WE ARE LOOKING FOR A R&D PROJECT MANAGER FOR A BETTER TOMORROW
GROW STRONGER WITH US!
We truly believe in the power of people. With your contribution, we will continue to make our world-leading steel wire smarter, greener and stronger. In the welcoming and supportive atmosphere of our workplaces, we care for each other and everyone’s safety. Kindness is the superpower that makes us share ideas and collaborate cross borders. It makes us dare to push the boundaries of what’s possible. Whatever your role, you'll have many opportunities to explore, learn and develop with us. After all, as you grow, we grow stronger too.
LEAD PROJECTS THAT SHAPE OUR FUTURE
The Machine Design, installations & Investments (DII/PPD) team plays a key role in developing and strengthening our global manufacturing capabilities. We work across sites to drive industrial investments, machine design, and process development, ensuring that our operations remain competitive, efficient, and sustainable.
By leading cross-functional projects, we turn ideas into real industrial solutions – from concept to fully implemented production systems.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As an R&D Project Manager, you will be responsible for planning, leading, and delivering projects within machine design, investments, installations, and process development.
You will own the full project lifecycle and ensure successful delivery according to time, cost, quality, and performance targets. The role involves close collaboration with production, procurement, suppliers, and global stakeholders.
Leading projects from initiation to closure
Owning project scope, budget, timeline, and deliverables
Coordinating internal teams and external partners
Driving technical solutions in machine design and industrial systems
Managing risks, issues, and changes throughout the project lifecycle
Ensuring compliance with technical standards and requirements
Reporting project progress to stakeholders and steering committees
Contributing to continuous improvement of project management practices
ABOUT YOU
You have experience working with technical projects in an industrial environment and are comfortable taking ownership from idea to implementation.
A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or similar
Proven experience in project management within industry or technology
A good understanding of machine design, investments, or technical systems
Strong skills in communication, coordination, and stakeholder management
A structured and analytical approach to problem-solving and delivery
The ability to work independently and drive projects forward
Fluency in English (spoken and written)
ABOUT US
Suzuki Garphyttan creates innovative steel wire products for high-performance applications. We were founded over a century ago in the Swedish town of Garphyttan. Today we are a part of the Japanese Nippon Steel Corporation, a global company conducting environmentally licensed operations with manufacturing in Sweden, England, USA, Mexico and China. Together, we power a diverse range of industries with our products and services – and there are no limits to where our collaborative spirit will take us tomorrow.
We Care – Dare – Share
Together for a better tomorrow
Our values Care, Dare, Share exemplify how we work, think, and behave towards each other and our customers, and we are deeply committed to our vision - Together for A Better Tomorrow. Are you ready to join us?
APPLICATION
If this role sounds like the right next step for you, don’t hesitate to apply.
For more information about the position, please contact Mattias Augustsson, or for questions about the recruitment process, contact HR.
We review applications on an ongoing basis – apply as soon as possible.