Expert Engineer, Thermodynamic Systems

What you will do

As a System Engineer in the Thermodynamic Systems team, you will collaborate with a local and global network of teams to grasp all possible system synergies and you will lead and support our engineers to set and maintain engine performance over the vehicle lifetime, offering to our customers the best product features on the market. 

Your day-to-day job will include collaborating with multiple engineering and cross functional teams, solving complex problems, delivering products to projects to support future applications, or improving existing customer's experience.

• As a System Engineer in the Thermodynamic Systems team, you will be responsible to:
• Develop the system competence and knowledge, share experiences and metnor less experienced engineers covering engine aftertreatment systems, air handling, fuel injection, exhaust gas recirculation and in-cylinder combustion.
• Develop recommendations in critical and complex system questions.
• Ensure calibration across multiple technologies meets requirement and performance objectives.
• Support and/or lead complex root cause analysis
• Based on the input requirements the SE: 
  • Develop and write system level 1 requirements for the system(s)
  • Develop, rank, and recommend alternative technical system solutions in line with technical roadmap and strategy.
  • Perform and lead concept evaluation activities using relevant methods.
  • Propose verification methods for the system(s) to verification lead.
• The selected technical solution is expected to be the best capable of fulfilling the system requirements.
• Deliver frozen system requirements (baseline) at the needed milestones (release; gates; builds…) according to project time plan.
• Perform technical review for the system for assessment of the technical readiness of the proposed system solutions.
• Document in system description the alternative system solutions; main results and conclusions from the system analysis phase.
• Share information with representatives from other systems as well as product applications by networking.

Your future team

Our team, EATS and Combustion sits within Powertrain Engineering which is a part of Volvo Group Trucks Technology North America. In the Thermodynamic Systems team, our focus is to develop Combustion Engine and Aftertreatment systems to achieve world class engine performance while delivering the best fuel consumption for our customers and respecting our environment. 

Together with us, you will be part of a global and diverse team of highly skilled professionals. We have a strong culture based on our company values, which is central to all our work. We believe in a work environment where:

• We constantly strive for outstanding Performance.
• We are obsessed with Customer Success.
• We initiate Change to stay ahead.
• We willingly place our Trust in each other.
• We have a huge Passion for what we do.

Who are you?

As a leader, you show interest in technology with a system perspective, and constantly strive at providing a vision and inspiration to your team and colleagues. You have good people skills and a strong ability to develop and motivate your coworkers as well as yourself. You are result oriented, with the final customer satisfaction in mind. You are recognized for being self-driven, and you feel comfortable dealing with uncertainty and risks. You demonstrate cooperation capabilities in diverse contexts, and you show courage and integrity. Being adaptable and taking up challenges will be part of your daily work. You welcome new thoughts and ideas to challenge one another and yourself. You are also ready to embrace the technology transformation on the long run, moving with your team towards new competences and new products.

Requirements:

• Bachelor Science in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field; Master’s Degree preferred.
• 12+ years of experience in Product Development within the automotive industry.
• Technical knowledge and understanding of the market and applications.
• Leadership experience in complex system development.
• Ability to collaborate effectively, maximizing each person’s contribution to achieve common goals.
• Effective communicator, able to provide a clear message and use compelling arguments to gain commitment.
• Experience in Project management, specifically in an agile environment, is an advantage.
• Can do-attitude and resilience.
• Ability to drive cross functional and global network and overcome roadblocks.
• Accountable, well organized, analytical, business-focused, and holistic mind-set.

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. 
• Workspaces that allow agility and collaboration. 
• Onsite facilities and activities that make everyday life easier including an onsite family medical facility, pharmacy, physical therapy, and fitness center.

Ready for the next move?

If you want to be a part of an organization developing solutions to address today’s global challenges and shape the future landscape of sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions, then apply today and join our team on this exciting journey!