This paper studies knowledge integration mechanisms in a project setting. It develops the theoretical literature on the concept of knowledge integration, particularly the adoption of different organizational mechanisms. The research helps to explain how knowledge integration mechanisms can facilitate the achievement of complex outcomes in projects. Our research relies on a case study. We used three data collection techniques: internal document analysis, observation/site visits and semi-structured interviews. Documentary analysis was used to understand the organizational structure and to identify knowledge integration issues. This study improves our understanding of the choices made at research team level of knowledge integration mechanisms. The study was exploratory, which may be useful in generating future research hypotheses, connecting the features of research projects with the need to achieve knowledge integration. Our results could be useful for other firms operating in the same sector. The automotive industry has been involved in a deep process of innovation within which the processes of knowledge integration have taken on a much more significant role. We try to understand how the linkages between project management and control may have a higher potential to create knowledge.