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Full-time · On-site

R&D Manager, Product R&D Accessories

This is a high-impact leadership role focused on life-saving professional accessories within a legendary engineering firm. You will lead a specialized team to create products where safety and ergonomics are the primary drivers of innovation. It is a perfect blend of hands-on technical guidance and high-level strategic influence.

Husqvarna AB · Huskvarna, Jönköping, Sweden · Posted 20 April 2026

The role

Overview

This is a high-impact leadership role focused on life-saving professional accessories within a legendary engineering firm. You will lead a specialized team to create products where safety and ergonomics are the primary drivers of innovation. It is a perfect blend of hands-on technical guidance and high-level strategic influence.

What they need

Requirements & Skills

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of five internal engineers plus external consultants
  • Oversee the mechanical development of safety gear and communication accessories
  • Manage the department budget, resource allocation, and project prioritization
  • Define and execute the long-term technical roadmap for the Accessories division
  • Foster a culture of technical excellence and continuous process improvement

Essential

  • Proven leadership experience in a technical or engineering environment
  • Strong background in mechanical design and product development
  • Experience with line management, including coaching and competence development
  • Ability to manage budgets, forecasting, and financial follow-ups
  • Expertise in resource and capacity planning for complex projects
  • Fluency in English and strong communication skills

Preferred

  • Experience working in a dynamic, international corporate environment
  • Familiarity with personal protective equipment (PPE) or safety-critical products
  • Background in driving continuous improvement for engineering tools and methods
  • Experience collaborating with external consultants and global stakeholders

Key Skills

Mechanical EngineeringPeople LeadershipStrategic PlanningProject CoordinationBudget ManagementTechnical CoachingStakeholder ManagementInnovation Management

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Perks

Benefits & perks

  • Opportunity to work with a globally recognized 300-year-old brand
  • Dynamic and international work environment
  • Focus on employee health and high-performing team culture
  • Professional growth and talent development programs
  • Influence over long-term technical strategies and product roadmaps

Next step

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