Function Developer for Automatic Transmission Control Systems

Function Developer for Automatic Transmissions

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.

The section Propulsive Vehicle Control works very close to end costumer and is responsible for development of control algorithms and calibration of the in-house developed software "Propulsive Vehicle Control". This means we develop control algorithms, calibration and verification of shift schedules and shift quality for automatic transmission. Read drivers intension, from the accelerator pedal or from the speed limitation functions, to request a torque from the engine. The group Shift Controls and Calibration today includes 20 persons. We are responsible for development of control algorithms, calibration and verification of shift schedules and shift quality for automatic transmissions.

As Function Developer you are responsible of developing functions for shift schedules and clutch control. The Function Developer create in-house software to make it possible for our calibrators to obtain optimum balance between Drivability-, Performance-, NVH-, Emission- and Fuel consumption attributes for our customers. It is essential to have a focus on dual clutch transmissions, both conventional and hybrid concepts. You will be part of an energetic and committed team and have the possibilities to try out your developments direct in a car or on rig.

Main responsibilities

* Function development, implementation and testing
* Evaluation and problem analysis
* Support calibration teams, both in Gothenburg and for base project expeditions
* Active in group and section efficiency work (Find ways and methods to increase our future output)

Required qualifications

* Master university degree in engineering, preferably within Mechatronics, Engeeering Physics or equivalent
* Experience in software/function development
* Good knowledge in Targetlink, Simulink, Matlab or similar
* Experience from dual clutch transmission development is meritorious
* Analytical and skills in mathematics is a merit, since it supports our path towards 202020 goals with decreased development time for future projects and replace test vehicles with virtual- / model based testing
* Driver license B
* Fluent in English, both written and spoken

Personal qualities

* Ability to put end customer in focus
* Result-oriented and ability to make things happen
* A good team-player with high communication skills
* Structured and good ability to plan daily and future work effective

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 premium car brand". And we believe our global success will be driven by making life less complicated for people, while strengthening our commitment to safety, quality and the environment. 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 Emilie Hedman at +46 72 988 98 27 or by e-mail emilie.hedman@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 then May 3rd, 2015.