Development Engineer for electrification

Scania is now undergoing a transformation from being a supplier of trucks, buses and engines to a supplier of complete and sustainable transport solutions.Electrification is a key part of this transformation, with a goal of 50% of our vehicle sales volumes to be electrified by 2030, and the development of the new electric drive line with energy storage, charging, inverters, electric motors and not least the interfaces between them are a crucial part of the electrification effort.

Materials Technology’s goals with respect to electrification are to provide industry-leading expertise in the materials used to develope the differnt components and interfaces to our internal customers spanning the complete product development cycle, from basic research to ensuring quality of vehicles in service.

You will be part of the electrification group within Materials Technology R&D. The group consist currently of 11 experienced research engineers.

Our task is to supply Scania with technical expertise on materials for electrification.

Your main tasks will relate to materials used in the electric drive line.
The electrification team at Materials Technology is responsible for providing materials and chemistry expertise and carrying out material analysis, as part of research projects, product development, field quality issues, production methods, and safety and work environment. We have the ambition to build world-class competence in materials and degradation processes as well as contribute to the research community in Sweden.


Independent of role or position our employees have the same core values; customer first, respect for individuals, quality, integrity, determination and team spirit. We are constantly striving to improve the work environment and the products. We achieve this when our employees thrives and develop, we therefore strongly believe in personal development. If you are motivated and ready for a responsibility then the opportunities are here.


Your Profile

The successful candidate should have an MSc or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Material Science, Mechanical Engineering or a related field. A strong track record of experience working with electrification, electric motors, or similar and their materials, as well as a broad understanding of current research and trends in the field is necessary.

Characteristics such as initiative and good cooperation skills are necessary. You are dedicated, curious, interested, and driven to develop new ideas and deliver results. You thrive working in teams and are inspired by a creative climate surrounded by highly competent colleagues. You are customer oriented and outwardly can represent Materials Technology internally at Scania and externally towards Universities, institutes, and companies in project collaborations.

Meritorious skills and knowledge include:
-Knowledge and experience of electromagnetism and processes seen in electric motors.

-Knowledge and experience of electric insulation systems and experience of working with electric vehiecles

-Good communication skills in written and spoken Swedish is a merit. 


For more information
Contact Öystein Krogen, +46 8 55372934 oystein.krogen@scania.com
Applications should contain a personal letter and CV.

Interviews will take place continuously so don't hesitate to apply as soon as possible. A background check might be conducted for this position. We look forward to read your application

Scania is a world-leading provider of transport solutions. Together with our partners and customers we are driving the shift towards a sustainable transport system. In 2020, we delivered 66,900 trucks, 5,200 buses as well as 11,000 industrial and marine power systems to our customers. Net sales totalled to over SEK 125 billion, of which over 20 percent were services-related. Founded in 1891, Scania now operates in more than 100 countries and employs some 50,000 people. Research and development are mainly concentrated in Sweden. Production takes place in Europe and Latin America with regional product centres in Africa, Asia and Eurasia. Scania is part of TRATON GROUP. For more information visit: www.scania.com.