Want to help shape the future of waterborne transport and be part of a world-class team?
At Candela, we design and build electric hydrofoil boats and ferries with performance previously unheard of in the industry. Our mission is to accelerate the transition to fossil fuel-free lakes and oceans.
The Candela P-12 is our latest innovation—the world’s first electric hydrofoil ferry in operation, serving commuters in Stockholm and soon expanding to several other countries. By combining lightweight carbon fiber hulls, sensors, computers, and advanced submerged hydrofoils, our vessels fly above the water, delivering unmatched efficiency compared to conventional diesel ferries.
We are now looking for a Painter to support Candela’s growth ambitions.
Cleaning and sanding the carbon fiber prior to painting.
Prime, apply filler, sand and prepare the parts for paint.
Using spray-painting to paint the surfaces.
Wet sanding and polishing the painted surfaces.
Maintaining technical equipment for the job and ensuring that they are in working order.
Follow company guidelines and safety protocols.
You have previous experience from working as a painter in an industry environment where focus has been on finish and precision. You can learn fast and adapt fast to changes and are willing to be part of an ambitious team with a high working pace and short decision paths. Lastly, as everyone else in the company, you think the products we are developing and producing are really cool!
Required qualifications
Experience of working with air spray guns priming and painting in an industrial environment (Preferable experience with cars, trucks or boat painting).
Able to do masking, cleaning with degreaser, antistatic gun. Touch ups with cotton brush.
Interest in and/or experience from setting up a painting process. This includes defining the needs from a health & safety, facility, and tools perspective.
To be physically allowed to work in an environment where you are exposed to dust particles and chemicals - being comfortable to work in full head to toe PPE
To be able to stand for extended periods and work hands-on as well as working within tight spaces
Be able to communicate in English as it is required in your daily work
Be comfortable working in a 2 shift schedule (8 hour shifts: mornings, afternoons)
Form of employment: Full-time with initial 6 month probation period Start date: ASAP Location/base: Rotebro Team: Composite Reporting to: Workshop Manager in Composite Area
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!