Operations Graduate Program – Battery Cell Engineer – Volvo Battery

Volvo Group Operations Graduate Program


If you are up for the challenge of developing our future Operations and want to be a part of the innovative world of Volvo Group, this is the graduate program for you!


During 15 intense and exciting months, our Operations Graduate Program will give you a holistic view of our operational and logistic activities, including both the local and global perspective. You will be working with the technologies of tomorrow, building the products of the future – electric, connected, and automated. In parallel, you will grow as a person, through individual and team development sessions.


You will have a permanent position from day one, with a manager and mentor to support you. You will experience several local and international on the job-rotations and work on business-critical projects developing your competencies for tomorrow. You will take a deep dive into some specific areas of our business such as manufacturing, health and safety, quality, and continuous improvements, while also learning about the end-to-end supply chain, aftermarket parts and our remanufacturing operations. In addition, you will gather with other program participants to take part in trainings and events designed to help you grow into your future career at the Volvo Group. We offer the opportunity for you to be part of our digital transformation, applying modern technologies to connect and automate our processes. Together we work with AI (Artificial Intelligence), data science, machine learning, circular systems, virtual manufacturing and more, to build our full electric or autonomous products.


If rotational development, a global set up and designing the world of tomorrow are aspects you are looking for in your next job context, this position might be something for you.


Our organization:


The world is transforming to sustainable solutions, the transport industry is transforming accordingly, and we, the Volvo Group is taking the lead. To meet the growing demand for battery electric heavy-duty vehicles and machines, the Volvo Group has initiated the process to establish a large-scale production plant for battery cells in Sweden.
We will be able to build on a strong heritage and world-class competence in advanced, high-volume manufacturing, while having access to Sweden’s rich supply of fossil free energy.


We are now starting to build the team. You will be one important contributor and a vital part of co-creating our workplace. We genuinely believe that we are better and stronger together as a team and including diverse perspectives in our ways of working is more fun and more powerful.
You will be a vital part of driving the transformation, you will explore and a lot of time out of the box.
We offer a dynamic and international work environment. A work environment where we help each other out, explore together, and constantly learn. An environment where you have a possibility to grow as a human and professionally.


The journey towards the world's greatest and greenest battery cell production could be your journey!


Job Description:


Our team are the forefront in deploying the future for our new product production of battery cell by e.g., driving and research engineering projects. We are looking for a team member, that together with us, will lead the development of manufacturing methods in the battery cell field. You should be a true believer in sustainability and passionate about the journey towards fossil free drivetrain!


How you will make an impact


The ideal candidate for this role is a proficient problem solver dedicated to driving development through innovative solutions. They are a curious and engaged engineer, enthusiastic about seizing new opportunities. Operating without pretence, they rely on facts to approach situations from multiple angles, pinpointing root causes. They find enjoyment in their work and are eager to explore innovative technologies within Environmental Engineering. This candidate thrives on continuous self-improvement and embraces a dynamic work environment, effortlessly juggling multiple tasks and engaging in long-term projects. They excel in communication and are adept at building relationships with diverse individuals. A proactive self-starter, they are equally comfortable working independently. They possess a fervent commitment to developing both people and processes, valuing teamwork and diversity.


Required knowledge/experience
A MSc in Battery technology and ESS or Automation, Production Mechanical, Electrical or equivalent
Maximum two years of previous working experience, prior to or after graduation.
In this truly global program, communication will be in English, hence you need to be fluent in both speaking and writing in English.
Valid work permit
Knowledge from Battery development or production is desirable

Are we a perfect match?


So, if you are a person who is flexible, embraces opportunities and is ready to take
some actions? Then we are hoping to hear from you!


Curious, and have some questions? Contact me!


Robert Gorner, robert.gorner@volvo.com , tel: +46 73 5588 068, Hiring manager


Nina Werthén Öhman, nina.werthen.ohman@volvo.com, Tel +46 765 535823, HR Director


Dimitri Van Brandt. Dimitri.van.brandt@volvo.com Mobile/SMS: +32 490 66 15 08, Operations Graduate Program-Manager


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