Project Manager
Coherent Corp.Sweden19 hours ago
Full-timeProject Management, Information Technology
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Job Description
Step into one of Sweden’s most unique high-tech environments. At Coherent, we are not only driving the global forefront of laser and photonics innovation — we are also home to our own advanced wafer fabrication facility right here in Stockholm. This rare combination of cutting-edge R&D and in-house wafer production enables us to design, develop, and manufacture next-generation photonics products under one roof.
As a leader in our New Product Introduction (NPI) projects, you will be at the heart of this work - guiding cross-functional teams and shaping products that set new standards in performance, quality, and manufacturability. Join us and play a key role in advancing technologies that are redefining industries worldwide.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent:
Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust
Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work
We offer
About Us
Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!
Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.
Step into one of Sweden’s most unique high-tech environments. At Coherent, we are not only driving the global forefront of laser and photonics innovation — we are also home to our own advanced wafer fabrication facility right here in Stockholm. This rare combination of cutting-edge R&D and in-house wafer production enables us to design, develop, and manufacture next-generation photonics products under one roof.
As a leader in our New Product Introduction (NPI) projects, you will be at the heart of this work - guiding cross-functional teams and shaping products that set new standards in performance, quality, and manufacturability. Join us and play a key role in advancing technologies that are redefining industries worldwide.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) projects within R&D, ensuring low product cost, competitive performance, manufacturability, quality, and short development cycles.
- Manage and drive products through the full NPI process, from concept to handover to Operations.
- Act as leader of the core project team, coordinating cross-functional experts in design, test development, product engineering, assembly & test, and manufacturing engineering.
- Plan, track, and deliver project budgets, schedules, and cost targets, ensuring alignment with business goals.
- Ensure completion of Phase Exit Gates and associated deliverables according to the established NPI framework.
- Request and coordinate required resources from functional managers.
- Secure sample deliveries, prepare pilot production capability, and ensure readiness for manufacturing/test capacity.
- Deliver qualified products meeting NPI deliverables to the Operations team.
- Continuously communicate project status, risks, and deviations, and escalate gaps to plan when needed.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science is required.
- Master’s degree is considered a merit.
- Prior experience in program or project management within product development or high-tech environments is advantageous.
- Experience working in cross-functional R&D or NPI environments is beneficial.
- Strong initiative and practical leadership skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work effectively with Tech Leads, Design, Test Development, Product Engineering, Assembly & Test, Manufacturing Engineering, and Line Managers.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with a structured way of working.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive progress in complex, technical environments.
- Proficiency in English and Swedish, both written and spoken, is required.
Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent:
Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust
Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work
We offer
- A dynamic and high-tech R&D environment where you will actively contribute to the development of next-generation photonics products and coordinate closely with Operations.
- A supportive, professional, and international work culture with strong collaboration across functions.
- An innovation-driven company at the forefront of advanced materials and photonics technology.
- Access to wellness benefits, including subsidized massage and health-promoting activities.
- Competitive employment terms and the possibility of quarterly or annual bonus programs.
About Us
Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!
Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.
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