Esko Forsén
About Esko Forsén
Esko Forsén is the Director and Head of Electrical at Saab Kockums, with extensive experience in project management and engineering within the shipbuilding industry. He holds a Ph.D. in Electronic Engineering and has worked in various roles at Saab and other institutions, contributing to both national and international projects.
Current Role at Saab
Esko Forsén serves as the Director and Head of Electrical at Saab Kockums, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he oversees electrical systems and engineering projects within the organization. His leadership is focused on advancing the capabilities of Saab's offerings in the shipbuilding industry. Forsén's current responsibilities include managing teams and ensuring the successful execution of various electrical engineering projects.
Previous Experience at Saab
Forsén has an extensive history with Saab, having worked in various capacities since 2011. He served as a Senior System Engineer from 2011 to 2015, followed by a role as Project Manager from 2015 to 2020. He also held the position of Deputy Director for Combat, Electrical & Automation Systems from 2019 to 2021. His experience at Saab has equipped him with a deep understanding of the company's operations and project management processes.
Education and Expertise
Esko Forsén holds a Ph.D. in Electronic Engineering from the Technical University of Denmark, where he studied from 2002 to 2005. He also earned an M.Sc. in Physics from Lund University. His educational background provides a strong foundation in information technology and engineering principles. Forsén possesses expertise in handling national and international projects in the shipbuilding industry, with a focus on innovation management and research and development.
Professional Skills
Forsén has developed a robust skill set throughout his career. He is proficient in using Matlab for engineering and research applications. His capabilities extend to Change Management, Business to Business (B2B), and Business to Government (B2G) interactions. Additionally, he has a strong background in Materials Science and Physics, which enhances his contributions to the shipbuilding sector.
Career Background
Before joining Saab, Forsén worked at Teknologisk Institut as a Team Leader, Project Manager, and Senior Consultant from 2006 to 2011. He also completed a Ph.D. in Electronic Engineering at DTU Nanotech from 2002 to 2005. His diverse career path has provided him with a wide range of experiences in engineering and project management, particularly in the fields of shipbuilding and technology.