Senior Power Electronics HW Engineer

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.

Senior Power Electronics HW Engineer

Innovation starts with being curious.

At Volvo Cars, we believe that being curious and truly committed to understanding people is the key to future growth. We are people who care about other people, working together to create new technologies and innovations for safe, sustainable and convenient mobility. Want to join us?


Where You’ll belong

Volvo Cars have created world-changing innovations since the first Volvo rolled off the production line in 1927. Recently we launched our second-generation battery electric vehicles; the EX90 and EX30 joining our XC40 and C40 Recharge which are already on the road for over three years now. That´s not enough: we are committed to putting one million electrified cars on the road by 2025! 

The department Power Electronics designs the brain of the Electric Vehicle propulsion system - The Traction Inverter HW & SW as well as Power Conversion and Charger Units. Are you a Electronic Engineer that is looking to develop your career to create the world’s best electric drive systems? Then you should take the chance to join our younger, still shaping, team. 
We promise you colleagues motivated and competence as well as the opportunity to work on tech in the forefront – together we break new ground within the automotive industry! We deliver products with high attention to sustainability and energy efficiency that we are proud of and make sure that we have fun on the journey


What you’ll do

You will design (DC/DC & AC/DC) Power Electronics. Modelling and simulations on both electronic circuit level and system level including multi-physics (electrical, thermal, mechanical etc.). Design and analysis of semiconductors as well as electromagnetic components component (e.g. 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 together with our testers.
Gather and document knowledge in design documentation such as schematics, design descriptions and design guidelines. Share knowledge and experiences with other team members.

You and your skills

We believe you have a university degree in Electrical Engineering or similar, specifically towards power electronics. You have solid experience from working with power electronics design (some LV analog circuit 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 power circuit analysis, such as worse-case circuit analysis, failure method effectivity & criticality / reliability, prototyping equipment is meritorious. Good EMC Knowledge also.

On a personal level, you are a highly motivated and enthusiastic person with a positive attitude. You are used to taking initiative and like to share your vision and knowledge with others. Your also have an practical way of approaching situations, you enjoy being creative and has a positive mindset
All Volvo Cars design work is carried out in Agile design teams. Being a partner with utilizing efficient Collaboration with team members and other stake holders is therefore a key enabler to be successful in the role.


How to learn more and apply
For questions about the position please contact Hiring Manager, Neil Towers at neil.towers@volvocars.com.

For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Recruiter, Annika Hulthén at Annika.hulthen@volvocars.com.

We want your application at the latest 17th of Dec 2023. Please note that applications via email will not be accepted.