Engineering Group Manager

Location: Gothenburg, Sweden

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Important Company Update – Please Read Before Applying. 

On January 22, 2025, Aptiv announced its decision to separate its EDS division to form two separate independent companies:https://www.automotiveworld.com/news-releases/aptiv-announces-intention-to-separate-its-electrical-distribution-systems-business/

This role is within the EDS segment, and you will be joining that segment as it becomes its own entity, with a rich heritage and proven track record as a global leader in low and high voltage power and signal distribution systems. Our solutions are central to enabling the next generation of electrified, automated, and connected vehicles, and we are committed to innovation, sustainability, and engineering excellence.

Your Role:

Technical & Project Responsibilities

• Maintain a strong relationship with the customer and act as the key contact for product development.
• Lead engineering projects and ensure delivery on time, within budget and according to Aptiv and customer guidelines.
• Translate customer technical requirements into clear actions and ensure they are fulfilled, including product design and product safety.
• Communicate customer innovations and technical updates to internal engineering teams.
• Support Sales with technical input to help acquire new projects.
• Create and manage project budgets and resource plans with the Engineering Manager.
• Track engineering costs monthly.
• Identify critical processes, evaluate risks and drive process efficiency.
• Ensure effective communication between Aptiv and the customer.
• Support standardization and knowledge sharing within EMEA EDS Product Engineering.

People & Organizational Responsibilities

• Set goals for the team and drive continuous improvement of processes and performance.
• Develop and coach team members, ensuring skill and capability growth.
• Ensure alignment and effective collaboration with other CSCs and plants.
• Work with the Engineering Manager to implement organizational goals.
• Continue developing your own strengths and capabilities.

 Requirements:

• Technical university degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electronics or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in the EDS domain: wiring harness development, product design or E/E architecture–related work.
• Proven experience leading engineering teams
• Strong ability to translate technical customer requirements into engineering actions and system concepts.
• Experience with budgeting, cost tracking and resource planning for engineering projects.
• Solid understanding of product development processes, including change management, product safety and design reviews.
• Conflict‑resolution and clear communication skills, with the ability to manage complex stakeholder interactions.
• Continuous‑improvement mindset, able to drive process optimization and standardization across teams.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, especially in cross‑functional and international environments.
• Fluent Swedish and English, spoken and written.

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