Mechanical Design Exterior
- Application Deadline: May 31, 2026
- Præstø
- On-site
Job Summary
The Mechanical Design Engineer – Body & Exterior is responsible for the development of composite-intensive exterior systems and structures, including body panels, closures, and aerodynamic surfaces.
The role focuses on delivering robust, manufacturable, and high-performance composite designs by integrating requirements from Styling, CAE, Manufacturing, and Quality throughout the full product lifecycle. The position requires strong engineering fundamentals in composite materials, laminate design, and structural behaviour, combined with practical understanding of how components are produced.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop body and exterior components, primarily in composite materials.
- Generate 3D models, assemblies, and 2D drawings with correct application of GD&T and DfM.
- Define laminate architectures, joint designs, and bonding strategies.
- Apply knowledge of composite behaviour, adhesives, and failure modes.
- Ensure holistic integration across Styling, CAE, Manufacturing, and Quality.
- Support simulation and validation activities with CAE teams.
- Design for manufacturability with focus on prepreg lay-up and manual processes.
- Support prototype builds and validation activities.
- Prepare design releases and documentation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers.
Qualifications
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar
- 5+ years experience in mechanical design (automotive/motorsport preferred)
- Strong experience in composite (CFRP) design
- Understanding of CLT and composite failure modes
- Knowledge of adhesives and bonding methods
- Proficiency in CATIA (V6 / 3DEXPERIENCE preferred)
- Practical knowledge of prepreg lay-up and manufacturing
- Experience across full product lifecycle
Application Process:
Zenvo is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Great Place to Work
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Competitive salary and benefits package.
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A collaborative and innovative working environment.
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Opportunities for professional growth and development.
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A unique opportunity to work on world-class hypercar projects.
About the company
At Zenvo we engineer, design, develop and build some of the most extreme and fastest cars on the planet. We proudly offer our products to a select few customers who only want the best of everything in life, we call it an ‘Equilibrium of Extremes’. Zenvo customers know that the car they own will be the only one of its kind in the world, no single Zenvo is the same. At Zenvo we are a highly dynamic, international, and multicultural team of experienced professionals.
Danish by designChief designer Christian Brandt and his team take inspiration from the rich history of Danish design, thanks to the principles of masters like Arne Jacobsen that focus on the use of negative space.
IndividualityCompleted in 2008, our first prototype would become the Zenvo ST1, a supercharged and turbocharged car that today sits proudly at the factory in Præstø where it was built. The next model was the TS1 that was powered by a twin supercharged V8.
The futureAt the beginning of 2023 we publicly announced Aurora, a new chapter in the story of Zenvo Automotive. A V12 quad-turbocharged hypercar packaged in a sophisticated yet beautiful, carbon monocoque chassis. Just 100 Aurora models will be built and will mark the start of the future of Zenvo’s intentions as Denmark’s only hypercar brand.
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