Job Description

We are looking for a Delivery Capability Project Manager to join our Weather Factory Delivery Capability team at Vaisala headquarters in Vantaa, Finland. Join us to shape how new products become manufacturable, and ready for high-quality production.

Vaisala is a global leader in measurement instruments and intelligence helping industries, nations, people, and the planet to thrive. From predicting hurricanes to optimizing renewable energy production, our technology is used where it matters the most – from data centers, windfarms and laboratories to airports, the Arctic and even the surface of Mars. For a second year running, Vaisala got recognized in TIME Magazine's World's Best Companies in Sustainable Growth 2026 study. Our team of close to 2,500 experts and 62 nationalities around the world is committed to taking every measure for the planet. Driven by our shared purpose, curiosity, and pioneering spirit, we stay ahead and make a difference. At Vaisala, you don't have to fit in to belong.

Why join us?

• Work where R&D meets production: Help turn new product concepts into manufacturable, production-ready solutions in collaboration with experts across R&D, manufacturing, test development and sourcing
• Make a hands-on impact at the factory: Work closely with production experts to improve manufacturability and shape how new products are built in practice
• Enjoy a varied project portfolio: Combine new product introductions with factory development initiatives in a high-mix, low-volume environment producing world-class measurement instruments
• Grow your project management expertise: Develop your skills by leading cross-functional projects and learning on the job, supported by training and professional development opportunities

What's your role?

You will be part of our Delivery Capability team of skilled professionals. Together with the team, you will help bring new products into production and ensure that manufacturability is considered from the early stages of product development. The role is closely connected to production, and you will mainly work on-site at the factory. You will report to Senior Manager, Delivery Capability.

• Lead delivery capability projects for new product introductions at Vaisala’s Weather Factory, representing Operations in R&D projects
• Lead joint Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) efforts to ensure that new products are designed for manufacturability
• Establish end-to-end readiness for new products, ensuring they can be manufactured and delivered to customers
• Inspire and engage cross-functional project teams, bringing together expertise from process engineering, test development, sourcing and other functions
• Securing the needed resources, competences, and production readiness
• Lead internal factory development projects, such as production line automation initiatives

What will you bring?

• Proven project management experience, with a certification such as IPMA-D or IPMA-C considered an advantage
• A good understanding of manufacturing operations and how production environments work
• Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA), including how design choices affect assembly, testing and production automation
• Strong leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to motivate experts, build commitment and guide cross-functional teams towards successful project outcomes
• Knowledge of LEAN & Product Inventory Cost
• Interest in smart factory technologies
• Ability to share and develop ideas in a team with a continuous improvement mindset
• Strong communication skills in English
• Curiosity and a growth mindset to explore, learn, and apply AI tools in your daily work. We expect everyone at Vaisala to actively discover how AI can enhance their work

For additional information please contact Senior Manager, Delivery Capability Lauri Intke, lauri.intke@vaisala.com. Please note that applications sent via email cannot be processed due to privacy reasons.

Ready to take every measure for the planet? Apply at the latest on November 24th, 2026 via the application form.