Lead Development Engineer - Automation, Simulation & Virtual testing

Do you want to drive change? Do you have a can do attitude and enjoy teamwork? Would you like being part in shaping the future of transportation technology? We are looking for a new team member to continue develop our world class, automotive laboratory for future sustainable drivelines and products within heavy duty trucks.


This is us, your new colleagues


Testing, Verification and Materials Technology (VT&MT) is responsible for the operation, maintenance and development of heavy duty drivelines testing (engine, transmission, electromobility and Fuel Cells/Hydrogen) and materials technology laboratories. We work both local and global to deliver high quality results and expert functions within our areas of responsibility. We co-operate close with product owners, technology owners, certification and compliance as well as other functions. We have test facilities and laboratories where a mix of theory and practical work is necessary in order to deliver and develop within present and new technologies. VT&MT is a part of Powertrain Engineering, Group Trucks Technology (GTT) located in Gothenburg.


As a Development Engineer, Automation, Simulation & Virtual Testing Systems you will lead and deliver a variety of development activities, where creativity, quality and flexibility are of prime importance and keys to success. You will be the technical advisor in our development projects. You will work in tight cooperation with Volvo product development engineers, maintenance and operation engineers, project managers, suppliers and subcontractors.
You will act as a mentor on the technical equipment and methods used in the Lab and will support the teams with advice and educational courses.
You will balance your time between office work and work in the Lab.


You will be part of the method and technical development team with different expertise areas (software, emissions, measurements, electronics, fluids, mechanical etc).
All work together with one target: to develop world class test facilities and methods.


Scope of your mission:
Development of Test Cell Automation systems for Engine, Transmission & E-mob test cells including System and component testing for each technology area.
Develop Test Codes and Test modules for each type of testing and technology area.
Adaptation of Virtual testing & Simulation Tools & Models to test cell environment.
Reading & writing technical requirements & specifications towards suppliers based on customers’ demands and future needs.



Experience:
MSc or similar degree in engineering within Automation, Mechatronics or Mechanical engineering or similar relevant proven technical experience.
Skilled in programming and understanding of “Programming languages”, structure & set-up of different Automation, Simulation & Measurement Data Handling Tools & Systems.
Experience within the area of automotive testing activities in product development, test engineer or lab development engineer.
Holistic view and ability to understand future testing demands, coordinate & synchronize testing demands into plans (test facility road map).
Ability in benchmark different systems within test cell automation, simulation tools & systems and take decisions in order to create a test & development environment on a premium standard & quality level.



In this position you will be an important team player where personal attributes are key for success, such as putting the team in first place, ready to do what is needed to make the team more efficient. Takes own initiatives when something needs to be done or improved and does that with enthusiasm and high energy. Building relationships on a local & global level and enjoys developing others and yourself.


Looking forward to your application!


For more information and details please contact:


Robert Aslan, Manager Method and Technical Development
Powertrain Engineering, Verification Testing and Materials Technology
dept BF63950, phone: +46 739 025312, email: robert.aslan@volvo.com


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