Manager R&D Hardware

Allgon AB; Göteborgs kommun, Björbo; On-site; SEK 1,100,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9 extra days off per calendar year

Wellness benefits 3,000 SEK annually

Job summary

Allgon AB is seeking an experienced R&D Manager to lead and develop our hardware and mechanical engineering team, driving innovation across products and processes. The role is based in Gothenburg or Björbo and reports to CTO, with ownership of planning, resource allocation and continuous improvement.

You will lead a skilled team of engineers, collaborate across disciplines, ensure design compliance, and foster a culture of quality and performance in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• At least 10 years of experience in electronics and hardware product development, preferably for embedded or industrial applications.
• Minimum 3 years of people management experience in an R&D environment, leading hardware, electronics and/or mechanical engineering teams.
• Strong understanding of hardware design processes and product development lifecycle.
• Proven ability to manage and optimize development tools, processes, and workflows in an agile R&D setting.
• Project management experience is a plus.
• Fluent in English and Swedish, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Manage, lead and develop the R&D Hardware team, fostering collaboration innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Plan and allocate team resources to support development projects, research initiatives, and ongoing product maintenance.
• Participate in and lead development projects, including estimation work, pre-studies and technology research.
• Manage unplanned and acute product maintenance in close collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Drive process improvements, competence development, and adoption of new tools.
• Participate in design reviews and ensure adherence to Allgon's standards and processes for quality assurance and compliance.

Skills

Hardware development

People management

Electrical engineering

English

Swedish

Education

BSc/MSc in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Who We Are

Allgon is looking for an experienced R&D Manager to lead and develop our hardware and mechanical engineering team and drive innovation within our organization.

Allgon is a leading manufacturer of wireless machinery control systems, delivering customized solutions to companies across the industrial sector. Our customers engage with us through our subsidiaries, Tele Radio, Åkerströms and Sistematica. We are passionate about developing industrial remote control solutions that enhance safety and efficiency worldwide.

Our R&D department values fast decision-making, open communication, and a flat organizational structure while offering strong resources and excellent development opportunities. We have a team of around 50 professionals working across multiple locations, including Gothenburg, Björbo, and Malaga.

About the Role

As Manager R&D Hardware, you will lead and develop a team of hardware and mechanical engineers located in Gothenburg and Björbo. This is a leadership position requiring both strategic oversight and hands‑on technical engagement, where you will support the team in problem‑solving, planning and quality‑focused development work. You will be responsible for team leadership, resource planning, competence development and continuous improvement, ensuring that the right processes, tools and capabilities are in place to support the development of Allgon’s products.

This position can be based in either Gothenburg or Björbo and reports directly to the Chief Technology & Product Officer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage, lead and develop the R&D Hardware team, fostering collaboration innovation, and continuous improvement.

• Plan and allocate team resources to support development projects, research initiatives, and ongoing product maintenance.

• Participate in and lead development projects, including estimation work, pre‑studies and technology research.

• Manage unplanned and acute product maintenance in close collaboration with relevant stakeholders.

• Drive process improvements, competence development, and adoption of new tools.

• Participate in design reviews and ensure adherence to Allgon's standards and processes for quality assurance and compliance.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a confident and collaborative leader with a strong technical foundation in hardware development. You enjoy developing people, building high‑performing teams and creating structure in a dynamic engineering environment. You are comfortable balancing strategic planning with hands‑on involvement, have strong communication skills and the ability to drive progress, quality and continuous improvement together with others.

Key qualifications include:

• BSc or MSc in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.

• At least 10 years of experience in electronics and hardware product development, preferably for embedded or industrial applications.

• Minimum 3 years of people management experience in an R&D environment, leading hardware, electronics and/or mechanical engineering teams.

• Strong understanding of hardware design processes and product development lifecycle.

• Proven ability to manage and optimize development tools, processes, and workflows in an agile R&D setting.

• Project management experience is a plus.

• Fluent in English and Swedish, both written and spoken.

What We Offer

• Work with cutting‑edge, high‑quality products in a dynamic environment.

• Opportunities for continuous professional growth and career development.

• A challenging and rewarding role within a growing organization.

• Collective agreement, including 9 extra days off per calendar year through reduced working hours.

• 3,000 SEK annually for wellness benefits.

About Allgon

Allgon is a Swedish company specializing in industrial radio control, with a strong track record in wireless technology innovation. Through our brands Tele Radio, Åkerströms and Sistematica, we have built a global presence, employing over 470 professionals and presence in 26 countries.

We offer an exciting work environment in a profitable and growing organization with a strong technical focus. Despite our global reach, we maintain the close‑knit atmosphere of a smaller company, where every employee has a voice and can influence the projects they work on.

At Allgon, sustainability is a key priority—ecologically, socially, and financially. We are committed to attracting passionate individuals who share our vision of a safer, more efficient world through advanced wireless technology.