R&D Manager, Product R&D Accessories Husqvarna Group

Lead innovation that protects people and empowers professionals worldwide

Some products are simply used. Others are trusted – every day, in tough environments, in work that demands precision, safety, and endurance. At Husqvarna, we work with the latter.

Within Product R&D Accessories, we develop products that truly make a difference. When a forestry worker fells a tree, when a professional landscaper works close to noisy machines, or when ergonomically designed carrying equipment is used – our accessories contribute to safety, efficiency, and better working conditions. The Product R&D Accessories team develops personal protective equipment, communication solutions, forestry accessories, carrying systems, and more. These are products that don’t just need to function – they protect lives, create confidence, and improve workdays around the world.

Role Description

As leader of the team, you play a key role in translating Husqvarna’s 300‑year engineering heritage into modern, user‑centric innovation. You lead a team of skilled engineers passionate about mechanical design and product development, and you actively influence how future accessories are designed, experienced, and used.

The role combines technical leadership, people development, and strategic responsibility in a product area where quality, safety, and usability are critical. Your responsibilities include:

Line management responsibility for a team of five employees, with consultants added as needed

Coaching, competence development, and continuous follow‑up to build a high‑performing and healthy team

Attracting, developing, and retaining talent

Budget responsibility for the line, including planning, forecasting, and follow‑up

Resource and capacity planning to ensure efficient project delivery

Prioritization and coordination of the team’s work in close collaboration with product owners, project managers, and internal and external stakeholders

Ensuring strong engineering practices and technical excellence within m