Manager R&D Hardware
Who We Are
Allgon is looking for an experienced R&D Manager to lead and develop our hardware and mechanical engineering team and drive
innovation within our organization.
Allgon is a leading manufacturer of wireless machinery control systems, delivering customized solutions to companies across the
industrial sector. Our customers engage with us through our subsidiaries, Tele Radio, Åkerströms and Sistematica. We are
passionate about developing industrial remote control solutions that enhance safety and efficiency worldwide.
Our R&D department values fast decision-making, open communication, and a flat organizational structure while offering strong
resources and excellent development opportunities. We have a team of around 50 professionals working across multiple locations,
including Gothenburg, Björbo, and Malaga.
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About the Role
As Manager R&D Hardware, you will lead and develop a team of hardware and mechanical engineers located in Gothenburg and Björbo.
This is a leadership position requiring both strategic oversight and hands-on technical engagement, where you will support the
team in problem-solving, planning and quality-focused development work. You will be responsible for team leadership, resource
planning, competence development and continuous improvement, ensuring that the right processes, tools and capabilities are in
place to support the development of Allgon’s products.
This position can be based in either Gothenburg or Björbo and reports directly to the Chief Technology & Product Officer.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage, lead and develop the R&D Hardware team, fostering collaboration innovation, and continuous improvement.
Plan and allocate team resources to support development projects, research initiatives, and ongoing product maintenance.
Participate in and lead development projects, including estimation work, pre-studies and technology research.
Manage unplanned and acute product maintenance in close collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
Drive process improvements, competence development, and adoption of new tools.
Participate in design reviews and ensure adherence to Allgon's standards and processes for quality assurance and compliance.
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What We’re Looking For
We are looking for a confident and collaborative leader with a strong technical foundation in hardware development. You enjoy
developing people, building high-performing teams and creating structure in a dynamic engineering environment. You are comfortable
balancing strategic planning with hands-on involvement, have strong communication skills and the ability to drive progress,
quality and continuous improvement together with others.
Key qualifications include:
BSc or MSc in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- At least 10 years of experience in electronics and hardware product development, preferably for embedded or industrial
applications.
- Minimum 3 years of people management experience in an R&D environment, leading hardware, electronics and/or mechanical
engineering teams.
Strong understanding of hardware design processes and product development lifecycle.
Proven ability to manage and optimize development tools, processes, and workflows in an agile R&D setting.
Project management experience is a plus.
Fluent in English and Swedish, both written and spoken.
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What We Offer
Work with cutting-edge, high-quality products in a dynamic environment.
Opportunities for continuous professional growth and career development.
A challenging and rewarding role within a growing organization.
Collective agreement, including 9 extra days off per calendar year through reduced working hours.
3,000 SEK annually for wellness benefits.
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About Allgon
Allgon is a Swedish company specializing in industrial radio control, with a strong track record in wireless technology
innovation. Through our brands Tele Radio, Åkerströms and Sistematica, we have built a global presence, employing over 470
professionals and presence in 26 countries.
We offer an exciting work environment in a profitable and growing organization with a strong technical focus. Despite our global
reach, we maintain the close-knit atmosphere of a smaller company, where every employee has a voice and can influence the projects
they work on.
At Allgon, sustainability is a key priority—ecologically, socially, and financially. We are committed to attracting passionate
individuals who share our vision of a safer, more efficient world through advanced wireless technology.
We look forward to your application! ⭐