Project leader Smart Factory Lab

<p>Scania is undergoing a transformation from being a leading supplier of trucks, buses, and engines to providing complete and sustainable transport solutions. Together with TRATON and our sister brands MAN, Volkswagen Truck &amp; Bus, and International, we are working to shape the future of mobility with innovative and environmentally conscious solutions. Our values – customer first, respect, team spirit, responsibility, and elimination of waste – are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are at the forefront of creating a sustainable future.</p> <h2>Role Summary </h2> <p><span><span><span><span>Lead the way in digital transformation at Scania’s Smart Factory Lab! We are an innovation-driven team focusing on automation and digitalization to enhance production and logistics globally. As a Project Leader, you will collaborate across teams to implement scalable digital solutions, provide strategic direction, and contribute to technology development. We are looking for a curious and solution-oriented team player with experience in IT, digitalization, or production engineering. Join us in shaping the future of industrial digitalization!</span></span></span></span></p> <h2>Job Responsibilities </h2> <p><span><span><span>As a <b>Project Leader, </b>you will bring together technology and operations, ensuring that projects deliver measurable impact. Your responsibilities include:</span></span></span></p> <ul> <li><span><span><span><b>Project Management –  </b>Facilitate and coordinate digitalization initiatives with a focus on scalability and industrial application.</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><b>Guidance &amp; Support – </b>Mentor and collaborate with team members to ensure knowledge-sharing and growth.</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><b>Innovation &amp; Exploration </b>– Identify and develop practical applications for emerging technologies.</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><b>Strategic Development –</b> Contribute to the long-term governance of digitalization projects</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><b>Business Impact &amp; Implementation</b> – Work with teams to ensure that our projects align with real business needs.</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><b>Smart Factory Lab Operations</b> – Drive experiments, learning, and testing in our Smart Factory Lab.</span></span></span></li> </ul> <h2>Who You Are </h2> <p><span><span><span>We are looking for a collaborative and forward-thinking leader who bridges technology and operations. You should have:</span></span></span></p> <ul> <li><span><span><span><b>Strong communication &amp; interpersonal skills</b> – Ability to engage, inspire, and align stakeholders at all levels.</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><b>Experience in project management</b> – 3-5 years in IT, digital transformation, production engineering, or innovation.</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><b>A team-focused mindset</b> – Comfortable working across disciplines and fostering collaboration.</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><b>Organizational &amp; problem-solving skills</b> – A structured and adaptable approach to managing projects.</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><b>A technical &amp; industrial background</b> – MSc in Production Engineering, Industrial Management, Business Development, or equivalent experience.</span></span></span></li> </ul> <p><span><span><span>Languages: English is required; additional languages, including Swedish, are a plus!</span></span></span></p> <h2>This Is Us </h2> <p><span><span><span>The Smart Factory Lab operates on a global scale, driving innovation in automation and digitalization to enhance People, Planet &amp; Profit while improving efficiency, safety, and quality in production and logistics. Our diverse team of 18 experts brings together skills in robotics, data &amp; AI, citizen development, and digital work instructions.</span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span>At the heart of our work is our 400 sqm test arena in Södertälje, where we collaborate, experiment, and evaluate new technologies before they are applied in production. We foster an inclusive, knowledge-sharing culture where ideas can thrive and shape the future of industrial digitalization.</span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span>Why Join Smart Factory Lab?</span></span></span></p> <ul> <li><span><span><span>Work in an inclusive and innovative team that values collaboration, learning, and diverse perspectives.</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Contribute to meaningful digital transformation in industrial settings.</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Access cutting-edge technologies in robotics, AI, and digital automation.</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Grow and develop in a supportive, knowledge-sharing environment.</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Collaborate across cross-functional teams at S