Senior System Designer - Power Electronics

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.

Can you engineer a brighter tomorrow?
Reality has made it clear that the actions we take in the next few years will significantly impact our future. Embracing the need for change, we are committed to spearheading the charge in automotive electrification. In this role, you'll play a crucial part in an exciting transformation journey that will change how the world views mobility. Are you ready for a new opportunity?

About us
At Volvo Cars, we are developing new technologies to lead in safety, autonomous driving, and electrification. If you want to grow together with people who are creating a new automotive future, we have a job for you.
Volvo Cars commitment in electrification leads us to take the next step in the development of Electric Propulsion Technology - Power Electronics. The Power Electronics department designs the brain of the Electric Vehicle propulsion system - The Traction inverters HW & SW as well as Power Conversion and Charger units.

What you will do
As a Senior System Design engineer with at least 5 years of experience. You will be a central part of the development team for power electronics hardware & systems. You will manage the requirements on the components (Power Converters) and together with our design engineers balance our design solutions to optimize attributes versus cost. Requirement management will include both incoming requirement (black box) compliancy as well as break down and refinement of requirements for our design teams (white box).

You will have a leading role in system analysis to make sure our products are designed using best technology and built-in quality.
You will also, together with our system architects, ensure that our power electronics products fit into the roadmap our future strategic needs.

What you will bring
You have a university degree within Electrical engineering /Power Electronics/Systems engineering,
experience in High Voltage system design.
Experience in product development, working methods and project execution.

You have previous experience with the development of DCDC and ACDC converters.
You have a high ability and a strong will to continuously learn and develop your skillset in Power Electronics technology/development.

You have good knowledge and experience of the ISO26262 and its related products at the system and HW level.

You are experienced with FMEA analysis at the system level.
You are business oriented, flexible and performance oriented with the courage to take decisions and be accountable.

Like to know more?
For questions about the position, please contact Daniel Johansson, Team manager ACDC / DCDC HW. Daniel.d.johansson@volvocars.com
If you have questions about the recruitment process, please contact Recruiter Kristin Lövgren at Kristin.lovgren@volvocars.com
You are welcome with your application including CV and personal letter at the latest 2023-04-30.
Note that we do not accept applications via e-mail.

Volvo Cars - Driving change together
Volvo Cars’ continued success is the result of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive working environment. Today, we are one of the most well-known and respected car brands, with over 40,000 employees across the globe. At Volvo Cars, your career is designed around your talents and aspirations so you can reach your full potential.
For the right person, an inspiring, and creative workplace awaits. Did you know that every Volvo Cars employee worldwide has the right to our Family Bond, our new all-gender, paid parental leave policy? You’ll also enjoy a culture and benefits package that’s made us one of the world’s most awarded and progressive employers.
By 2025, we aim to sell 1.2 million cars annually, 50% of which will be electric vehicles and sold directly to customers through digital channels. Join us on the journey of a lifetime as we create the driving and electrification technologies of tomorrow.