Power Electronics Designer - Traction Inverter

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.

Power Electronics Designer – Traction Inverter

Want to join us on our exciting journey?
Volvo Cars is on an exciting journey, redefining the automotive experience by innovating to make people’s lives less complicated. We offer you a once-in-a-lifetime chance to make an impact in a company with unique opportunities to grow and make a true difference.

What’s in it for you?
The Electric Drivetrain Department designs the heart of the Electric Car – the Electric Drive Unit that provides power to the wheels. We design electronics, electric motors, and transmissions with a high attention to sustainability and energy efficiency, aiming for world’s best electric drives. We are now expanding our capability in Power Electronics design. We are therefore looking for a Power Electronics Designer to join our high performing electronics design team at our Headquarters in Gothenburg.

What you’ll do:
You will be responsibility for the design of traction inverter electronics. This includes:
* Modelling and simulations on both electronic circuit level and system level including multi-physics (electrical, thermal, mechanical etc.)
* Circuit topology design on HV and LV side. Design and analysis of semiconductors as well as passives (eg. inductors, transformers, capacitors) including simulation of high frequency characteristics, sizing and selection;
* Taking part in test and verification activities including fault-tracing, bring-up, regular test case verification on component and board level together with our testers;
* Gathering and documenting knowledge in design documentation such as schematics, design descriptions and design guidelines. You will share knowledge and experiences with other team members.


You and your skills:
We believe you have a university degree in Electrical Engineering or similar, preferably towards power electronics. You have experience from working with power electronics design within automotive or industrial applications, as well as knowledge in modern electronics design and simulation tools such as Matlab, Simulink, PLECS, PSpice, Altium or ANSYS. Knowledge in inverter controls algorithms and prototyping equipment is meritorious.

Do you fit the profile?
On a personal level, you are a highly motivated and reliable team player with a positive attitude. You are used to taking initiative and like to share your passion and knowledge with others. Your also have an analytical way of approaching challenges, you enjoy being challenged and have a flexible mindset. All Volvo Cars design work is carried out in Agile design teams. Being a team player with utilizing efficient Collaboration with team members and other stake holders is therefore a key enabler to be successful in the role.

Your application:
To apply, please submit your cv and cover letter by no later than 5 November 2021. Please note that applications via email will not be accepted due to GDPR. Please direct any questions you may have about the recruitment process to recruiter Roza Cizek (roza.cizek@volvocars.com). 

Who are we?
Everything we do starts with people. Our purpose is to provide freedom to move, in a personal, sustainable and safe way. We are committed to simplifying our customers’ lives by offering better technology solutions that improve their impact on the world and bringing the most advanced mobility innovations to protect them, their loved ones and the people around them.

Volvo Cars’ continued success is the result of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive working environment. The people of Volvo Cars are committed to making a difference in our world. Today, we are one of the most well-known and respected car brands, with over 40,000 employees across the globe. We believe in bringing out the best in each other and harnessing the true power of people. At Volvo Cars your career is designed around your talents and aspirations so you can reach your full potential. Join us on a journey of a lifetime as we create safety, autonomous driving and electrification technologies of tomorrow.