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Company Description

AFRY offers services in engineering, design, digitalization, and consulting. We are dedicated experts in industry, energy, and infrastructure, creating value for future generations. AFRY has Nordic roots with a global reach. Our shared principles – Result driven, Client centric, Empowering, and Accountable – guide us in how we work, develop, and succeed together. Join us in accelerating the transition to a sustainable society.   

Job Description

The Electrical, Automation & Industrial IT section within the Life Science business area is now seeking a Technical Project Manager in Automation who wants to lead and drive automation projects in a high-tech and GMP-regulated production environment. The role combines deep technical understanding of both PLC and DCS systems with the ability to plan, coordinate, and deliver projects on time, within budget, and with the highest quality. Travel may occur.

Qualifications

Your Responsibilities

As a Technical Project Manager in Automation, you will:

• Lead automation projects from feasibility study and design to commissioning, validation, and handover to the operations organization.
• Coordinate resources, timelines, and budgets in close collaboration with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Ensure technical solutions within both PLC and DCS environments, including integration with SCADA, MES, and other production systems.
• Drive improvement initiatives and implement new technology to optimize production and maintenance.
• Ensure that all solutions meet GMP and other regulatory requirements.
• Act as support for automation engineers in the team.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone who has:

• A technical degree at the university level in automation, electrical engineering, mechatronics, or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of experience in automation, with at least 2 years in a leading role within the process industry.
• Experience leading projects in regulated industries and knowledge of GMP.
• Good skills in Swedish and English (spoken & written).

Meritorious:

• Knowledge of validation work (IQ/OQ/PQ) and change control (CC) in a GMP environment.
• Experience with integration between automation systems and higher-level IT systems.
• Experience in Life Science, pharmaceuticals, food, healthcare, energy, or other regulated industries.

We are looking for someone who is:

A clear leader with the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders. Structured and results-oriented, with the capacity to build trust and create engagement in project teams. Solution-oriented and flexible in a dynamic environment, thriving in an engaged team with a strong collaborative culture.

Additional Information

Welcome with your application, the deadline for applications is 2026-01-12

Contact person for questions:

Vytautas Urbikas, Service Area Manager

[email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

For all recruitments at AFRY, an ID check, reference taking, and verification of education are always conducted as a basis.

We kindly ask for no direct contact with staffing and recruitment companies or sellers of additional job advertisements.

At AFRY, we drive change in everything we do. We believe that change happens when brave ideas meet, when we collaborate, create innovation, and embrace creative solutions, that is how we create the future. We are constantly looking for qualified candidates who want to join our inclusive teams around the world. Become a part of us and accelerate the green transition.