TECHNICAL EXPERT i Göteborg

Let's create the future together.

At Volvo Cars, we believe that being curious and truly committed to understanding people is the key to future success. We are people who care about other people, working together to create new technologies and innovations for safe, sustainable and convenient mobility. Want to join us?

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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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.