Technical Expert Emission Related OBD

Technical Expert Emission Related OBD

At Research & Development you will be a key contributor to the next generation outstanding luxury cars from Volvo. Together with other engineers around the world, you and your team will create innovative human-centric car technology that makes life less complicated and more enjoyable for people. Are you interested in design and connected car technology? Do you share our passion for people, the environment and our urge to create a superior driving experience? Research and Development is the place for you to prosper.

The section Powertrain Diagnostics and Dependability, within Complete Powertrain, has the mission to ensure that the development of the next generation engines reflects our brand essence of 'Designed Around You'. The section is also the responsibility to ensure that all legal and customer attributes regarding On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) and Powertrain dependability are met. All activities aim to deliver world class OBD and dependability. Currently the section includes approximately 100 employees, organized into six groups.

As Technical Expert Emission Related On-Board Diagnostics you provide engineering guidance and are the person that supplies all of R&D with OBD competence and support when transforming strategies into requirements and technical solutions. Main business drivers are: avoidance of un-necessary warranty spending, customer dissatisfaction, non-compliance situations and poor service performance. Technical motivators are: OBD solutions compliant with legislation, the OBD system's ability to robustly detect faults at the correct malfunction level and provide correct service information for repair.

Main responsibilities

* Create and maintain OBD strategy regarding emission related monitoring
* Perform reviews, provide engineering guidance, act like a "go-to person" when transforming strategies into requirements and technical solutions
* Identify needs for development of Process, Methods and Tools
* Research and develop world class OBD feed-back systems
* Provide education material and carry out education within TS area
* Support in strategies of future vehicle services and repair concepts for the aftermarket
* Support in contacts with authorities, in legal matters concerning future legislation
* Develop and maintain relations with universities through supervision of doctorate programs, thesis works and by providing lectures
* Deliver applications and guidance for research and innovation projects

Required qualifications

* At least 15 years of experience within the OBD area
* Experience in Embedded Control System Engineering
* Knowledge of propulsion systems and powertrain development
* Extensive knowledge of legal requirements (OBDII regulation) and required OBD functionality
* Solid knowledge of the development process, methods and tools for development of OBD systems
* Solid knowledge of aftermarkets demands on the OBD system
* Capability and willingness to teach / coach / mentor others at the workplace
* Demonstrated initiative and capability to provide technical leadership to peers and management
* Experience of legal interpretation and regulatory meetings with CARB is meritorious
* Experience from practical work at aftermarket / current model quality is meritorious
* Fluent in English (written and spoken)

Personal qualities

* Strong communications and interpersonal skills
* Good understanding of working in a corporate environment
* Driven, innovative and dedicated
* Ability to manage multiple tasks against competing deadlines
* Very strong analytical skills

About Volvo Car Group
The future belongs to those who are empowered by a great idea and have the ability to carry it out. At Volvo Car Group, our vision is clear: "To be the world's most progressive and desired premium car brand". And we believe our global success will be driven by making life less complicated for people, while strengthening our commitment to safety, quality and the environment. We have bold targets when it comes to innovation, sales and customer satisfaction and to make this happen, we need talented people onboard. People with passion, energy, business sense and the drive to innovate. People that want to create the next generation Volvo cars in a global, dynamic and respectful environment. We will support you to reach your full potential. Join us on this exciting journey into the future.

Contact
In this recruitment process we are collaborating with Randstad Professionals. If you have any questions regarding the position you are welcome to contact the responsible recruitment specialist Adam Johansson at +46 729-889443 or by e-mail adam.johansson@randstad.se.

Interviews will be held continuously. To apply, please register your profile and attach your application documents via the link below no later than September 8th.