Mechanical Integration Engineer i Göteborg

It's not about technology. It's about life.

At Volvo Cars, we’re on a mission to make people’s lives less complicated. We never start with technology and try to squeeze people in around it – we always design our cars around people, and we innovate to provide safe, sustainable and convenient mobility. Want to join us?

What we do
Are you a design engineer with strong collaboration and CATIA V5 skills ready for a new endeavor? 

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? If so, R&D is the place for you to prosper. 

The department Mechanical Architecture & Integration in the Complete Vehicle unit has the responsibility to lead geometric system integration of complete cars and platforms. The car is divided into seven blocks, and there are several Block Leaders with the overall responsibility for the blocks. 

We are now looking for a Mechanical Integration Engineer to join one of the blocks Door & Side, Dash & Compartment, or Roof within the Mechanical Integration Cabin group. 

What we offer 
As a Mechanical Integration Engineer, you will be responsible for balancing the design solution into the engineering phase and also concept development in the later part of the concept phase. You will balance the geometric requirements and solutions from among others: Attribute Leaders, Product Design, and Manufacturing to an agreed and well-functioning car. 

This is a very important and central role in our development process where balancing is the base for all further development work. The role also includes proposing or designing own suggestions for design solutions and to support Block Leaders with data for reporting in the various decision-making forums. In time, we also think that you should try on other block areas in the car to get even wider knowledge.

To summarize, as a Mechanical Integration Engineer you are an architect, a design engineer, and a driving force to maintain flow in the development process!

Your responsibilities
In this role, your main responsibilities will include the following:

• Lead the concept development in the area
• Balancing of design solution into the industrial phase
• Balancing geometric requirements and solutions
• Develop design proposals for technical solutions/manufacturing process in CATIA V5
• Perform benchmark studies on competitors
• Lead Vehicle Integration meetings

Who you are
We are looking for someone with a technical education (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, for example through years of practice) who has basic knowledge of product development processes within automotive as well as knowledge in CATIA V5. You possess technical skills as well as the ability to lead cross functional teams and meetings within different areas. Additionally, you are experienced in working with Microsoft Office and you are fluent in English, both written and spoken. Previous experience from working with design engineering and experience from Team Center Engineering and VisMockup is meritorious.

Your experience and competencies are important – but personality is key! We believe that you consider yourself to be analytical and structured. In this cross-functional role, you build extensive networks throughout the whole organization, and you are a skilled communicator and collaborator comfortable with speaking in front of larger groups. You approach situations with a holistic perspective, and with a genuine interest for facilitating, motivating, and guiding people. In your day-to-day job, you are engaged and self-managed, while being a committed team player. Finally, you have an open and positive mindset!

How to learn more and apply
Does this sound like your next opportunity? In that case, we welcome you to submit your application in English, consisting of both CV and cover letter, no later than April 3rd. Interviews will be held continuously, and the position may be filled before final application date so don’t wait!

If you have any questions regarding the position, you are welcome to contact hiring manager Mattias Fabricius at . If you have questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact recruiter Alice Elisson at .

Please note that due to GDPR regulations, applications via email will not be accepted.

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Who are we?

Everything we do starts with people. Our purpose is to provide freedom to move, in a personal, sustainable and safe way. We are committed to simplifying our customers’ lives by offering better technology solutions that improve their impact on the world and bringing the most advanced mobility innovations to protect them, their loved ones and the people around them. 

Volvo Cars’ continued success is the result of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive working environment. The people of Volvo Cars are committed to making a difference in our world. Today, we are one of the most well-known and respected car brands, with over 40,000 employees across the globe. We believe in bringing out the best in each other and harnessing the true power of people. At Volvo Cars your career is designed around your talents and aspirations so you can reach your full potential. Join us on a journey of a lifetime as we create safety, autonomous driving and electrification technologies of tomorrow.