Katrin Persson
About Katrin Persson
Katrin Persson is a Project Manager with extensive experience in research and development across various organizations, including Saab and RISE. She has held multiple leadership roles and has a strong educational background in engineering and chemical sciences from Chalmers University of Technology.
Current Role at Saab
Katrin Persson has been serving as a Project Manager at Saab since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing various projects within the company, contributing to the development and implementation of innovative solutions. Her work is based in the Gothenburg Metropolitan Area, where she applies her extensive experience in project management and engineering.
Previous Experience at RISE
Before joining Saab, Katrin Persson held multiple positions at RISE. She worked as a Senior Project Manager from 2012 to 2020, managing various projects in Göteborg. Additionally, she served as Vice President for Chemistry, Biomaterials, and Textiles for one year in Mölndal. Her role as Manager of Sensors and Sensor Systems from 2017 to 2020 further solidified her expertise in sensor technologies.
Experience at Imego AB
Katrin Persson was involved with Imego AB in two significant roles. She served as Project Manager and Research Scientist from 2000 to 2006, where she focused on research and development initiatives. Later, she became the Managing Director of R&D from 2007 to 2012, leading research efforts and strategic direction for the company.
Education and Expertise
Katrin Persson studied at Chalmers University of Technology, where she earned a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Chemical Engineering with Engineering Physics. She further advanced her education by achieving a Licentiate degree in Engineering Metals from the same institution between 1995 and 1997. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her work in engineering and project management.
Early Career at Swerea IVF
Katrin Persson began her career at Swerea IVF, where she worked as a Project Manager and Research Engineer from 1997 to 2000. During her three years in Mölndal, she contributed to various research projects, gaining valuable experience that would inform her future roles in project management and engineering.