NVH Analysis 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.

Who we are
As the new standalone engine developing company our aim is to be the world’s leading company of powertrain development among all OEMs and the supplier of choice for our customers. The Analyze and Verification department within R&D consists of 70 skilled engineers working in the fields of CAE and testing. Our mission is to support the development of the next generation of powertrains and verify that they fulfill the demands of mechanical function, durability, radiated noise and customers expectations. We are engaged in all development phases from research to industrialization.
The group Mechanical Testing and Verification has the responsibility of testing and verifying the function of all mechanical parts in the engine. This is done in test cells, both inhouse and at external suppliers, in vehicles that are run in wind tunnels, cooling chambers and on expeditions in both hot and cold conditions. The results are to be demonstrated to the section and the design departments.

What you will do
You will be a part of the team responsible of NVH testing consisting of structural vibrations, fretting, rotating miss alignment, torsional vibration, FEAD belt slip and radiated noise. 
•    Perform NVH testing and analysis (Engine and Powerpacks NVH);
•    Setup measurement system regarding structural vibration;
•    Perform measurement of rotating vibrations such as belts and dampers;
•    Perform subjective evaluation of timing belt and piston noise;  
•    In close cooperation with the other group members (thermal and fluids) measure the influence of engine encapsulation regarding radiated noise versus radiated heat; 
•    Participate in, lead and plan expeditions;
•    Setup and perform fretting tests
These testing and judgments are done in both test cells and in vehicle at different ambient conditions.
Your daily work will require a large and strong network within R&D and cross-functional to other areas including powertrain, installation, mechanical workshops and design departments.

You and your skills 
You have a Master or bachelor’s degree in Automotive, Mechanical or Physics Engineering and at least 3 years of NVH or vibration measurement.
You have good knowledge in combustion engine techniques, are fluent in English (written and verbal), possess a driver’s license “B”, valid in Sweden and you have ability to travel.
Experience within automotive powertrain product development is meritorious.
For this role you need to have high analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.

How to learn more and apply
For questions about the position, please contact hiring manager, Torgny Winterfeldt at torgny.winterfeldt@volvocars.com 
For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Senior Recruiter, Pedram Yousefi at pedram.yousefi@volvocars.com
Please note that due to GDPR applications via email will not be approved.
Interviews will be held continuously. To apply, please register your profile and attach your application documents via the link below as soon as possible but no later than 2021-02-05.