Technical Manager at SGS

Do you want to be part of developing the laboratory methods of the future at a company with industry-leading analytical technology? Do you dream of being part of making the world a safer place while having the opportunity to grow within your profession?

Then the position of Technical Manager at SGS might be for you!

About the position

At SGS, we make the world a safer place by analyzing thousands of environmental samples daily to protect public health. We find out if there are PFAS or heavy metals in drinking water, cyanide in the soil, or dioxins in pike.

We are now looking for a Technical Manager with solid competence and experience in spectrophotometry and wet chemical analytical techniques to further strengthen our technical department. We analyze, for example, TOC, CODCr, and nutrients in lake water and wastewater. Our instrument park consists of nearly 30 instruments and includes both SFA (Segmented Flow Analysis), discrete analyzers, and combustion technology.

As a Technical Manager, you are responsible for ensuring that our instruments function as they should during daily operations. You are not only a key person for our super lab in Linköping but also have all labs in Scandinavia in mind. You are proactive and take the initiative in our investment processes, identifying necessary investments required to future-proof our operations.

Through your focus on development, you also ensure that your laboratory colleagues receive training and guidance on how to best use the instruments.

You largely control your days based on the demands of the business and how you choose to prioritize. You see it as natural that your priorities must be made in dialogue with others to ensure they align with what is most important for the business and your colleagues.

Your profile

As a person, we see you as an initiator with a strong sense of responsibility who enjoys having many things going on at the same time. You tackle challenges in a structured manner and are used to prioritizing tasks methodically. You are not afraid to ask for help when facing particularly difficult challenges, as you recognize your limitations and are receptive to feedback.

You are someone who loves solving problems and sharing your knowledge. You are communicative, which is essential as you are expected to have close contacts with suppliers and service technicians, as well as work closely with laboratory personnel in your area of expertise, as well as other functions within the company.

Formal qualifications

• University education in a scientific field
• High technical competence in the relevant area
• Work experience from a laboratory
• Good knowledge of Swedish and English, both spoken and written
• Proficiency in Office suite and IT

Meritorious

• Previous experience working with accreditation of testing methods

Our offer

At SGS, you will work alongside dedicated, competent, and engaged colleagues with high demands for safety and quality. Our vision is a safe and sustainable lab you can count on.

Do you want to help create “A better, safer and more interconnected world”? At SGS, we make a real difference! SGS contributes to an improved environmental situation and a long-term sustainable society. Welcome to an organization that contributes to a healthier world!

How and when?

Permanent full-time employment. SGS applies a 6-month probationary period.

Start date according to agreement.

Contact person

If you would like to know more about the position, please feel free to contact:

Recruiting Manager: Karin Lundh, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]), 073- 660 84 30
Technical Manager Titro and interim for Spectro: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]), 073-822 91 00

Application

Welcome with your application, including a short description of yourself in English, why you are applying for the position, and a CV, no later than January 15, 2026. We may conduct ongoing interviews during the application period. You apply by clicking the “apply” button below.

SGS is a world leader in the TIC sector (testing, inspection, and certification) and has over 98,000 employees worldwide. SGS operates in 11 industries and across supply chains by providing specialized business solutions that enhance quality, safety, and productivity while reducing risks. Our network of over 2,650 offices and laboratories helps customers navigate an increasingly regulated world by offering local expertise on a global scale.

In the Nordic region, we are present in Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Finland, with our headquarters in Linköping, where most of the overarching Nordic functions are located. We operate in 5 business areas: Health and Nutrition, Industry and Environment, Connectivity and Products, Natural Resources, and Business Assurance.

SGS Analytics Sweden AB is a Swedish company within the SGS Group. In Sweden, SGS has its headquarters and laboratory in Linköping, as well as operations in Gothenburg, Malmö, Karlstad, Nymölla, and Umeå. Our largest business areas are Industries and Environmental (I&E) and Health and Nutrition (H&N). We are accredited according to (SS-EN ISO/IEC 17025) regarding quality and certified in environment (SS-EN ISO 14001). This means that we are quality assured and take our environmental responsibility seriously. This is important for our operations, for our customers, and for the environment.