Mechatronic Engineer

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.

Mechatronic Engineer
We’re creating our own future. So are you. 
At Research & Development at Volvo Cars, you will be a key contributor to the next generation of outstanding luxury cars from Volvo. Together with other engineers around the world, you and your team will create innovative human-centric car technology that makes life less complicated and more enjoyable for people. Are you interested in design and connected car technology? Do you share our passion for people, the environment and our urge to create a superior driving experience? Research and Development is the place for you to prosper.
What’s in it for you?
Working with Metrology means that you establish and develop relationships with test engineers within almost all system areas of the vehicle as well as building an understanding of the technology within those areas. Metrology is the owner of all measurement tools at R&D. Our responsibility is to ensure that our customers are equipped with right tools and supported by our high metrological expertise. The group consists of 17 engineers who works together with supporting R&D global. As a Mechantronic Engineer you will develop and support metrology & calibration solutions for the R&D organization. Your focus will be on solutions for electric current measurement and on mechatronic solutions to measure different physical parameters and to analyse data traffic. You will build and maintain a wide personal network both within R&D as well with our suppliers. You are able to form your deliveries and to develop your own skills, both technically as well as in the area of metrology. As part of our team, you get access to long-term development opportunities in a dynamic and continuously growing field, where you have a strong direct influence on customer satisfaction.
What You’ll Do:
You will belong to the network group at Volvo Cars and your main responsibilities will be to support colleagues at Volvo with their equipment, programs etc. Your other responsibilities will include working closely with test engineers from Powertrain, Active Safety and Chassis and Electrics/Electronics to find suitable measurement/calibration solutions for their needs. You will provide support and develop methods in our measurement tools, while forming part of our tool groups. You will share your knowledge with customers from R&D and members of the group, and educate other test engineers within R&D. 

Your skills and Experience:
We believe that you have a B.Sc. degree within electronics, mechatronic, metrology or a similar education, and relevant experience from tools like Dewesoft, INCA and Vector. It is considered an advantage if you have knowledge in one more of the following communication protocols: CAN, CAN FD, LIN, FlexRay and Ethernet. Ideally you should have experience working in the automotive industry. Programming knowledge will be considered advantageous, the preferred language being Python, CAPL and/or C/C++. You are fluent in written and spoken English and in possession of a Driver’s license B.

Do you fit the profile?
As a person, you have high integrity and display professionalism, have a holistic view and conceptual thinking, and you are driven by business and performance. To succeed in this role, you should be a great communicator, willing to share information with others and enjoy working in teams where you have interaction with others and collaborate. 

Your application:
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter in English via our recruiting system SuccessFactors by no later than the 15 December 2021. Please note that we do not accept applications through email due to GDPR. We recruit continuously and therefore advise you to send your application to us as soon as possible. For any questions about the position or the recruitment process, please contact recruiter Roza at roza.cizek@volvocars.com.