Manager Projects and ETO Screening Solutions EMEA at Sandvik

• We are looking for a strategic and results-driven leader to head our engineering function for the SK and SM Range, overseeing ETO project execution and cross-regional collaboration, while driving engineering excellence, standardization, and capability growth to support our Screening Solutions business across EMEA. The role will be reporting to the Director Sales Development Screening Solutions EMEA.
• Work location is flexible across Screening Solutions entities in EMEA (South Africa, Finland, Sweden, Germany)

Purpose of the role:

• Leads the engineering function responsible for the SK and SM Range and indirectly S-Range SCR, including ETO execution through Project Mangers, and cross‑regional technology transfer. The role ensures high‑quality engineering deliveries, builds technical competence, and expands the engineering scope to meet business growth targets.
• The position plays a critical role in driving standardization, operational excellence, and engineering efficiency while ensuring customer‑specific solutions are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
• ETO & Projects Manager will be part of the Sales Development EMEA Management team and will play a critical role to set future direction for the Screening Solutions region overall and especially to build up engineering capabilities on ETO basis

The job responsibilities:

Engineer‑to‑Order (ETO) Leadership

• Lead the ETO engineering team for SK and SM screens and indirectly oversee SCR requests for S-Range within Screening Solutions region, ensuring accurate design, timely delivery, and compliance with internal and external standards.
• Provide leadership, workload management for the Project Managers. Ensure seamless interaction between involved entities and functions which are part of the project team.
• Ensure consistent project governance aligned with Sandvik Project Office guidelines
• Oversee customer‑specific mechanical design, structural calculations, BOM generation, and drawing release.
• Ensure ETO processes follow Sandvik design guidelines, engineering governance, and quality standards.
• Drive reduction of ETO cycle times through streamlined workflows and standardization.

Technology Transfer & Cross‑Regional Engineering Alignment

• Act as the primary owner of engineering knowledge transfer between global Sandvik engineering hubs.
• Ensure consistent engineering methodology, standards, and design rules across all teams working on S, SK and SM screens & feeders
• Lead onboarding of new engineering centers to the product line, including documentation, training, and capability assessments.
• Support harmonization of CAD/PLM processes and digital engineering tools.

Competence Development & Scope Expansion

• Develop a comprehensive competence‑building roadmap for the engineering and project management team, focusing on mechanical design, screening technology, and product knowledge.
• Expand engineering scope towards support of turn-key projects for screening solutions. Screening Stations, steel structure for replacement screens
• On combined Screening and Crushing projects work closely together with Crushing ETO & Projects Manager

Product Engineering & Continuous Improvement

• Collaborate with R&D and Product Line organizations to ensure continuous product improvements

Operational & People Leadership

• Manage team performance, workload planning, resource allocation, and skills development.
• Foster a culture of safety, high performance, ownership, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure proper use of engineering tools and adherence to Sandvik processes and governance.
• Provide clear communication, coaching, and leadership to ensure stable and scalable engineering operations.

EHS Responsibilities:

• Develop ones & teams EHS activities and actions associated with the annual commitment and sales area EHS plan
• Follow EHS policies / procedures / training
• Participate in EHS programs or activities

Competences: 

Technical

• Strong mechanical engineering foundation; experience with vibrating equipment or heavy machinery preferred.
• Knowledge of ETO processes, project management methodologies, and industrial manufacturing.
• Understanding of DFM, structural calculations, FEA, fatigue, and reliability engineering.

Managerial

• Leadership of engineering and project management teams.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to balance short‑term execution with long‑term capability growth.

Commercial

• Understanding of project financials, contract terms, and margin drivers.
• Ability to support quotation and tender evaluations.

Profile Required:

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Professional degree at the level of industrial engineering, Mechanical/Metallurgical Engineering, Engineer in mines, maintenance or similar
• 10+ years in engineering, project execution, or capital equipment delivery
• 5+ years in engineering or project management leadership.
• 10+ years in a related engineering role
• English (fluent). Additional languages beneficial depending on region
• Ability to travel internationally
• Valid driver's license