Assignment Manager

TRATON is a group of strong brands with a shared mission: transforming transportation together to create the future of sustainable transport solutions. Within TRATON, we include MAN, Scania, Volkswagen Truck & Bus, and International. As part of a global team of industry experts, you get to think bigger, experience more, and reach further. Together, we have the power to transform transportation - Let´s make a difference together. Find out more: www.traton.com

Our values – customer first, respect, team spirit, responsibility, and elimination of waste – are at the heart of everything we do.

Role Summary

As an Assignment Manager within Engine Development – Product Quality, you will lead cross-functional product quality projects focusing on engines currently in operation at customer sites worldwide. The role combines technical problem-solving with leadership and coordination in a global context.

You will be part of a highly experienced team driving quality improvement initiatives from root cause analysis through solution development and implementation. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain deep insight into TRATON’s product development processes, engine technology, and collaboration across brands such as Scania, MAN, and Navistar.

This role is a part of TRATON Group R&D, located in Södertälje, Sweden.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional quality improvement projects (FQ) from problem definition to implementation in production
• Drive root cause analysis and develop sustainable technical solutions in collaboration with R&D, production, purchasing, suppliers, and aftermarket
• Balance solution effectiveness, cost, and time-to-implementation when driving decisions
• Build and maintain a strong stakeholder network across TRATON brands and global engine plants
• Actively contribute to system groups by monitoring quality performance and recommending new quality initiatives

Who You Are

You are a structured, analytical, and solution-oriented individual who enjoys engaging others and leading teams toward shared goals. You have an engineering degree or equivalent and several years of professional experience, preferably in a technical or project-oriented environment. While deep technical expertise in all areas is not required from day one, you are curious and motivated to continuously build your understanding of engine technologies. You communicate confidently in English, both spoken and written, and are comfortable working in an international setting.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds – your unique experience and perspectives is valuable to us.

This Is Us

Within TRATON Group R&D, you are an important part of something bigger. Our Product Quality team consists of experienced professionals with diverse backgrounds, united by a strong commitment to customer-focused quality improvement. You will be supported by knowledgeable colleagues and benefit from a collaborative culture where learning, engagement, and job satisfaction are seen as key success factors.

Within TRATON Group R&D, you are an important part of something bigger. Joining us means gaining access to the ins and outs of the entire transportation industry.

TRATON Offers

We offer a dynamic, flexible workplace with hybrid work options, including Scania Sergel and Midway hubs. With a structured development plan and courses, TRATON Group R&D supports your career growth both locally and internationally.

Benefits include wellness allowance, bonus, flexible hours, and company car leasing. We also host events for employees and their families, and Stockholm residents enjoy direct access to Södertälje via Scania Job express buses for an easy commute to Södertälje.

Application

We look forward to receiving your application, consisting of your CV and kindly ask you not to share a cover letter to ensure an efficient and unbiased recruitment process for all parties. In your application, state which VCT you are interested in. We welcome all applicants and strive for diversity in our recruitment processes.

Note: Internal applicants from TRATON Group R&D are prioritized for this position. Candidates from the broader TRATON Group (including brands) are welcome to apply and may be reviewed based on business needs.

Apply as soon as possible, no later than 2026-09-04. Screening will take place on an ongoing basis during the application period. Logical and personality tests may be used as part of the selection process, and a background check may be required for this role.

If you have questions or would like more information, please contact:

Magnus Holmsten, Unit Head TGRPCPF– magnus.holmsten@scania.com

We look forward to your application!

This recruitment process is handled by Scania for TRATON Group R&D