Company description

AFRY offers services in engineering, design, digitalization and consulting. We are dedicated experts in industry, energy and infrastructure, creating value for future generations. AFRY has a global reach with deep roots in the Nordics. Together, we are accelerating the transition to a more sustainable society.  

Job description

AFRY is investing heavily in upcoming railway projects in the Nordic region and we are equipped for investments in both maintenance and new construction. Our railway organization is today national with offices from Malmö to Luleå and through close cooperation between different technical areas, we together form a strong whole. In Sweden we currently have about 120 employees.

As technical manager railway land you have a key role in shaping the railway infrastructure of the future. You lead and drive the technical work in the technical area of land - from early investigations to finished construction documents. In this role, you combine technical expertise with a holistic approach and the ability to collaborate across disciplines.

You will:

• Be technical lead for the ground engineering area on some of our rail projects - planning, coordinating and quality assuring deliveries
• Contribute to the development of working methods, templates and tools in the engineering area to improve efficiency and quality
• Be a support for project managers and project leaders in technical matters and contribute to a safe and efficient delivery
• Review documents and ensure that solutions meet requirements, standards and customer expectations
• Participate in tender work and contribute with your experience in how we best organize assignments
• Be an ambassador for good technology and smart solutions - both in the projects and internally in our networks
• Be a support for junior colleagues in their development in the field of technology

With us, you get the space to influence how we work, share your knowledge and grow in an environment where technology, sustainability and digital development go hand in hand.

You will be based in one of our offices in Gothenburg, Helsingborg or Malmö.

Qualifications

We are looking for you who have:

• Some years of experience in the role of Technical Manager in railway land
• Good understanding of soil and foundation issues in a railway environment and experience of the Swedish Transport Administration's regulations and requirements
• Experience of working in an international environment
• Experience of leading technical work, coordinate with other disciplines and quality assure deliveries
• Experience in railway design and good understanding of the whole design process, preferably in Bentley software
• Engineering degree or equivalent experience in relevant field

Additional information

We offer a workplace and a team that can best be described as professional, business-like and having fun together!

AFRY is ranked as one of Sweden's most popular employers. We know that employees who feel good, both physically and mentally, are the most important success factor. That's why we focus on a safe work environment and work-life balance. We want you to have a workday that works - to be able to drop off, pick up, train, shop or just sleep a little longer in the morning.

Through Club AFRY, we promote our culture of passion and teamwork. We offer fun leisure activities together with our great colleagues!Our work on diversity is ongoing. A mix of personalities and backgrounds makes us even stronger, more creative and successful in the market.

Recruitment work is ongoing, which means that the position may be filled before the deadline for applications, which is 11/1 2026.

Contact person for questions and recruiting manager:

Terje Johnsson
070 777 38 97
terje.johnsson@afry.com

We refrain from direct contact with staffing and recruitment companies and sellers of additional job ads.

At AFRY, we drive change in everything we do. We believe that change happens when bold ideas come together, when we collaborate, innovate and embrace creative solutions, that's how we create the future. We are constantly looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive teams around the world. Join us and accelerate the green transition