TECHNICAL EXPERT

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.

Who are we

At Solution Vehicle Platform you will be a key contributor to future generations of outstanding luxury cars from Volvo. Together with other engineers around the world, you will create and implement innovative, human-centric technology that makes life less complicated and more enjoyable for people. Do you share our passion for people, sustainability and our urge to create a superior driving experience? If so, Research and Development is the place for you to prosper.

The Painted Body, PB department is responsible for the development of body structures and surface treatment systems for all Volvo cars. Development work is mainly conducted within the department and in close corporation with design, manufacturing, suppliers and external partners.
Within PB, the Body Technology group are 20 persons working with strategies, pre-development, concept development and operational development. The group works with Materials & Joining, CAE and Geometry assurance. We deliver new technical solutions, based upon our deep knowledge of materials, efficient structures and joining solutions mainly for the body structure but also with support to other relevant design areas. We now need to reinforce the group with a person working with advanced engineering assignments focusing on materials development, with focus on metals for structural applications.
What we offer
As a Technical Expert you will join the Material & Joining team and work with materials development and implementation as a shared-service across the company. You will work in close collaboration with our Technical Leader, with the Department engineering groups and together with Manufacturing and Procurement. Your network will be broad and stretch from Vehicle Platform, manufacturing to Universities, Institutes, suppliers and research partners.

What you will do
We are offering you an exciting job with development opportunities, as responsible for advanced engineering assignments within sustainable and circular metallic materials development, with focus on steel and/or aluminium connected to a variety of product applications. The job also includes alignment on strategies and development of technical roadmaps. You will support PB and other departments in various car programs with technical knowledge, sharing knowledge, results and educating others, and to identify needs and means for new technical solutions. Ultimately you will deliver application ready technologies to new car programs and implement results in running programs.


Educational Background and Experience
We would like applicants to have an M.Sc. or Phd in a relevant area and knowledge in the field of materials development (strategy, qualification, standards etc). Minimum 10 years of experience in this field .It is meritorious if you have knowledge and experience in engineering areas coupled to the automotive industry.
We are looking for someone who is flexible, with a strong interest in technical development and an innovative approach. We also expect that you will have strong networking and team working abilities, and with the skills to share knowledge and information.
How to learn more and apply
For questions about the position please contact Hiring Manager Peter Nyström, peter.nystrom@volvocars.com or recruiter Jasleen Chhabda ,jasleen.chhabda@volvocars.com
We would like your application before 14th December 2022. Interviews will be held continuously, and the position can be closed before last application date. Please note that applications via email will not be accepted due to GDPR. Please apply through the system. We are looking forward to your application!
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