Product Owner

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.

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 forming a new scrum team as part of the Power Electronics ART that will take care of the Inverter HW Mechatronics design and we are looking for a Product Owner to join our high performing electronics design team at our Headquarters in Gothenburg.

What you’ll do
As Product owner for the Mechatronics team, you will be a key player in our high performing traction inverter power electronics design organization. Your will own and decide on the priorities of the team’s backlog.
All Volvo Cars design work is carried out in Agile design teams.
The ownership of this team includes Inverter HW Mechanical topology and concept, design and parts ownership of mechanical and bridging parts that are typically build to print as well as internal cables and connections. The team is also managing PCB layout design and our EMS supplier as well as complete inverter assembly including the bill of material.

Key tasks and responsibilities:
* Own, build, prioritize, decide, and refine the stories in the Team Backlog
* Support and coach the development team with backlog refinement and participate in the development of acceptance criteria when feasible.
* Maintain and develop long term technical team ownership and strategy together with ART and line management to ensure a competitive and efficient team setup.
* Build and maintain relationship with strategic suppliers such as PCBA manufacturer.
* Ensure our mechatronics design is optimized for DFM.
* Coordinate the backlog content with other POs and all relevant stakeholders
* Be a part of the Product Management team and review and contribute to the program-level vision, roadmap, and content.


You and your skills
We believe you have a university degree in Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical engineering or similar.
You have knowledge in the power electronics area as well as understanding of Inverter HW topology and electronics manufacturing.
On a personal level, you are a highly motivated technical leader who take responsibility for team deliverables and contribute with knowledge, energy and a positive attitude to inspire the team. You are used to taking initiative, you see what needs to be done and you ensure that team decisions are being done effectively and are anchored in the team. Your also have an analytical way of approaching challenges, you enjoy being challenged and has a flexible mindset.

How to learn more and apply
For questions about the position please contact Hiring Manager, Lars Johansson at lars.g.johansson@volvocars.com. For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Recruiter, Kristin Lövgren at Kristin.lovgren@volvocars.com. We want your application at the latest January 2nd, 2022. Please note that applications via email will not be approved. #LI-DNI