Test Engineer- engine performance

Powertrain Engineering is looking for a Test Engineer within engine testing.
Take the opportunity to join the exciting change journey Powertrain Engineering (PE) is embarking on when creating the future powertrains for our customers as well as the future working place for our employees-come join us!


This is us, your new colleagues.
We are proud product owners for components, systems as well as complete powertrains. We are accountable for the lifecycle management of our products, from advanced engineering, through product development into the maintenance phase. The majority of our powertrain components are traditional combustion engines, after treatment systems, transmissions and axles, however the importance of e-mobility and combustion engines with new fuels are growing every day.
We stand in front of significant challenges – where reducing transport emitted CO2 emissions is one of the biggest.
In this position you will be part of an organization dedicated to technology as well as empowering and developing our employees. We always use customer satisfaction as the ultimate performance measurement.


Your responsibilities in the role as Test Engineer:
In the role as Test Engineer you will together with the test cell operator measure engine performance and emissions, where the main target is to conduct reliable test data. Beside this it is very important to understand the how the hardware setup affects the results from the test. You will be responsible for planning and preparing the test, ensuring the quality during testing, analyzing, validating and documenting the results. Alongside performing tests, an important part is to be a team player contributing to our supporting culture and drive the team forward.


Who are you? (Preferred knowledge/experience)
We believe that the most important aspect for this position is to have a genuine interest in engine development as well as to find joy in sharing and collaborating with your colleagues. We are looking for a person who enjoys the mix between the pulse in testing activities and the analytical challenge to draw conclusions.
To enjoy and thrive in this position, we also believe it is important to gain energy from continuous development and improvement; both in terms of learning and developing as a person, as well as implementing new test strategies and solutions.
Problem-solving and having an analytical approach as well as an eye for details, is highly appreciated.
We also believe it is important to have:
Master of Science or similar education
Education or experience of engine and exhaust aftertreatment is needed
Experience of measuring systems is an advantage
Fault tracing skills
Personal interest in combustion engines and experience of mechanic work is valued
Fluent in English, written and spoken
License for truck (C/CE) is a merit

What can we offer?
We can offer you an exciting and global work environment with experienced colleagues which will give you valuable experience for future development within Volvo Group. We recognize the importance of valuing diversity as a key to our current and future business success. You will get the opportunity to interact with highly committed colleagues from different cultures. Teamwork, energy, passion and respect for the individual are key values for us. We hope you will learn as much from us as we will from you.


Curious and want to know more? Please contact us! We look forward to receiving your application!
Johan Nilsson, Manager Engine Performance and Simulation (BF63110), phone +4676-9402038


Note: Due to Swedish summer vacation period applications will be reviewed after 2022-08-15. Therefore, do not expect any response before that day.


Kindly note that due to GDPR, we will not accept applications via mail. Please use our career site.