Project Manager with Technical Expertise

Shape Process Automation EMEA is a leading automation company based in Karlshamn, Sweden. We deliver innovative, tailor-made robotic automation solutions for industrial applications in the automotive, food, life science and manufacturing industries.
As a globally recognised robot systems integrator, we specialise in advanced technical solutions for material handling, assembly, picking, packing, wrapping and cutting using both robotic lasers and waterjet cutting.
We are proud to be part of Shape Technologies Group, a global leader in advanced manufacturing process solutions, operating in over 100 countries. With our new, state-of-the-art facility in Stilleryd, covering over 10 500 square metres, and a team of 130 dedicated employees, we are in an exciting phase of expansion.
Now we are looking for someone who wants to join us on our journey forward, with many exciting new projects to lead!
Project Manager
As a project manager, you lead a project team that develops complete automation solutions for industry across different sectors and of varying sizes. Our projects are in automation and are often based on robotic solutions. In this role, you will work on customer-specific projects with targets relating to time, finances, resources and quality. The work involves meetings and contact, both internally and externally with customers and suppliers. It is a varied role involving projects with a high level of technical complexity.
Your responsibilities:
Lead and prioritise the work of the project team.

Monitor and take responsibility for the project scope, finances and schedule.

Contribute to generating additional sales within the project.

Develop and evaluate different technical solutions within the project team.

Customer and supplier contacts.

We are looking for someone who has:
A university degree in engineering, another relevant post-secondary qualification, or experience that the employer considers equivalent.
Several years of project management experience.

Good spoken and written Swedish and English is essential, as English is our corporate language.

We are looking for someone who is established in their role as a project manager and has a strong interest in both leadership and technological development. You have a technical education or equivalent experience, and a good understanding of finance so that you can see the bigger picture and carry out impact analyses.
Experience in the automation industry is an advantage, as you will play a central role in our business development and success.
Skills and abilities:
We value good collaboration skills, ambition and drive, as well as a strong customer focus. You inspire others, are good at explaining things and communicating, and are passionate about sharing your knowledge and developing others.
You can take an overall perspective when required, but can also focus on details. You see solutions where others see problems and have a genuine interest in the customer's unique situation, which you also want to communicate to your team members.
We offer:
An interesting workplace where technology is at the forefront, new, attractive premises and a great team, all driven by innovation!
Travel: Travel within and outside Sweden will be required.
We review applications and interview candidates on an ongoing basis, so do not wait until the final application date to apply.
We strongly decline contact from external recruitment and advertising companies.