Test Automation Engineer - Propulsion Electronics Labs

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.

What do we offer?
Propulsion & Climate Labs is Volvo Cars’ Centre for testing of propulsion systems, in complete vehicle as well as in component form. To meet the future, we need to utilize state-of-the-art methods to test and verify next-generation cars in an efficient and correct manner. Do you want to contribute to new features and methods in our propulsion test cells? Then the role of Test Automation Engineer for Propulsion Electronics Labs within the group Methods & Software is the place for you to prosper.
We support propulsion test facilities for vehicles, drivelines, electric motors, batteries, transmissions and combustion engines, as well as aerodynamic- and climatic wind tunnel testing. Our work consists of software preparation of testing, test automation, processing- and handling of measurement data and project initiation and -participation.

What you’ll do
You will plan and manage TAS (Test Automation System) development activities. You will be responsible for development, maintenance and implementation of new features and methods in our propulsion test cells. You will implement the software setup in test cell control systems and conduct problem-solving investigations when required. You will be our expert regarding questions from users and plan and manage activities to bring out new functionality.
You will also get the chance to be involved in architecturally sound software decisions aiding future development and maintenance of our software suite. You will develop your competence by participating in the development and specification of test methods. In this role, you will also have the opportunity to build a broad network within R&D and the Laboratory.

Required Skills & Experience
* Sc. or B.Sc. Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent experience
* Experience in HW verification or test method development
* Experience in embedded programming, C, python and interface design
* Knowledge of ethernet, CAN protocols and measurement devices
* Knowledge of fault tracing complex systems consisting of HW and SW
* Experience in programming in a Test Automation System is highly meritorious.


You are comfortable making your own decisions and appreciate the freedom to take required actions on your own initiative. You have an analytical- and solution-based mindset, that empowers your ability to draw technical conclusions out of complex systems. You improve structure and process as a natural part of your work. You are cooperative by nature and bring out the best in others. You possess strong communication skills, a genuine interest in technology and are driven by constantly learning and improving, both yourself and your scope.

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