Program Manager
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Posted on:
20-09-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About the position
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead projects within Kongsberg Automotives Drive Control Systems business area. Based at our facilities in Mullsjö or Gothenburg (Sweden) or Kongsberg (Norway) you will oversee complex cross-functional programs from concept to completionensuring delivery on scope budget and schedule while upholding the highest quality and safety standards. You will collaborate with global teams and customers to drive program success and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage projects within the Drive Control Systems business area
- Define plan and track project goals milestones deliverables and budgets
- Ensure delivery within approved budget and schedule; develop recovery plans as needed
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering production quality and customers
- Coordinate activities across departments and international sites
- Prepare and present project status reports to the Steering Committee (STC)
- Lead internal and customer project meetings ensuring effective communication and alignment
- Ensure compliance with quality standards processes and regulatory requirements
- Identify assess and mitigate project risks proactively
- Manage engineering change requests to support profitability and technical objectives
- Maintain accurate project documentation within the PLM structure
- Establish and promote best practices for efficient project execution
- Manage multiple concurrent projects and maintain up-to-date financial forecasts
Requirements
- BSc or MSc in Engineering with 6-8 years experience in project management
- Proven track record in system software or electronics project delivery within the automotive industry
- Globally recognized Program Management certification is highly desirable
- Awareness of and ability to work within frameworks such as ASPICE ISO 26262 (Functional Safety) and Cybersecurity standards
- Experience with core automotive quality processes such as APQP PPAP and FMEA
- Strong grasp of automotive project management methodologies and tools
- Demonstrated leadership stakeholder management and cross-functional team collaboration skills
- Effective communication and cross-cultural interpersonal abilities
- Strong decision-making skills with the ability to perform under pressure and maintain focus on key objectives
- Experience across PM processes preferably with exposure to production quality purchasing marketing or product/process development
- High level of integrity professionalism and personal accountability
- Excellent command of English and the local language both spoken and written
What we offer
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- A collaborative and innovative work environment
- International exposure and exciting projects in the automotive industry
Application / Contact
If you are a motivated professional with a passion for project management and innovation we encourage you to apply.
Please submit your CV in English through our online application system.
Due to GDPR regulations we do not accept applications sent via email.
The applications will be handled on an ongoing basis and the position may be filled before the application deadline date.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Project Management Methodology
- Project / Program Management
- Program Management
- Management Experience
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Project Management
- Microsoft Project
- Budgeting
- DoD Experience
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Contracts
About Company
Kongsberg Automotive provides cutting-edge technology to the global vehicle industry. We drive the global transition to sustainable mobility by putting engineering, sustainability, and innovation into practice. Headquartered in Zurich, with revenues of over EUR 885 million, the compan ... View more
