Job Description
Job Title:  Project Leader
Req ID:  48048
Job Location (Short):  Silkeborg, DNK
Employment Type:  Full Time
Segment:  Danfoss Climate Solutions Segment
Job Category:  Project Management
Work Location Type:  On-site

The Impact You'll Make

 

As our new Project Manager in R&D, you’ll guide a portfolio of market leading radiator thermostats and valves into the future. These products are trusted worldwide—but the world is changing, and we are looking for someone who can open new lines of thinking, optimize project execution and time to market, and drive change management in close collaboration with engineering, production, and other key functions.


Your role is about shaping how we work—bringing fresh approaches and cross-functional collaboration to ensure quality, reduce costs, and enhance sustainability. 


This is your opportunity to contribute to the transformation of project management in a department with deep expertise, strong teamwork, and a proven product base—helping shape how we deliver value in the next chapter of Danfoss’ journey.

What You’ll Be Doing

 

  • Be part of strategic projects across product changes, cost-down initiatives, controls and digital systems, and manufacturing improvements
  • Drive Agile ways of working —using iterative planning, retrospectives, continuous improvement practices, adapted to a stage-gate project model
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams to align engineering, production, procurement, and quality on shared goals
  • Engage suppliers and partners to secure input, resolve issues, and ensure timely delivery of components, equipment, and testing
  • Track progress, resources, and budgets — adjusting plans to maintain momentum and deliver upon the business case, also post-launch

What We're Looking For

 

  • Proven experience managing complex projects within defined constraints, using project management tools and Agile methodologies
  • A team player who motivates others, builds strong relationships, and supports a positive environment
  • Skilled at identifying and prioritizing high value tasks and deliverable
  • Excellent communication skills in Danish and English, both written and spoken, with strong stakeholder management abilities
  • Background in mechanical engineering, product development, or manufacturing equipment and process design

What You'll Get from Us

 

 

We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us
We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected and valued for who they are.
You’ll receive benefits like annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about -we think they’re great.

 

Join our experienced, collaborative, and market-leading team - built on trust and ready to tackle challenges together. We maintain and develop a broad portfolio of mechanical and electronic thermostatic solutions that help reduce carbon emissions for our customers.

Ready to Make a Difference?

 

If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

 
For information about the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Partner, Gerd Veierskov, +45 3057 1882
 #LI-GV2 #LI-Onsite

 


 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

Information at a Glance

 

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.

 

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.360 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.