Homologation Release Engineer- Safety($)

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.

It's what sets us apart that brings us together.
Everything we do starts with people. It's what makes us different from all other car companies. If you share our belief in the power of people and our passion for human-centric innovation, you will thrive together with brilliant, like-minded colleagues who are committed to making a true difference

Our Offer
At Volvo Cars Homologation and Release department we provide solutions that will decrease the time for new releases to reach market while maintaining our focus on premium quality.

In the role as Homologation Release Engineer, we can offer you the opportunity to work on future technologies and be part of deep dive investigations together with R&D when it comes to the new areas. You will also collaborate with external parties as authorities and technical services from accredited European authorities, which give your tasks an interesting, international flavor also with possibilities to travel!
Your home team consist of Certification Engineers for both Safety, Environmental, Whole Vehicle Type Approval & Conformity of Production. This position will be within the agile team with focus on safety regulations. 

What you'll do
You will be responsible for leading, planning and executing certification of all EU and non-EU markets, shortly for the whole world. Your will prepare and manage the certification activities, including coordinating and leading meetings before witness certification.

You perform certification work together with technical services or authorities, including negotiate if the test content is witnessed based on rules for all markets where Volvo Cars are sold, all in order to issue certificates and other necessary documentation.

You will also be expected to achieve and maintain an in-depth competence regarding assigned certification requirements and to support R&D organization with interpretation and government support during the development process.

Your Skills
* You have a higher technical training or equivalent. If you possess knowledge in Volvo Cars development process, it's an advantage.
* You understand automotive regulations and previous experience from performing certification activities will be crucial. Understanding R&D programs including ongoing changes process and how this affects certification will also be important. Preferably you have experience from attribute work within interior, exterior, electrical or chassis.
* You have a track record of negotiations with authorities, you have developed diplomatic skills and the ability to adapt to different situations in an effective way, turning negative to positive. You are a person with high integrity and professionalism, used to work with cultural diversity.
* You are business driven and tolerant, with the ability to meet changes in agreed plan and still always deliver with high standards. You are comfortable to independently drive changes and overcome obstacles is something that you thrive from!


How to learn more and apply
Is this you? Don't wait with your application! We will start the recruitment process immediately.
To apply, please register your profile and attach your application documents via the link below, please note that due to GDPR we can't handle applications via email. We welcome your application as soon as possible.
For questions about the position please contact Torbjörn Asp Hiring Manager Homologation Release at torbjorn.asp@volvocars.com . For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Divyashri.prakash.kartik@volvocars.com 

Who are we?
Everything we do starts with people. Our purpose is to provide freedom to move, in a personal, sustainable and safe way. We are committed to simplifying our customers' lives by offering better technology solutions that improve their impact on the world. Bringing the most advanced mobility innovations to protect them, their loved ones, and the people around them.

Volvo Cars' continued success is the result of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive working environment. The people of Volvo Cars are committed to making a difference in our world. Today, we are one of the most well-known and respected car brands, with over 40,000 employees across the globe.
We believe in bringing out the best in each other and harnessing the true power of people. At Volvo Cars your career is designed around your talents and aspirations so you can reach your full potential. Join us on a journey of a lifetime as we create safety, autonomous driving, and electrification technologies of tomorrow.