Internship / Thesis research: Manufacturing Engineer

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. 

Introduction 

Volvo Group has been the first truck company launching the electric trucks in continuing to produce the diesel trucks in the same plants. 
In a Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement mindset, Volvo Group Operation is constantly optimizing assembly processes and fastening tools. 
 
Your ideal internship / thesis research 

We are looking for a student to work with our production teams to prepare the upcoming change of the tightening torques for chassis bolts. 
The objective of this project being to assess the impacts of this change, especially in regards with reliability, ergonomics and costs. 
 
Your mission : 

• you will be in charge of delivering a comprehensive mapping of each tightening stations and evaluate the risk of the torque change, supported by screw joint experts and engineering teams.
• In the role of ‘learning Manufacturing Engineer’, you will be in charge of delivering a comprehensive mapping of each tightening stations and evaluate the risk of the torque change, supported by screw joint experts and engineering teams.

Are we 'the perfect match'? 

• Trained as a mechanical engineer and interested in various technical fields (manufacturing technology, metallurgy, surface treatment, finite element calculations, virtual reality, robotics, …
• Open and flexible mind-set
• Comfortable with cross-functional work and multi-cultural teams. 
• You are a teamplayer!
• Fluent in English and ideally familiar with French.
• Accuracy is your greatest asset.
• You are hands-on.

Almost convinced?

Always wanted to know what is meant by "Swedish influences"? Curious about the real meaning of passion, teamwork and development? Discover it with us. We are happy to guide you in your first steps into the job market. Besides knowledge, guidance and a good time, we also offer you a free lunch every day. The Swedish meatballs? Those are also sometimes on the menu!
 
This is your moment to shine! 
 
Ready to join us in training the next generation of professionals? Apply and join a vibrant environment full of cool colleagues.

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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. 

Group Trucks Operations encompasses all production of the Group’s manufacturing of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also orchestrate the spare parts distribution for Volvo Group’s customers globally and design, operate and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. We count 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers across the globe. Our global footprint offers an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is the foundation. As our planet is facing great challenges, we - one of the largest industrial organizations in the world - stand at the forefront of innovation. We are ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us?