Senior Manager Bus Chassis Development

Scania is undergoing a transformation from being a leading supplier of trucks, buses, and engines to providing complete and sustainable transport solutions. Together with TRATON and our sister brands MAN, Volkswagen Truck & Bus, and International, we are working to shape the future of mobility with innovative and environmentally conscious solutions.

Our values – customer first, respect, team spirit, responsibility, and elimination of waste – are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are at the forefront of creating a sustainable future.

Role Summary

As Senior Manager, Bus Chassis Development, you will lead the development of safe, robust, and efficient chassis solutions that deliver outstanding vehicle performance throughout the product lifecycle. As a member of the Bus Platform Development Management Team, you will be responsible for the Chassis Development section, leading teams within design, simulation, and testing. You will drive the long-term technology roadmap, strengthen platform competitiveness, and ensure the Chassis domain evolves in line with Scania's People Transport Solutions strategy and the broader TRATON organization.

Job Responsibilities

• Define and execute the long-term technology roadmap for the Chassis domain, ensuring alignment with business strategy and TRATON roadmaps.
• Lead the development and delivery of competitive chassis solutions that improve performance, durability, modularity, and customer value.
• Drive engineering excellence by improving quality, efficiency, delivery performance, and cost competitiveness.
• Build and develop a high-performing organization through capability development, workforce planning, and a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Foster collaboration and platform synergies across Scania, TRATON, and external partners to secure successful end-to-end development and delivery.

Who You Are

You are an experienced leader who thrives in a complex technical environment and enjoys building strong teams and organizations.

• Extensive leadership experience, including leading managers and working as part of a senior management team.
• Strong ability to develop high-performing teams, build relationships, and collaborate across functions and organizations.
• Strategic mindset combined with a structured and hands-on approach to delivering business results.
• Proven ability to analyze complex challenges and drive continuous improvement.
• University degree in Engineering or a related technical field, with fluent English communication skills.

This Is Us

We are the management team responsible for the complete Bus Platform Development at Scania. Together, we drive the future development of Scania's bus platform and work closely across disciplines to secure innovative, sustainable, and competitive transport solutions. In this role, you will have a significant opportunity to influence both the future technical direction of our chassis platform and the continued development of our organization, capabilities, and ways of working.

Scania Offers

We offer a dynamic and engaging workplace where collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement are part of everyday life. You will be part of a strong team environment that encourages knowledge sharing and close cooperation across functions.

With a structured development plan and a wide range of training opportunities, Scania supports your professional growth both locally and internationally.

Benefits include access to our health center in Gröndal or a wellness allowance, result bonus, flexible working hours, and company car leasing. Scania also arranges events for employees and their families, and for those living in Stockholm, convenient commuting is supported through direct Scania Job express buses 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.

Apply as soon as possible, no later than 2026-10-27. 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:

Jonas Säfström, Head of Platform Development, jonas.safstrom@scania.com.

We look forward to your application!