Mechanical Engineering Manager R&D

Location: Sweden - Danderyd

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Mechanical Engineering Manager R&D

Location: Sweden - Danderyd

Department: R&D

About the Role

Come join us! We are now looking for a Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead our highly skilled team into the future. Based in Danderyd, we develop and manufacture precision optical measurement instruments used globally in Surveying and Construction Engineering.

The Mechanical Engineering team is key for obtaining the high accuracy required for our products and for devising the specialized production equipment needed for their manufacturing. In this role, you will lead a team of Mechanical Engineers, reporting directly to the Engineering Director in Danderyd.

Why Join Trimble?

At Trimble, we don’t just offer a job; we offer a career within an award-winning work culture that is continually recognized for its excellence. Joining our team means:

• Working with the Best: You will lead a team of 9 mechanical engineers and collaborate with the whole R&D department of 75 colleagues who are all highly qualified within their fields

• Global Innovation: As part of an international group with headquarters in Colorado, you will engage in frequent global collaborations.

• Diverse Challenges: You will work on a broad range of core disciplines, from optics and electronics to high-tech manufacturing engineering.

• Dynamic Environment: We offer a position within a global technology company that provides dynamic and varied daily responsibilities.

What You Will Do:

• People Leadership: Act as the people manager for the Mechanical Engineering team, overseeing recruitment and compensation.

• Process Ownership: Serve as the owner of Mechanical Engineering development processes and drive the continuous evolution of "ways of working".

• Resource Management: Balance workloads across the Mechanical Engineering team and participate in weekly pulse meetings for resource prioritization.

• Financial Oversight: Manage monthly financial forecasting for the mechanical team.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Interface both internally and externally with Marketing Managers, system architects and colleagues in adjacent development departments to ensure solutions meet technical expectations.

What Skills & Experience You Should Bring:

• Education: MSc in Mechanical Engineering or a similar field.

• Professional Experience: Minimum of five years of experience in Mechanical Engineering of high-tech products; focus on optomechanical systems is preferred.

• Leadership: Experience in people management is considered a bonus.

• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with fluency in both Swedish and English.

• Attributes: A structured, process-oriented mindset is essential for success in this role, as is a thorough technical understanding and problem solving.

How to Apply: Please submit an online application for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply Now’ button located in this posting.

Join a Values-Driven Team: Belong, Grow, Innovate. 

At Trimble, our core values of Belong, Grow, and Innovate aren't just words—they're the foundation of our culture. We foster an environment where you are seen, heard, and valued (Belong); where you have an opportunity to build a career and drive our collective growth (Grow); and where your innovative ideas shape the future (Innovate). We believe in empowering local teams to create impactful strategies, ensuring our global vision resonates with every individual. Become part of a team where your contributions truly matter. 

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