Apprentice BAC+4/5 Simulation engineer H/F

Location: 

Saint Priest, FR, 69800

Position Type:  Student

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 Simulation Engineer apprentice, you will be working on correlation activities between simulation environments (Simulation In the Loop & Hardware In the Loop), test cell results, and field test vehicles for electric and conventional Diesel truck powertrains. 

 

More precisely, you will:

  • Learn about our technology, products, and simulation ecosystem during a ramp-up phase. 
  • Review, develop and implement methods and tools for correlation across simulation and testing environments.
  • Improve simulation models based on correlation findings. 
  • Create and maintain structured comparison reports. 
  • Document and present your work and results. 

 

Your future team

You will be part of the Data & Simulation team, in the Powertrain Technology department, based in Lyon. 

Our core mission is to accelerate powertrain engineering through the design, development and maintenance of complete systems using Data Science & Simulation. We are 8 engineers committed to helping our department evolve and become more data-driven, efficient and innovative thanks to curiosity, creativity, and collaborative problem-solving.

Who are you?

You are curious, eager to learn, open-minded and you are always willing to explore new ideas and solutions.

Passionate about simulation, you have an engagement to transform theory into models or tool solutions to be able to deliver as business value. 

You are a team player aiming for collaboration, sharing and innovation.  

 

Other requirements for the position are: 

  • MSc Student in powertrain engineering or related fields 
  • Good understanding of powertrain systems and components (like engine, transmission, electric motor, battery, etc.) 
  • One experience in school or personal technical project related to simulation.  
  • Matlab/Simulink and similar tools  
  • Communication skills (both written and oral) 
  • Fluency in English 

 

As a plus: GitHub, Jira, AI tools and methods to accelerate engineering workflows, experience with any innovation or design thinking methodology. 

What’s in it for you?

You will join a pleasant working environment, by benefiting from a new building, high-end workspace combining, among other things, collaborative spaces (to facilitate teamwork), silence (to encourage moments of concentration), rest and conviviality and catering, to facilitate integration and inclusion.  

  •  Are you coming by metro/bus/tram? We cover 80% of your subscription!  
  • Moreover, we wish to promote our work-study students by applying a remuneration scale higher than the legal and conventional provisions.  
  • Your work-study program may also be punctuated by various financial benefits: 13th month, the profit-sharing, participation bonus, and the collective bonus!  
  • And as personal/professional life balance is important to us, you will have between 9 and 11 days of RTT per year, in addition to paid leave.  
  • Other benefits such as a Works Council (CE) and a concierge service will be there to make your daily life easier (deposit/collection of packages, administrative assistance, hairdresser, osteopath, beautician, dry cleaning, etc.).  
  • And since we know the importance of daily physical activity, you will be just a stone's throw from the Parc de Parilly and will have access to an equipped gym at a preferential rate.

Ready for the next move?

If this opportunity interests you, don’t waste another minute, apply and find out how we put words into action!  

Do you still have questions? Here are our contact details, I will be happy to answer them:  

  • Hocéane TEDIE, Manager: hoceane.kadio@volvo.com  
  • Xavier HUIN, Tutor: xavier.huin@volvo.com

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail. 

 

Who we are and what we believe in 
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. ​We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. ​We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment. 

 

Trucks Technology & Industrial Division hire team players who are ready to create real customer impact. Our decentralized teams work close to our customers, with speed and autonomy, to build what they truly need. 
Join us to collaborate on innovative, sustainable technologies that redefine how we design, build, and deliver value. Bring your curiosity, your expertise, and your collaborative energy, and together, we’ll turn bold ideas into tangible solutions for our customers and contribute to a more sustainable tomorrow. 

Job Category:  Technology Engineering
Organization:  Trucks Technology & Industrial
Travel Required:  Occasional Travel
Requisition ID:  30117

Do we share the same aspirations?

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.

Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.