Leif Hjelm

Results-driven Quality & Project Manager with 20+ years in automotive and industrial sectors. Proven expertise in Project Management, ISO 9001/14001, Lean, Six Sigma, APQP and Functional Safety (ISO 26262). Recognized for leading cross-functional teams and delivering sustainable improvements.

• Led quality assurance for full-vehicle programs in the EU market.
• Reduced defects by 25% prior to SOP through governance frameworks.
• Shortened devel0pment lead times by 30% via KPI-driven processes.
• Oversaw launches of new EV platforms across Europe.

Chalmers University of Technology (1994–1996) – Engineering, Quality Technology & Management