IT/OT Specialist
About the role
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As an IT/OT Specialist, you will play a key role in establishing and supporting the digital foundation of our new manufacturing facility in Trollhättan. Working closely with production, engineering, maintenance, automation, and external suppliers, you will help connect and integrate production equipment into the factory network and ensure reliable day-to-day operation of OT and industrial IT systems.
Your work will range from onboarding new production assets and troubleshooting connectivity issues to supporting Smart Factory initiatives and ensuring compliance with cybersecurity and infrastructure standards. You will be a critical contributor to building a modern, connected, and efficient manufacturing environment from the ground up.
How you'll make an impact- Support the deployment and operation of IT and OT infrastructure within the factory environment.
- Connect, configure, and maintain production equipment, industrial PCs, scanners, printers, HMIs, cameras, and other manufacturing technologies.
- Manage and maintain OT devices and assets throughout their lifecycle.
- Support Smart Factory projects, enabling digital transformation through connectivity and industrial technology solutions.
- Assist in commissioning new production lines and equipment during factory expansion activities.
- Maintain accurate documentation of factory systems, assets, network connectivity, and operational procedures.
- Partner with engineering, automation, maintenance, and global IT teams to deploy and integrate new production equipment and systems.
- Support cybersecurity and compliance requirements, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance manufacturing efficiency, reliability, and scalability.
- Provide local IT and OT support to the factory organization, ensuring stable operations, rapid problem resolution, and continuous improvement of manufacturing systems
- Technical education in Information Technology, Automation, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience supporting and developing IT/OT environments within manufacturing or industrial operations.
- Working knowledge of networking technologies, including TCP/IP, switching, and wireless communications, as well as Windows-based systems and hardware
- Knowledge of industrial automation systems, PLCs, HMIs, and industrial communication protocols.
- Understanding of OT cybersecurity, asset management, and the integration of digital production technologies.
- Experience working with production equipment suppliers and factory projects.
- Knowledge of manufacturing systems and digital production technologies.
- A proactive, solution-oriented mindset combined with excellent communication skills in English, Swedish is considered an advantage in the role.
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Source: OECD Average annual wages, 2025
UN living-cost index for Sweden (ICSC post adjustment 37.6), as of 1 Oct 2026.
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- Work permit: Job offer with terms equal to Swedish collective agreements; new salary threshold
- EU Blue Card: Degree and salary threshold
- Job seeker permit for highly qualified: Advanced degree, up to 9 months
Official routes: Swedish Migration Agency
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