Function Developer Combination Motion

WHO ARE WE?
We at Volvo Group are constantly moving and changing to be one step ahead in the technology journey. Within Volvo Group Trucks Technology, we are always adapting and pushing ourselves to be able to develop new breakthrough transport solutions. We strive to be more energy efficient, more sustainable and safer for society. Our organization is built by engaged people and teamwork. We are a truly global company, and we believe in the advantage of diversity. Together we create a workplace that brings the best out of everyone and this is where you fit right in.


Are you passionate for changes and innovations and want to be part of a paradigm shift in the development of transport and mobility solutions?


Now you have the possibility to join a stimulating and dynamic global work environment in an energetic professional agile team with strong teamwork.


Do you think it sounds interesting? Then this Function Developer position could be the job for you!


WHAT CHALLENGE DO WE OFFER?
Within the technology stream Vehicle Motion and Energy Management, we develop system solutions and functionalities in the area of Vehicle safety, Dynamics, Driver assistance and Motion management.


The motion management with its control system needs to meet the future challenges with battery electric vehicles and fuel cell vehicles, including vehicle automation. This position is within the vehicle motion management team called Combination motion.


A further development is planned of how future multi-trailer vehicles can be designed and controlled with regards to both transport efficiency and automation.


The vehicle combination trailer is assumed to be its own unit and is assumed to be able to carry its own energy storage with own propulsion. This opens up for active driving and control with impact on safety and energy efficiency, as well as opening up for auto coupling of trailers.


Main responsibilities of the Combination motion team:
The team works with everything from a concept (equations) to actual software that executes in production vehicles. This means all parts of development, including Specification, Implementation and Verification.
Motion control and coordination of over actuated systems (control allocation).
Stability functions for multi-unit combinations like slip control/yaw-control/anti jack-knife control.
Brake functions development, like brake blending and brake force distribution.
Base vehicle functions for autonomous drive.
Keep big focus on safety work, like functional safety and cyber security.



WHO ARE YOU?
We believe that you have a genuine interest in vehicle dynamics and control theory.


You have a good understanding of software development and the related environment. We believe you are creative and have the mindset to constantly learn and improve to have the best solutions for our customers. You have the ability to collect data, define problems, establish facts and draw conclusions.


As a person, you are a team player with a positive mindset and you are curious about the various challenges of application development. Have the willingness to effectively build formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organization.


Being resilient is important for this position; meaning able to rebound from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.


You are eager to take ownership of own area and deliveries and thereby take accountability.


Your personality is your major reason for success, but we think you also have:
Education
M.Sc. degree in Vehicle Dynamics, Control systems, Mechatronics, Robotics or similar

Experience - Work
Experience in advanced control systems
Hands on experience with automotive systems especially vehicle motion control and dynamics

Knowledge
Knowledge in one or more of the following; Matlab / Simulink, C, C++, Python
Understanding of Application SW development and the related environment
Knowledge in version control tools (git)
Knowledge of unit testing as well as system/integration testing
Knowledge of Automotive CAN protocol
Knowledge of Control theory
B driver license (C or CE driver license is meritorious)

Competencies
Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
Action Oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm
Problem solving - Making sense of complex, high quantity and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems



Our values are Trust, Passion, Change, Performance and Customer Success. If they light your inner fire, you might be the right person for our great team!




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