Mechanical & Machine Project Manager – Focus on Design and Facility Development

Do you want to combine technology, leadership, and improvement work? Apply for the role of project manager!

We are looking for someone who wants to lead both projects and people.

As a project manager, you will be part of our project department, whose work is to improve our processes and facilities. It is you and your colleagues who ensure that we meet all requirements regarding functionality, accessibility, capacity, and safety.

Your Profile

We believe you are a relationship-building person. You see, acknowledge, and uplift your colleagues so that you make the most of your combined abilities. You are generous with your knowledge while being curious about others' perspectives and ideas.

You who apply for the position need to have an engineering degree or other education that we deem relevant for the position. You are used to leading projects and are familiar with the process industry, having experience in mechanics and machinery. Since we are part of an international group, you need to be strong in both spoken and written Swedish and English.

Job Content

A main focus of the position is on construction and project management of smaller and medium-sized assignments, with knowledge in mechanics and machinery, to assess the need for the same in close collaboration with production and maintenance personnel.

As a project manager with us, you will work on everything from smaller assignments to larger investment projects, a job that is carried out in close collaboration with other departments within the organization. Your job is to ensure that timelines are met and that we meet all requirements. You will also follow up on the financial aspects, conduct investigations, and document – with a focus on improvement work.

At Smurfit Westrock, you are part of a local community in Piteå – but also part of a global community that spans over 40 countries.

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If you have questions, please contact Fredrik Nilzon, Head of Project Department, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
Emma Bruinewoud, HR Specialist, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

Welcome with your application by February 16, 2026. The position may be filled before the application deadline, and selection and interviews may occur continuously. Please respond thoroughly to the selection questions as these form the basis for our continued selection work.

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Smurfit Westrock Piteå is Europe’s largest kraftliner mill with approximately 510 employees. Here, over 700,000 tons of kraftliner are produced annually, used in the manufacture of high-quality corrugated cardboard. The paper mill in Piteå is part of Smurfit Westrock, the largest and world-leading company in sustainable paper and sustainable paper-based packaging solutions, operating in 40 countries with over 100,000 employees.

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