Senior Director - Power Electronics, Vehicle Propulsion

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.

About us 
As Department Manager Power Electronics, you will be a part of the unit Vehicle Propulsion at Research & Development and lead a department with highly skilled engineers and leaders within the area of Power Electronics. You will be based in Gothenburg. The areas of responsibility are development, design and verification of in house developed power inverters and other power electronics in the propulsion system, HW and SW. You will also be responsible for the integration of purchased power electronic components in the propulsion system into the cars.

What´s in it for you
Within this position you will have the possibility to work together with an enthusiastic, competent and fun leadership team! Together, your mission is to succeed with the Volvo Cars vision! You will among many other exiting things

* Define strategies and set objectives for the department and anchor with stakeholders
* Stay updated in front-line technology and business domain to help, guide and coach the organization
* Ensure world class competences in the area of responsibility
* Make sure we always strive forward to be leading in sustainable electric propulsion


About you
We believe you are a great listener, curious and visible leader who show courage and give trust to build confidence. You believe in working through empowerment and recognition.

You have the ability to energise an organisation and act as a role model for our culture by showing trust and integrity. Your focus will be on building, aligning, and developing the organization with an agile mindset in close collaboration with related roles.

* Builds Trust

Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
* Collaborates

Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
* Self Development

Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.
* Drives Results

Drives results with the ability to empower the teams.

Your skills

* Advanced leadership skills
* MSc degree or higher in engineering
* Automotive engineering experience >10 years
* Experience of launching products in automotive industry
* Experience from international or global environment is an advantage


How to learn more and apply
Location for this position is Gothenburg, Sweden.
We will apply a continuous selection process and we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible but no later than 2022-04-05. For further information about the position please contact hiring manager, Karin Thorn at, Karin.thorn@volvocars.com.
For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Senior recruiter, Kristin Lövgren at, Kristin.lovgren@volvocars.com
Please note that we do not handle applications via mail.

Union representatives
AKPV- Daniel Larsson (daniel.j.larsson@volvocars.com)
Unionen- Jörgen Ghose (jorgen.ghose@volvocars.com)
Ledarna- Leonel Diniz (leonel.diniz@volvocars.com)