Senior Engineer - Seats, Driving Environment
Greensboro, NC, US, 27409
Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure 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.
What you will do
As a Senior Seat Engineer in the driving team, you will play a key role in the cross-functional team where the safety and comfort of the driver is always a priority.
Responsibilities:
- Act as a Product owner/Responsible Engineer of seat area components.
- Plan, develop and deliver challenging engineering projects.
- Ensure all geometric, manufacturing, and assembly requirements are analyzed, verified, and met with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Work with global partners and suppliers to coordinate Volvo comprehensive expertise.
- Meet key project targets such as delivering on time, within cost, weight, and quality targets.
- Assure compliance with all applicable vehicle regulations (FMVSS, FMCSR, etc.) relating to your area of responsibility.
- Opportunity for leading, coaching and mentoring
Your future team
Our team, Driving Environment, is a part of the Cab Engineering function for Volvo Group Trucks Technology (GTT), a division of Volvo Group North America. GTT provides state-of-the-art research, engineering, product planning and project execution to final delivery of complete products and support the products in the aftermarket.
In the Driving Environment team, our responsibilities are securing the driver is comfortable and safe and has access to what she/he needs during the workday. This includes aesthetic interior parts such as Instrument Panel, Door panels, Kick Panels, Controls - Steering wheel, column, shaft and pedals, Seats and Climate system (HVAC). The group is made up of talented, dedicated, and diverse individuals with extensive product development experience.
Who are you?
Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring:
- Passion for action and taking on new challenges in an agile work environment.
- Courage, integrity & trust and use these to build respectful, collaborative environment with your peers.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Business Acumen and ability to work effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Open to learning and sharing knowledge to support the global team.
- Pride in your ability to motivate and mentor others through high energy and technical expertise.
- Excitement to work in a global, diverse work environment.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering; Master's Degree preferred.
- 5-8+ years of experience of cross-functional product development in the automotive/truck/construction equipment/aerospace industry.
- Previous experience specific to the seat and seatbelt areas.
- Experience using CAD systems (Catia/PRO-E) and PLM systems with the ability to position and manipulate models.
- Customer focus, time management, strong communication skills, analytical, collaborative, business acumen and problem solving.
- A heavy emphasis is placed on the candidate’s energy, determination, creativity, technical analysis, and communication.
What’s in it for you?
We offer a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:
- An organization the prioritizes employee's health and well-being.
- Working in an empowered team solving complex challenges.
- Opportunity to work with new technologies such as automation, electromobility, and connectivity.
- Competency development through the Volvo Engineering Career Path.
- Modern workspaces that allow agility and collaboration.
- Multiple electric charging stations for cars.
- Onsite facilities and activities that make everyday life easier including a cafeteria, chair massages, fitness center and fitness classes offered daily.
Ready for the next move?
If you want to be a part of an organization developing solutions to address today’s global challenges and thrive in an environment working alongside some of the most skilled engineers in the transportation industry, then this may be the role for you. Apply today and join our team on this exciting journey!
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.
Group Trucks Technology are seeking talents to help design sustainable transportation solutions for the future. As part of our team, you’ll help us by engineering exciting next-gen technologies and contribute to projects that determine new, sustainable solutions. Bring your love of developing systems, working collaboratively, and your advanced skills to a place where you can make an impact. Join our design shift that leaves society in good shape for the next generation.
Nearest Major Market: Greensboro