R&D Program Manager 18368 Mjölby, Sweden

Veritaz is a leading IT staffing solutions provider in Sweden, committed to advancing individual careers and aiding employers in ensuring the perfect talent fit. With a proven track record of successful partnerships with top companies, we have rapidly grown our presence in the USA, Europe, and Sweden as a dependable and trusted resource within the IT industry.

Assignment Description

We are looking for an experienced R&D Project Manager

What You Will Work On

Lead end-to-end product development projects from concept to production

Develop and manage project plans, schedules, resources, and budgets

Coordinate cross-functional teams across:

Mechanical Engineering

Software Development

Electronics

Testing & Verification

Purchasing

Manufacturing

Monitor project progress and ensure achievement of project milestones

Report project status, risks, issues, and deviations to steering committees

Drive project decisions, prioritization, and issue resolution

Manage project risks, dependencies, and change requests

Ensure effective requirements management throughout the project lifecycle

Coordinate internal stakeholders, suppliers, and external partners

Support industrialization and production readiness activities

Ensure compliance with company development processes, standards, and project governance

Apply Agile practices where appropriate, particularly within software development

Facilitate regular stakeholder meetings and project reviews

What You Bring

Proven experience as a Project Manager within product development

Experience in industries such as:

Automotive

Industrial Equipment

Material Handling

Energy Systems

Manufacturing

Experience leading projects through the complete development lifecycle

Strong experience managing cross-functional engineering teams

Good understanding of:

Mechanical Engineering

Electronics

Software Development

Experience with project management methodologies such as Stage-Gate or similar

Strong knowledge of project planning, execution, and governance

Experience in risk management, change management, and stakeholder management

Excellent leadership and communication skills