PRODUCTION ENGINEER
Would you like to work in an international environment where you’ll make a difference every day? At Permobil, we’re looking for game-changers to join us as we innovate for individuals and develop the world’s most advanced assistive solutions.
At Permobil, the people who use our products come first. Our purpose is to create advanced assistive solutions that make the lives of adults and children living with disabilities more enriching. Our people are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology to deliver innovations that improve lives. We are a sustainable and responsible business committed to continuous improvement, and our customers can trust us to provide market-leading solutions driven by insights-based clinical data.
Position Overview
The Production Engineer is responsible for optimizing, maintaining, and developing production operations in line with our Lean principles and strategic objectives. The role drives continuous improvement initiatives, supports daily operational management, and ensures efficient, high-quality, and safe production processes.
You will act as project lead for new product introductions and ensure successful industrialization, process balance, and implementation in production. You will collaborate closely with production leaders and teams to strengthen capabilities, improve workflows, and create the right conditions to achieve operational targets.
This is a temporary position based in Sundsvall, with an expected duration of approximately nine months.
Key Responsibilities:
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Optimize and develop production in line with strategic goals and Lean principles,
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Lead continuous improvement initiatives across production and support functions,
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Drive improvement projects internally and with external partners,
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Act as project lead for new product introductions and industrialization,
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Prepare, balance, and implement new products into production,
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Support production leaders and develop assembly team capabilities,
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Lead daily management and visual planning within the team,
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Develop and maintain production documentation, processes, and instructions,
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Ensure quality, safety, and environmental compliance; manage deviations and risks,
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Contribute actively to cross-functional teams (PCI),
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Monitor industry developments and implement best practices.
Qualifications & Skills:
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Technical degree from university, college, or equivalent,
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Proficient in MS Office and ERP systems,
- Experience leading and driving continuous improvement initiatives,
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Knowledge of production preparation, production engineering, and industrialization processes,
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Practical workshop and hands-on production knowledge,
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Experience with single-piece production,
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Strong Swedish and English communication skills, both written and spoken.
Who are you?
You are a proactive Production Engineer who thrives in a Lean environment. You enjoy optimizing processes, leading improvements, and industrializing new products. With hands-on production and workshop experience, you support teams to achieve their goals while staying up to date with the latest production technologies.
Why is Permobil the next step for you?
You’ll make a difference. Every day.
Everything we do leads to understanding and improving the lives of our users. Through our evidence-based innovation, we make a difference to people’s lives.
You’ll make your mark as part of our future.
We collaborate with colleagues across borders to Innovate for Individuals. The impact you make personally could lead change around the world.
You’ll feel welcome from day one.
We’re known for being great colleagues, who are collaborative, fun and at the cutting-edge. Everyone at Permobil cares as much as you do about making a positive difference.
Application Process
We will conduct selection continuously so send us your application today or before July 10th at the latest! Permobil is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
For more information about the position, please contact Jenniefer Bylin, Manager Engineering EMEA Power Operations, [email protected]. For information about the recruitment process, please contact Ulrika Lanzén, BP People & Culture, [email protected].
Contact IF Metall representative, Johan Engström Lockner, [email protected].
Please respect that we do not wish recruitment assistance or advertising, we decline calls from recruitment and advertising providers.
More about Permobil
Permobil founder Dr. Per Uddén believed that helping people achieve the greatest level of independence is a basic human right and, for over 50 years, Permobil has held fast to that belief. Permobil is a global leader in advanced rehabilitation technology, passionate about better understanding our users’ needs and improving their quality of life through state-of-the-art healthcare solutions. Today, those solutions include power wheelchairs, seating and positioning products, power assist, and manual wheelchairs.
Permobil is part of Patricia Industries, a subsidiary of Investor AB, and is headquartered in Sweden. Permobil has 2 000 team members in 18 countries around the world. For more information regarding the company’s storied history and complete product line, visit permobil.com.
