Battery Cell Simulation Engineer

Who are we?
Volvo Cars is a company on a mission; to bring traditional car manufacturing into a connected, sustainable and smart future.
Since 1927, we have been a brand known for our commitment to safety, creating innovative cars that make life less complicated for our consumers. In 2010, we decided to transform our business, resulting in a totally new generation of cars and technologies, as well as steady growth and record sales. Today, we’re expanding our global footprint in Europe, China and the US, and we’re on the lookout for new talent.
We are constantly pushing our own skills and abilities to drive change in the automobile industry like never before. We are looking for innovative, committed people to join us in this endeavour and create safe, sustainable and connected cars. We believe in the power of people and will challenge and support you to reach your full potential. Join us and be part of Volvo Cars’ journey into the future.

As Cell Simulation Engineer, you will be responsible to create analytic models for performance and life estimation of cells based on theoretical assumptions and experiences. Results are used to design HW and SW components of the battery in the increasing number of electric and hybrid vehicle projects. Python, MATLAB/Simulink, Comsol and similar tools will be used.
We at PES (Propulsion Energy Systems) are now investing heavily in developing our analysis operations for traction batteries in terms of simulations and through developing our new battery labs. The analyses of traction batteries grow fast and challenges both VCC, battery suppliers and our OEM competitors.
Volvo Cars is on an ambitious journey when it comes to electrification and we’re committed to putting 1 million electrified vehicles on the roads by 2025.


What´s in it for you
Your responsibilities as Cell Simulation Engineer will include analyses and development of prediction methods for usage of batteries in close cooperation with colleagues within the traction battery ART, other engineers within VCC as well as suppliers of cells and modules. You will be part of a team where everyone is included and collaborates well.


What you will do
* Create analytic models for life estimation of cells based on theoretical assumptions and experiences
* Develop and calibrate empirical battery models such as equivalent circuit models, including developing and optimising test methods for model development
* Develop and maintain empirical ageing models based on lab test data


You and your skills
We believe you have a Master of Science degree in chemical engineering, applied physics, mathematics or similar to qualify. A genuine interest and curiosity in the subject matter and excellent analytical and communication skills, both oral and written English, are needed. The ideal candidate for the position has a strong background in analytical work preferably by modelling component or system behaviors with Python, MATLAB/Simulink, Comsol or similar tools. Further, you have huge interest in modelling and programming.


How to learn more and apply
If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact Marie-Louise Holmer at marie-louise.holmer@volvocars.com For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Kristin Lövgren at kristin.lovgren@volvocars.com. Please note that applications via email will not be approved.
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 April 30, 2021.