Company Description

AFRY offers services in engineering, design, digitalization, and consulting. We are dedicated experts in industry, energy, and infrastructure, and we create value for future generations. AFRY has Nordic roots with a global reach. Our shared principles— Results -driven, Client -centric, Empowering, and Accountable—guide us in how we work, develop, and succeed together. Join us in accelerating the transition to a sustainable society.

Job Description

The team currently consists of about ten consultants who work with processes and technology in water and wastewater treatment plants, as well as with sustainability-related issues, REACH, and environmental permitting matters. The group’s clients are in the process industry, largely in the Swedish forestry sector but also in many other industries such as mining and metals, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals. The consultants primarily work on technical assessments and problem-solving related to existing facilities, REACH consortium work, and permitting matters, as well as on concept and feasibility studies regarding capacity expansions or new construction projects; These feasibility studies often lead to larger engagements in the form of follow-up studies and even implementation projects in collaboration with other process engineering colleagues and colleagues from other disciplines.

Together with colleagues worldwide at AFRY, we are among the industry leaders. According to the internationally recognized ENR ranking of consulting firms, for example, AFRY is number one globally in the pulp and paper industry. This means that with us, you’ll get to work on the most interesting projects and with the most competent consultants.  

The section collaborates closely with the global AFRY network, as well as with the approximately 150 other process engineers in Sweden and with other engineering disciplines. AFRY generally handles everything from idea and concept studies to implementation projects and commissioning.

Your role will be to continue strengthening and developing the team through employee development and recruitment. Furthermore, you’ll be expected to generate new business within your area of expertise and maintain frequent and extensive client contact. Collaboration with others in the process engineering discipline—both locally and globally—as well as with other engineering disciplines is crucial.   

The role includes, among other things:

• Coaching and leading the consultants on the team and ensuring that our employees are happy and continue to grow with us
• Maintaining close dialogue with new and existing clients to ensure we support them in the best possible way, both by following up on ongoing assignments and by securing new ones
• Being responsible for the recruitment and development of the team with the help of our recruiter, business developer, and, of course, in collaboration with your fellow managers and your manager.
• Be responsible for your team’s workload—including by taking on appropriate assignments yourself—and drive toward established goals
• Be responsible for the team’s projects as a project manager or project sponsor

The role is highly dynamic, and you’ll work with numerous contacts both externally and internally. You’ll be given a great deal of freedom in your role and will have the opportunity to test your own methods for achieving success—of course, with support from your immediate manager.

The team consists of wonderful, highly skilled colleagues whom you’re sure to enjoy working with! Team members are based in offices in Gothenburg, Karlstad, Linköping, Stockholm, Borlänge, Falun, and Härnösand. You can choose to be based in Gothenburg, Stockholm, or at one of our other major offices.

Qualifications

We’re looking for someone who:

• Holds a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, or has equivalent relevant knowledge.
• Have at least 5 years of professional experience in a relevant field.
• Communicate fluently in Swedish and English, both verbally and in writing.
• Be interested in leadership. Previous leadership experience is a plus.
• Relevant background or knowledge in the process industry.
• We consider previous experience in the consulting industry and buying/selling consulting services to be a plus.

Additional information

We look forward to receiving your application; the application deadline is October 1, 2026 Contact person for questions: Ulf Strenger, Market Area Manager ulf.strenger@afry.com

For all recruitments at AFRY, an ID check, reference checks, and verification of education are always conducted as a standard procedure.

We kindly ask that staffing and recruitment agencies, as well as sellers of additional job advertisements, refrain from contacting us directly.

At AFRY, we drive change in everything we do. We believe that change happens when bold ideas come together, when we collaborate, drive innovation, and embrace creative solutions—that’s how we shape the future. We are constantly seeking qualified candidates who want to join our inclusive teams around the world. Become part of our team and accelerate the green transition