During spring, we introduced some of our section managers in Örebro, Västerås, Karlstad and Borlänge within our Business Unit, Connected Products North. Now, as we return from summer vacations, it’s time to get to know our Business Unit Manager, Fredrik Kihlborg.
Fredrik earned a PhD in Organic Electronics from Linköping University. With 20 years of experience in R&D, both in Sweden and internationally, he has worked with development of non-volatile memories, OLED displays as well as smart camera filters. After a stint at Hitachi Energy, Fredrik joined AFRY three years ago as Section Manager for Borlänge Product Development. In early 2024, he became Business Unit Manager.
💼Fredrik, can you tell me about the business unit you manage?
We have around 75 consultants in COP North. Our team specializes in embedded software engineering, mechanical design, project management, and production development. We have a diverse mix of expertise across various industrial sectors and support a range of companies, from small enterprises to large corporations, primarily in energy, defense, and manufacturing.
🔮What’s next for the business unit?
We plan to grow alongside the market. With growth in the defense and energy sectors, and the upcoming Agency Work Act, we anticipate new business opportunities. We'll also focus on employee development to remain a top employer.
📸Best memory with your team?
I've enjoyed many great moments, from casual coffee breaks to team-building activities like knife forging and Dala horse painting.
📚Favorite activity outside of work?
My two sons keep me busy. I love cooking, reading (recently “My Life as an Experiment” by A.J. Jacobs), jazz, hiking, and I’ve recently started kayaking.
👀What skills and expertise are you looking to add to your team?
We are always looking for experienced and talented professionals. Each person is unique, and our customers’ needs vary, so we usually don’t have a rigid role description when recruiting. Instead, we try to understand each individual’s strengths and how those strengths could fit with our existing or potential customers. Curiosity, adaptability, and a love for collaboration are key traits we value in consultants. If you also have a passion for technology, a deep understanding of your technical field, and a knack for identifying commercial opportunities, don’t hesitate to get in touch with me or any of the section managers in the BU.
Want to be a part of Fredriks Business Unit in Borlänge, Karlstad, Västerås or Örebro?`Keep an eye out for upcoming job opportunities. At the end of the week, we will post several new job listings 💫