Engineer in Machine Systems for Marine Vessels

Are you an engineer with experience in machine systems and an interest in marine vessels? Do you have good collaboration skills and experience working in project form? Do you want to work on qualified projects aimed at making Sweden and the world safer? Then you might be the one we are looking for.

About the Position

As an engineer in machine systems, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and varied projects that span the entire lifecycle of ships and boats – from new construction and upgrades to modifications and maintenance. As a machine engineer, you will work on planning, specifying, and following up on production and deliveries to the Armed Forces.

Furthermore, your tasks include requirements management, creating technical specifications, and ensuring that deliveries of documents and drawings meet the required quality. Your responsibilities also include leading or participating in technical investigations, finding solutions and designs to ensure that the materials are functional for their intended purposes. You will also keep up with technological developments and stay updated on innovations and changes in governing regulatory requirements for the relevant area. Participation in technological development with academia, industry, and other European countries is a growing need for us. The work is performed both independently and in close collaboration with colleagues, the Armed Forces, and suppliers.

The position is based in Karlskrona, with domestic and international travel.

About You

We are looking for someone who is a trained civil or university engineer in mechanical engineering, propulsion systems, or marine systems, or who has otherwise acquired a competence that we assess as equivalent. To succeed in the role, you need to have several years of experience in machine and propulsion systems, be comfortable with project work, and have good knowledge of both Swedish and English. You also need to have an understanding of mechanical engineering and propulsion-related theories and principles, as well as being accustomed to working with the Office suite in your daily work.

It is an advantage if you have experience working in a ship environment at sea and if you have previously worked on translating operational requirements into clear technical specifications. Additionally, if you have experience in hull design, structural construction, or ship production, this is a clear advantage. We also view positively if you have good knowledge of technical solutions in the area and their operational use. Overall knowledge of classification societies' standards and regulatory requirements in shipbuilding is valuable, as is understanding ventilation, fire integrity, weight distribution, ship stability, shock, and vibration. These experiences provide you with a broader system understanding and enhance your ability to contribute to comprehensive solutions with high quality.

Personal qualities are of great importance to us. We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences and are looking for someone who enjoys collaborating with others while being self-driven and taking responsibility for driving your processes forward. You have good judgment and the ability to make well-founded trade-offs and priorities in your work. You also value high quality in what you do and work with a clear drive towards set goals, focusing on delivering results.

FMV – Swedish Defence Materiel Administration

At FMV, you contribute to making Sweden and the world safer. We are tasked with providing the Swedish Armed Forces with the latest technology and knowledge so they can defend our country and our allies. Together with competent and dedicated colleagues, you will be involved in developing and procuring what sometimes does not yet exist. You drive the development, all the way from need to delivery. From idea to reality.

You will work in our marine material business area, which is responsible for the marine systems used by the Armed Forces, such as submarines, ships, and diving equipment. Read more about the business area here: Marine Material (https://www.fmv.se/marinmateriel)

At FMV, you are offered a secure employment with good benefits:

• Professional development and career opportunities
• Flexible working hours and the possibility of remote work as far as the work allows
• Pension plan and wellness allowance

Read more about FMV as an employer and the benefits we offer on our website: Work at FMV. (https://www.fmv.se/arbeta-pa-fmv)

Do you want to be part of developing the future defense? Welcome with your application by February 2, 2026.

Good to Know

• You apply by attaching your CV, grades, and certificates in Swedish.
• In your CV, clearly describe how you meet the requested qualifications and merits. To create a more inclusive recruitment process, we ask you not to send a cover letter or include a photo in your CV.
• We recruit based on competence and assess candidates based on the role's requirements for experience, competence, and personal qualities.
• Our union representatives are SACO Stefan Hållander, OFR/S Madeleine Lithander, OFR/O Henry Joona, and SEKO Peter Andersson. All can be reached via FMV's switchboard: 08-782 4000.
• If you have questions about the position, you can contact Linus Johansson via FMV's switchboard: 08-782 4000. Contact Annica Magnell, [email protected] for questions about the recruitment process.

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To work with us, you need to be a Swedish citizen and undergo a security review in accordance with the Security Protection Act. We apply a probationary period, and as an employee, you will be assigned based on the needs of the total defense. Applications for the position are only accepted via FMV's website or registry. We have made our selection and therefore do not wish to receive sales of advertising and recruitment services.