Design Engineer, Installation Autonomous & Articulated Haulers

At Volvo Construction Equipment, we are driven by the idea that we will lead the way towards developing a world that is cleaner, smarter and more connected, through talented employees, imagination and technological innovation. We are building tomorrow together.


Join us on our exciting journey towards a more sustainable, autonomous and connected future. If you thrive in developing the future and want to be a part of a team where we share responsibility and are proud of the products and solutions, then we are hoping for you to join our team. Right now we are hiring a Design Engineer for our Installation team to work with installation of new technologies connected to automation, electrification and connectivity.


This is us, your new colleagues 
Volvo CE in Braås, located close to Växjö, develop autonomous and articulated haulers and wheel loaders. We do everything from product planning, development, sales and marketing to purchasing, manufacturing and assembly of the complete machine. Together with us you will be part of a global and diverse team of highly skilled professionals.


We have a strong culture based on our values, which is central to all our work.
We believe in Trust – We respect and trust each other
Passion - We have passion for what we do
Change - We change to stay ahead
Performance - We are profitable and can shape our future
Customer Success - We make our customers successful


Our work climate is open and supportive, and we emphasis on an inclusive work environment with good collaboration within departments as well as cross-functionally.


The team
We are four design engineering teams responsible for new product and feature development, and aftermarket quality. Our engineers are working in a supportive open landscape, closely together with production, purchasing, suppliers and aftermarket.


The Installation team consists of 10 design engineers who are working in cross functional projects. We are responsible for installation of the powertrain, hydraulic and electrical systems in the machines. By working with positioning and installation of all major components and equipment we are also very involved in the overall layout of the products.


The role
Together with your new colleagues, you will create products that represent quality, safety and care for the environment. We benefit from having the production line at the same location, as well as a global network within the Volvo Group.


You will work with both electrical and mechanical design solutions related to high voltage, radar, energy storage, radio communication, by-wire solutions etc. and join our transformation into the technology shift that we are facing


We strongly value that you as design engineer has the drive and passion to contribute to great teamwork and excellent innovations to meet future business challenges.


Who are you?
We believe it is the right mindset and attitude that will make a difference within our organization. If you see yourself working in an inspiring environment that challenges you to combine your technical skills with a team-based mindset, then we believe you have the right mindset to be successful in this position.


Knowledge & experience
To be successful in your new role you need the following knowledge/experience:
M.Sc./B.Sc. degree in Electrical or Mechanical engineering or equivalent
Experience from Electrical or Mechanical Design
Strong communication skills in English, spoken and written
Catia v5 or other 3D-modelling software

It is an advantage if you have knowledge or experience in some of the following fields:
Off-road machinery / Heavy trucks, Installation of engine, electrics and hydraulics, Sheet metal design, Fatigue calculations, Lean and Agile way of working

Are we a perfect match?
We can’t promise you an effortless job, but what we can promise you are some really skilled colleagues and some truly exciting challenges to work with. You will have big impact on to what extent Volvo will be successful in the on-going technology shift, both in terms of the functionality of the machines and how we develop these machines. You will work in a global environment that provides you with developmental opportunities both professionally and personally.


Welcome with your application!


The recruitment process will be ongoing during the application time.


Curious, and have some questions? Give us a call!
Mikael Fransson, Manager AH Installation, +46 (0)470 38 75 46


Union Representatives:
Jesper Alvarsson, Akademikerna, +46 (0)470 38 77 43
Johan Ask, Unionen, +46 (0)470 38 75 03
Thomas Gustafsson, Ledarna, +46 (0)470 38 76 37