Björn Thorblad
About Björn Thorblad
Björn Thorblad is a Site Manager at Saab, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in mechanical engineering and has held various positions at Saab and other companies over the years.
Work at Saab
Björn Thorblad has held multiple positions at Saab, contributing to the company's engineering and management teams. He began his career at Saab as a Mechanical Engineer from 2006 to 2010. After a brief period, he returned to Saab as a Senior Mechanical Engineer, serving from 2007 to 2013. Following this role, he transitioned to Chief Manufacturing Engineer, where he worked from 2013 to 2016. Currently, he serves as a Liaison Officer and Department Site Manager since 2017, and as a Site Manager since 2018, totaling six years in this capacity.
Education and Expertise
Björn Thorblad's educational background includes studies at Brinellgymnasiet, where he focused on Teknikvetenskap, achieving Gymnasieexamen from 1990 to 1993. He also studied at Berzeliusskolan, specializing in Produktionsteknik, and earned the title of Gymnasieingenjör from 1994 to 1995. His technical expertise is reflected in his various roles as a Mechanical Engineer across different companies, including Saab and Autoliv Electronics.
Background
Before joining Saab, Björn Thorblad gained experience as a Mechanical Engineer at Autoliv Electronics in 2005 for 11 months and at Elekta from 1995 to 1996. He also worked as a Mechanical Engineer at MotalaVerkstad from 2004 to 2005. Additionally, he served as a Consultant at Berotec from 2006 to 2013, where he further developed his engineering skills.
Career Progression
Björn Thorblad's career reflects a steady progression in the engineering field. Starting as a Mechanical Engineer, he advanced to senior roles at Saab, including Senior Mechanical Engineer and Chief Manufacturing Engineer. His current roles as Liaison Officer and Site Manager demonstrate his leadership capabilities and commitment to the company's operations in Saint Louis, Missouri.