SA2 System Responsible

Systems Responsible Leader

At Research & Development you will be a key contributor to the next generation outstanding luxury cars from Volvo. Together with other engineers around the world, you and your team will create innovative human-centric car technology that makes life less complicated and more enjoyable for people. Are you interested in design and connected car technology? Do you share our passion for people, the environment and our urge to create a superior driving experience? Research and Development is the place for you to prosper.

The section Strategy and Concept within the department Powertrain Controls and Calibration, PCC, is responsible for developing concepts and system solutions for propulsion systems including hybrid systems in Volvo Car Group vehicles. The section consists of about 25 individuals working with systems engineering, concept development, advanced engineering projects and CAE simulations. We are working with SIL-/HIL-environments for CAE simulations.

As System Responsible Leader main task is to lead technical cross functional system solutions within PCC during the concept development phase. Example of System Development projects is development of a control system for next generation VEA engines including new features like Powerpulse, Smart CO2, KERS and other alternative Hybrid solutions. The system developer operates as a leader and leads the system solutions across necessary departments and in cooperation with other units.

Main responsibilities

* To develop and deliver planned system solutions within PCC, in line with the business goals 2020, and thereby strengthen Volvo Car Corporations' competitiveness
* Challenge the organisation and existing technology solutions
* Sourcing of new systems when applicable
* Continuously drive and report progress as well as escalate issues when applicable

Required qualifications

* Master of Science in Electrical, Mechanical, Applied Physics, Mechatronic Engineering or equivalent
* 5-10 years of experience from mechatronic (preferably powertrain) development tasks
* Experience from all product development phases, advanced engineering, concept, industrialisation, quality, aftermarket
* Knowledge of energy consumption for propelling a vehicle
* Experience and good understanding of systems engineering
* Preferably good knowledge of powertrain, powertrain controls, engine, transmission, hybrid, powertrain installations is meritorious
* Preferably good knowledge of the energy processes in combustion engines and hybrid powertrains is meritorious
* English, written and spoken
* Drivers licence, B

Personal qualities

* Innovative with Leader competence
* Structured, with good analytical skills
* Capable of focusing on both daily issues and long term visions
* Have the ability to work independent but also enjoy being a part of the development team

About Volvo Car Group
The future belongs to those who are empowered by a great idea and have the ability to carry it out. At Volvo Car Group, our vision is clear: "To be the world's most progressive and desired luxury car brand" by simplifying people's lives. We have bold targets when it comes to innovation, sales and customer satisfaction and to make this happen, we need talented people onboard. People with passion, energy, business sense and the drive to innovate. People that want to create the next generation Volvo cars in a global, dynamic and respectful environment. We will support you to reach your full potential. Join us on this exciting journey into the future.

Contact
In this recruitment process we are collaborating with Randstad Professionals. If you have any questions regarding the position you are welcome to contact the responsible recruitment consultant Jessica Mitrosbarasor by e-mail jessica.mitrosbaras@randstadsourceright.se. Note that applications by e-mail will not be accepted and that your application documents should be written in English.
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 Sep 28th, 2016.