Björn Lönnqvist
About Björn Lönnqvist
Björn Lönnqvist serves as the Process Utilities Manager at Northvolt, where he has worked since 2020. He plays a key role in developing the blueprint for next-generation battery manufacturing and is responsible for designing the process utilities for Northvolt's gigafactory in Skellefteå.
Work at Northvolt
Björn Lönnqvist serves as the Process Utilities Manager at Northvolt, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for designing the process utilities for Northvolt's gigafactory located in Skellefteå. His work includes the development of systems for steam, wastewater treatment, air, and gases. Lönnqvist has played a key role in creating the blueprint for next-generation battery manufacturing at Northvolt, contributing to the company's mission of sustainable battery production.
Previous Experience at Sobi
Before joining Northvolt, Björn Lönnqvist worked at Sobi - Swedish Orphan Biovitrum AB (publ) for a total of 16 years. He served as the Director of Clean Utilities & Automation in Internal Manufacturing from 2016 to 2020. Prior to this role, he was a Process Engineer at Sobi from 2004 to 2016. His extensive experience at Sobi focused on clean utilities and automation processes within the biopharmaceutical industry.
Early Career at Octapharma
Björn Lönnqvist began his career as a Validation Engineer at Octapharma, where he worked from 2002 to 2004. This role provided him with foundational experience in validation processes within the pharmaceutical sector, contributing to his later roles in process engineering and utilities management.
Education and Expertise
Björn Lönnqvist studied at Uppsala universitet, where he earned a degree in Molekylär Bioteknik, achieving the title of Civilingenjör. His education laid the groundwork for his expertise in process engineering and utilities management, which he has applied throughout his career in various industries.