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Why this job is for you At Knightec Group, you will have the opportunity to lead projects that focus on more than just delivery – it's about creating real impact. We are looking for a driven Project Manager with experience and interest in product development who, together with our customers, wants to shape the future through innovation, technology, and engaged leadership. You are confident in your role as a Project Manager and value an inclusive approach based on knowledge sharing and teamwork. You constantly ask yourself how things can be done better and more efficiently.

Within our business area Compliance & Management, we enable a smooth transition to digital, sustainable, and secure solutions through expertise in quality, security, and leadership – while simultaneously helping to optimize production efficiency to strengthen profitability.

Responsibilities
As a Project Manager, you will have the opportunity to work in technically advanced and regulated environments, such as the defense industry and other high-tech operations. You are responsible for the execution of entire projects or specific parts thereof – from early phases to implementation and handover.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading projects within product development and production – from concept to verified and delivered solution
• Ensuring projects meet requirements regarding quality, security, documentation, and traceability
• Managing budget, schedule, resources, and risk management
• Coordinating cross-functional teams, including design, production, quality, and aftermarket
• Driving work related to production preparation, industrialization, and verification
• Ensuring products and systems meet requirements for operational reliability, maintainability, and lifecycle perspectives
• Working with and coordinating activities within ILS (Integrated Logistics Support), including maintenance planning, spare parts strategies, and lifecycle support
• Identifying, analyzing, and monitoring technical and project-related risks through structured risk management
• Collaborating closely with both internal and external stakeholders, such as suppliers and steering groups
• Contributing to the development of working methods, processes, and methodologies within project management and operations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent
• At least 3 years of experience in project management within product development, production, or technical operations
• Experience from highly regulated industries such as defense, marine, or other safety-critical industries
• Good understanding of quality requirements, verification, documentation, and technical regulations
• Documented experience in ILS work, risk management, or work with reliability and maintainability is a requirement
• Fluent in Swedish and English, both spoken and written

Experience working with or close to production, production technology, or maintenance is advantageous. We would appreciate experience with both traditional and agile project models, as well as familiarity working in complex organizations with many interfaces.

An exciting journey with Knightec Group
Knightec Group is today one of Northern Europe’s leading strategic partners in product and digital service development – how cool is that?

By combining engineering competence, digital expertise, and business understanding, we help our customers transform new technology into real solutions that create value. We work at the intersection of business strategy and technology development, supporting our customers throughout the entire journey – from initial ideas to development, implementation, and further evolution.

At Knightec Group, we bring together people with different perspectives, experiences, and specialist areas. Together, we create innovation that makes a real difference – for businesses, people, and society at large.

For our employees, this means great opportunities to help shape future solutions through meaningful projects at the absolute forefront of technology. Here, you will not only develop and grow in your role – you will also become part of a team where curiosity, collaboration, and the courage to challenge drive us forward.

Practical Information
This is a permanent position with a six-month probationary period, located at our office in Gothenburg, Lindholmsallén 2. Business travel to our customers may occur. Start date is by agreement.

Please submit your application as soon as possible, but no later than 2026-08-16. If you have any questions about the position, you are welcome to contact Oliver Rydberg, Talent Acquisition Specialist. Please note that due to GDPR, we only receive applications via our career page.

We look forward to hearing from you!