Developer - Group Design Leader

Who are we?
Volvo Cars is a company on a mission; to bring traditional car manufacturing into a connected, sustainable and smart future.
Since 1927, we have been a brand known for our commitment to safety, creating innovative cars that make life less complicated for our consumers. In 2010, we decided to transform our business, resulting in a totally new generation of cars and technologies, as well as steady growth and record sales. Today, we’re expanding our global footprint in Europe, China and the US, and we’re on the lookout for new talent.
We are constantly pushing our own skills and abilities to drive change in the automobile industry like never before. We are looking for innovative, committed people to join us in this endeavour and create safe, sustainable and connected cars. We believe in the power of people and will challenge and support you to reach your full potential. Join us and be part of Volvo Cars’ journey into the future.

What’s in it for you?
As a developer/GDL in Hood & Fender Systems, you play an important role in developing front-end systems for future Volvo cars. The product team is responsible for developing pedestrian protection system, hood locking system, hood, fender and structural parts that ensures stability in the front end of the car. The team collaborates with a wide variety of stakeholders to find the best solutions and you will work closely with CAE and test engineers as simulation and verification are vital tools in our development process. We work in flexible, cross-functional, product teams tailored to development tasks and in this position, there are always open possibilities for personal development, depending on your interest, self-drive and your initiative. We will support you to reach your full potential.
What you’ll do
You will be part of a product team in Hood & Fender Systems that are developing technical solutions according to agile principles and SAFe/VCAF. The work is conducted in an international environment in close co-operation with design, CAE/testing, manufacturing, procurement, our factories and external suppliers. You will focus on product development in our car programs but also be open to contribute to our advanced engineering projects or concept investigations to support our development of new technology introductions.
Who are you?
You enjoy working in a changing environment, which challenges you in a positive way. You understand business value and you got the ability to analyse information and prioritize your tasks accordingly. You take responsibility for the team's and your commitments. Communication, collaboration and personal drive to initiate and drive tasks towards target are key skills for your success.
•    B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering or other equivalent education
•    Project management skills and experience from VPDS is required
•    Experience from working with ESOW and CarWeaver is required
•    Experience from function development, system safety and cyber security is meritorious
•    Experience from sheet metal design and manufacturing is meritorious
•    International sourcing experience is meritorious
•    Experience from Agile, Scrum and SAFe/VCAF is meritorious
How to learn more and apply
For questions about the position please contact Team Manager, Johan Sundemo at johan.sundemo@volvocars.com. For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact recruiter Filippa Funck at filippa.funck@volvocars.com. We want your application at the latest 5th of november 2021, but selection will run continuously. Please note that applications via email will not be accepted.