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