Performance Engineer

Do you want to join us in bringing our world leading engines into the future? The Engine Development department is the centre within Volvo CE for development of engines and auxiliary components.The development responsibility consists of engine mechanical design, engine performance development and design of auxiliary components for the engines installed in Articulated Haulers, Excavators, Wheel Loaders and Road and Utility Machinery. The Engine Performance department is responsible for the optimisation of the engine and its subsystems regarding performance, emissions, fuel consumption, drivability and diagnosis.We are also responsible for all engine SW deliveries to Advanced Engineering, New Products and Product Maintenance. In order to strengthen the department's competence and capacity to meet the future requirements we are now searching for a: Performance engineer As a performance engineer you will be responsible for the optimisation work described above.The work is performed in PC environment, engine test rig and complete machine.You will be working in close cooperation with our colleagues within the Engine Development department, the Product Platforms and Volvo Powertrain. We can offer you a challenging and interesting work environment in a prestige less team, as well as good opportunities for personal development. Education/Professional Qualifications required for the position: . University degree in Electronics, Mechatronics or Mechanics or extensive experiences within relevant areas . Documented experience in engine performance development Important Additional Requirements . Deep understanding of combustion engines . Deep understanding of electrical HW . Experience of embedded systems . High ability to plan and structure work . Experience of participating in global teams . Excellent spoken and written English . German language skills are beneficial . Travel up to 20%