Master Thesis: Contribute to easy boating
Göteborg, SE, 417 15
Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
Background
The Vehicle Interface department at Volvo Penta is determined to develop more user-friendly HMIs, including displays and controls. We are focusing on creating seamless user experiences for our marine and industrial customers. Therefore, it is important that we stay at the forefront of our development to be able to challenge the market and meet the user needs of the future.
We want to explore the future of marine display solutions. Displays that shall provide the skipper with all important information, functions, and features for safe and enjoyable passages at sea while also elevating the boating experience.
Thesis work objective
The Vehicle Interface department at Volvo Penta is determined to develop more user-friendly HMIs, including displays and controls. We are focusing on creating seamless user experiences for our marine and industrial customers. Therefore, it is important that we stay at the forefront of our development to be able to challenge the market and meet the user needs of the future.
We want to explore the future of marine display solutions. Displays that shall provide the skipper with all important information, functions, and features for safe and enjoyable passages at sea while also elevating the boating experience.
Qualifications and Personal Profile
Master students within Product Development, Industrial Design, Interaction Design or similar.
Starting time: January 2025
Duration: approx. 5-6 months
Number of students: 2
Language: English
Thesis level: Master, 30 ECTS
You should possess these qualifications:
Knowledge in any of the following fields or related disciplines
Human centred design methodology
Cognitive ergonomics
Human machine interaction/Human computer interaction
Proficient in tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, or sketch
Skilled in creating real-life prototypes to test and prove your concepts
Interested in boats and marine vessels
Please send your application including CV, Cover Letter, and Transcript of grades. If you have a portfolio, it is appreciated if you include it.
Contact:
Robert Broström, Manager Vehicle Interface, robert.brostrom@volvo.com
Alice Johansson, HMI Engineer, alice.johansson.2@volvo.com
Johan Eriksson, System Engineer, johan.eriksson.8@volvo.
Last application date: October 20th
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Who we are and what we believe in
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.
Volvo Penta, a world-leading supplier of engines and complete drive systems for marine and industrial applications, you will be part of a global and diverse team of highly skilled professionals who works with passion, trust each other and embraces change to stay ahead. We make our customers win.