Senior Lead Engineer Steering Gear HW

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
The ART (Agile Release train) Deceleration&Steering, part of the Solution Vehicle Platform within the unit Product Creation at Volvo Car Group, is now looking for a committed and collaborative colleague. The ART Deceleration&Steering is responsible for the delivery of the complete Brake and Steering system including components like caliper, brake modulation, steering gear etc. 

The ART is divided into 3 competence areas:
Steering SW and Controls
Brake SW and Mechatronics and 
Brake and Steering HW

You will be a part of the Brake and Steering HW group.

We work in close cooperation with our suppliers, internal customers, and several different car projects. We deliver to new car projects and to current running production.

What’s in it for you?
Working as a Lead Engineer you will have the possibility to influence the future of our steering system. Together with your teammates you will be responsible for securing the quality of your components as well as securing the overall compliance in the complete vehicle.
This role demands high competence in project management of our suppliers. It is a role where you will develop and strengthen your leadership skills when it comes to everything between cost to making sure the time plan is kept.
You will also have high possibility to change and improve the way of working in the team and you will be encouraged to constantly develop yourself and your team-mates. 
As a lead engineer you will interact with many different stakeholders and you will have the opportunity to create a broad network within Volvo Cars

What you’ll do
As a lead engineer in the steering gear HW team, you will be responsible for the cost and quality of our steering gear. You will daily interact with internal stakeholders such as purchasing and the production plant, as well as our suppliers.
You will be part of a team of 5 people, and you will work in 12 weeks increments with 2-weeks sprints. Your priorities will be set by your Product Owner, but the team is expected to understand what tasks you need to focus on and drive the progress of those.

Do you fit the profile?
-    You have a technical education, preferably a master’s degree in mechanical engineering and 5 years’ experience in product development of Steering systems
-    You have very good knowledge and experience in Project Management 
-    You have proven communication/coaching skills and proven knowledge in SAFe/Scrum
-    As a person you drive your own business and are able to take decisions based on risk-assessment. You are curious and want to develop yourself and your surroundings. You have high working morals and are willing to go the extra mile when that is needed

How to learn more and apply
If you have any questions regarding the position please contact Team Manager Elena Sanchez, elena.sanchez@volvocars.com 
For questions about the recruitment process, please contact Filippa Funck, Senior Recruiter, filippa.funck@volvocars.com
We want your application at the latest 16th of December. Please note that applications via email will not be accepted and we will evaluate applications continuously.