Prototype Coordinator

The Prototype Department at Thule Group are looking for another organized and technically interested coordinator who will be the prototype representative in advanced development projects.

Our product catalogue is expanding and the complexity of our products as well, which means that there are higher demands on communication between the projects and the Prototype Department. 

Prototypes have always been an important part of Product Development Process at Thule Group. These are used for evaluation of concepts, verification and validation. At Thule Group, ideas quickly become reality, we work closely with the Design Department and get an early insight in the projects. We develop complex prototypes in metal, plastic and textile materials. Our workshop is directly adjacent to R&D. This makes the practical work a natural part of everyday work while sitting in meetings with Project Managers and Designers in second.  

In the role as Prototype Coordinator, you are expected to: 

- Be responsible of all prototyping within your product categories. 
- Plan the prototype development within your projects. 
- Plan the resources needed within your dedicated projects. 
- Manufacture components and complete prototypes together with the Prototype Technician. 
- Support development projects with all requested prototype tasks. 
- Purchase and have the ownership of all components in your projects. 

You who apply:  
You who apply have a technical education with a genuine interest in technology and product development combined with an ability to coordinate and lead projects. 

In order to be successful in the role, you should have a background with administrative and/or coordinating tasks in your previous employments. If you have previous experience from relevant working in a workshop together with knowledge of CAD/CAM, 3D-Printing and general manufacturing methods, it is seen as meritorious. 

To fit into our organization, you should be a proactive and practical person who thrives in an environment characterized by quick decisions and teamwork. You are a person who constantly strives for improvements and thrives in a central- and coordinating role with great opportunities to influence. Furthermore, you are service-oriented, structured and communicative while handling English in both speech and writing.

We believe in strong team work both within your own team but also across teams. We strive to be an open and curious organization, sharing our knowledge and inspiring one another. Within Thule Group you will find people who have a passion for the products we make and the outdoor company we are. We share the same values and we like to have fun. All of our employees have a joint responsibility to maintain that spirit and contribute to it.

You will report to our Manager Project Prototyping, Albin Jansson, who is able to answer questions about this position. If you believe you would enjoy working in such an environment and feel that the professional tasks will be challenging, please submit your application as soon as possible, but no later than February 20th, 2022.

About Thule Group
Thule Group is a global world leading company of products for sports and outdoor activities. We make it easy for people to bring the things they care for, easily, securely and in style, when living an active life. Under the motto Active Life, Simplified. we design, manufacture and sell products within the four product categories Sport&Cargo Carriers (roof racks, roof boxes and carriers for transporting cycling, water and winter sports equipment, as well as roof top tents for mounting on cars), Active with Kids (bike trailers, strollers and child bike seats), RV Products (awnings, bike racks and tents for motorhomes and caravans) and Packs, Bags & Luggage (everyday backpacks, hiking bike packs travel luggage and camera bags).
Thule Group has about 2,600 employees at 9 production facilities and 35 sales offices worldwide. The Group’s products are sold in 140 markets and in 2020, sales amounted to SEK 7.8 billion.
www.thulegroup.com