Packaging Engineer, Battery Production
Scania is undergoing a transformation from being a leading supplier of trucks, buses, and engines to providing complete and sustainable transport solutions. Together with TRATON and our sister brands MAN, Volkswagen Truck & Bus, and International, we are working to shape the future of mobility with innovative and environmentally conscious solutions. Our values – customer first, respect, team spirit, responsibility, and elimination of waste – are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are at the forefront of creating a sustainable future.
Scania is in the midst of a historic shift towards electrified transport solutions.
At our state-of-the-art battery factory in Södertälje, we are working with groundbreaking technology to enable a sustainable future. As a Packaging Engineer within logistics, you'll be at the heart of innovation, logistics, and production technology.
Building Modules and Battery Packs for a dedicated and sustainable future!
The electrification trend in the automotive industry is moving fast. For us, this means that we need to prepare to increase the production of electric vehicles and help Scania become more sustainable. An important component of an electric vehicle is the battery.
Role Summary
As a Packaging Engineer at Scania, you will play a key role in developing and optimizing packaging solutions for our parts, components and spare parts – from supplier to assembly line. In this role, you will support production by being responsible for and providing assistance in packaging-related technical matters. This includes evaluating new materials and suppliers as well as driving change cases with associated test runs. The role will entail a good mix out of strategic mid- to long-term activities, as well as day-to-day activities and hands-on problem solving. You will work closely with purchasing, logistics, production, and external suppliers.
The goal: To ensure robust, cost-effective, and sustainable packaging within a global supply chain.
Job Responsibilities
• Develop and design new packaging solutions
• Optimize existing packaging with a focus on quality, environment, and cost
• Participate in/ Drive projects related to production and logistics development
• Perform packaging tests and evaluations
• Collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders globally
• Drive and participate problem solving activities at line connected to packaging
• Actively participate in assigned forums to represent the business
• Identify improvements and come up with suggestions for the need for change
• Calculate investment and resource needs for assigned projects
• Drive major improvement activities to develop working methods/methods/processes
Who You Are
We are looking for someone who is analytical, solution-oriented, and passionate about sustainable development. You thrive in a technical environment and enjoy working in cross-functional teams.
We would like you to have:
• An engineering degree in mechanical engineering, logistics, industrial economics, or a similar field
• Several years of experience in packaging technology, production, or logistics
• Strong communication skills in both Swedish and English
• Knowledge in CAD and/or packaging-related tools is an advantage
• Very structured way of working
• Driven to find the best solution and solve problems proactively
• As a leader you are a good communicator, who is responsive and has the ability to inspire, motivate and develop your environment
• You are engaged, curious and take responsibility for your activities
• You work with resilience and support attitude
This Is Us
We are a team working with logistics engineering and development, focusing on launching and running our new plant consisting out of highly automated logistics and production equipment. Some of us are as well already looking into the next steps of our electrification journey. Thereby we see open-mindedness and teamwork as key for our success. We are strongly interconnected in our processes and are establishing a common picture of where we are and where we are going.
We are a great international team with mixed backgrounds, experiences and competencies. This brings along different perspectives which strengthens our way of tackling and solving challenges. In our team an open and inclusive climate is given to facilitate everyone to lift their opinions, which supports us in our work and therefore is highly appreciated.
At Scania, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact – both in terms of technology and sustainability. We offer a stimulating environment with great opportunities for professional development, international collaboration, and a healthy work-life balance.
We offer an interesting job as Packaging Engineer in our Logistics Engineering and Development department. We are supporting the flow of material to produce Modules, Battery packs and Electrical Cables Harnesses which are the key components for our electrical vehicles. Our material handling process is equipped with various automatized equipment for Production and Logistics such as automatic storages, AGV´s and robots.
Scania Offers
We offer a dynamic, flexible workplace with hybrid work options, including Scania Sergel and Midway hubs. With a structured development plan and courses, Scania supports your career growth both locally and internationally. Benefits include training at our health center Gröndal or wellness allowance, result bonus, flexible hours, and company car leasing. Scania also hosts events for employees and their families, and Stockholm residents enjoy direct access to Södertälje via Scania Job express buses.
Application
Your application should include a CV and any relevant certificates. We welcome all applicants and strive for diversity in our recruitment processes. Apply as soon as possible, no later than 2025-06-18. Screening will take place on an ongoing basis during the application period. Logical and personality tests may be used as part of the selection process, and a background check may be required for this role. If you have questions or would like more information, please contact Front Office Group Manager Alexander Classon, alexander.classon@scania.com
Job Requisition 18137
Södertälje, SE, 151 38 Södertälje, SE, 151 38
