evaluate outcome where a need has been identified (including SIL/HIL testing and machine validation).

What we offer you:

"Customers depend on us. Our focus isn't optional - it's what keeps terminals running and trust alive."

• Rewards that truly count: We offer meaningful development opportunities through varied assignments, fair and gender-neutral pay, and flexible working conditions - all within a culture that values your growth and celebrates success.
• Safety that moves us forward: Build your career with a company rooted in safety since the 1940s, ensuring stability and an environment that empowers you to speak and be heard.
• Purpose that drives change: You'll contribute to solutions that transform global trade, creating environmental and operational innovations. You'll be in the driver's seat of ideas, developing digital and mechatronic technologies that set industry standards and position us as the forerunner.
• People who move together: You'll collaborate with people who build lasting relationships through global expertise, connections, and a commitment to sustainability.

Become part of our global network of 485 R&D Engineers, driving innovative, sustainable solutions and making an impact worldwide.

What you bring to the role:

• Relevant Engineering Degree: B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Electrical, Mechatronics, or Software Engineering (or equivalent proven background).
• Electrification & HV Expertise: Solid experience developing high-voltage (HV) electric drive systems and power architectures for heavy machinery or NRMM.
• Control Software Fluency: Hands-on development in IEC 61131-3 environments (e.g., Danfoss PLUS+1, CODESYS, Parker IQAN).
• Heavy Vehicle Know-How: Understanding of rubber-tired machines, with prior exposure to electrification projects or Kalmar equipment as a strong plus.
• Systems Problem-Solving: Sharp analytical ability to navigate complex mechatronic interfaces and drive energy management initiatives.
• Ownership & Business Mindset: Self-driven, results-oriented attitude with a strong focus on customer value and product quality.
• Global Communication: Excellent collaboration skills with fluency in written and spoken English across international teams and partners.

Ready to elevate your career? Apply today!

We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, and the position will be filled as soon as the most suitable candidate is identified.

Closing Date: 27/11/2026

About Kalmar

Kalmar (Nasdaq Helsinki: KALMAR) is moving goods in critical supply chains around the world, with the vision to be the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services. The company offers a wide range of industry shaping heavy material handling equipment and services to ports and terminals, distribution centres, manufacturing and heavy logistics. Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Kalmar operates globally in over 120 countries and employs approximately 5,300 people. In 2025, the company's sales totalled approximately EUR 1.7 billion. www.kalmarglobal.com