Electronics/Software Test Engineer - Chassis Electronics

Electronics/Software Test Engineer - Chassis Electronics

At Research & Development you will be a key contributor to the next generation outstanding luxury cars from Volvo. Together with other engineers around the world, you and your team will create innovative human-centric car technology that makes life less complicated and more enjoyable for people. Are you interested in design and connected car technology? Do you share our passion for people, the environment and our urge to create a superior driving experience? Research and Development is the place for you to prosper.

Chassis Electronics Analysis and Verification is our section within the department Vehicle Dynamics and Active Safety Centre. Our section is responsible for analysis, verification and validation of system and software concerning Chassis Electronics. Using progressive technology and engineering, we are active and responsible during all stages of the product development process; ranging from the research phase through concept phase, industrialisation and post production quality support.

As a Test Engineer in Chassis Electronics, you are responsible for verification of software systems and functions within braking, steering and active damping. Most testing will be performed within a lab environment such as test benches, boxcars or using Hardware in the Loop (HIL). However, some testing will be carried out using a complete vehicle which is why a driver's license (B-level) is an absolute necessity. The everyday work is carried out in collaboration with various design departments as well as suppliers which is why good communications skills in a fast moving and international environment are a must.

Main responsibilities

* Testing and reporting to the project organisation
* Development of test methods and virtual test environments linked to requirements
* Evaluation and distribution of requirements
* Reviewing and following up on suppliers concerning their test methods as well as test results

Required qualifications

* University degree (MSc/BSc) in electronics or software
* Experience from and skills within: Canalyser/CANoe, MATLAB, Simulink, C-programming
* General vehicle knowledge and interest due to studies or previous experience
* Fluent in English (written and spoken)
* Driver's licence (B-level)
* Experience from automated testing is meritorious
* Knowledge of development processes regarding software testing/electrical development is meritorious
* Product/process/function development experience within the automotive industry is meritorious

Personal qualities

* A true self starter and a character of initiatives
* You plan, conduct, summarise and report your work in a structured and thorough manner
* You have good communication and social skills and a willingness to actively participate in the team's common matters
* Great cooperative skills

About Volvo Car Group

The future belongs to those who are empowered by a great idea and have the ability to carry it out. At Volvo Car Group our vision is clear: "To be the world's most progressive and desired luxury car brand" by simplifying people's lives. We have bold targets when it comes to innovation, sales and customer satisfaction and to make this happen, we need talented people onboard. People with passion, energy, business sense and the drive to innovate. People that want to create the next generation Volvo cars in a global, dynamic and respectful environment. We will support you to reach your full potential. Join us on this exciting journey into the future.

Contact

In this recruitment process we are collaborating with Randstad Professionals. If you have any questions regarding the position you are welcome to contact the responsible recruitment consultant Karin Örtegren at +46 72 98 89 428 or by e-mail karin.ortegren@randstad.se.

Interviews will be held continuously. To apply, please register your profile and attach your application documents via the link below as soon as possible but no later than December 8th 2013.