Principal 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.

Who are we
Climate system department is responsible for climate development within Volvo Car Group. The Department is part of Vehicle Platform unit within Volvo Car's R&D division. Climate Systems is owning most of the components connected to the climate function, and the SW-control of the same. We are in a challenging and exciting journey where climate is an important contributor to the electrification, energy efficiency and the digitalisation of the company.
What we offer
As a Principal Engineer in Energy Efficiency, you will be a part of the climate architecture team. This is a role where your leadership and collaboration skills are highly valued. You will have a broader approach and be responsible for developing the overall energy efficiency strategy.
You will contribute to the climate system development in all project phases. Together with the product development teams, Product Manager and System Architect you will prioritize and deliver the scope of the Architecture team.
Being a part of the Architecture team will also give you an opportunity to grow wider within your spectre of expertise.

What you will do
You will be the main technical competence within the area and daily work will include;
* Estimations of energy use and energy saving measures.
* Analysis of competitors and test data
* Support and represent Climate outside the departments and cross functional forums
* Explore innovation and advanced engineering to secure bandwidth and future architecture challenges.
* Lead the energy efficiency balancing, in the development of solutions, supporting Volvo Cars future business.
* Support developing teams in all development phases (Concept, Industrialization, and Maintenance) with technical competence.
* Participate and lead collaborations within and outside the department, as well as external partners and Universities.
* Educate people at Volvo Cars within the area of energy efficiency


Your Characteristics
* Interest in educating others
* Ability to see the bigger picture and apply business awareness
* Ability to build and maintain strong network and relationships
* Curious and open for new ideas
* Analytical thinking and pragmatic mindset
* Not satisfied until a phenomenon is understood


Educational Background and Experience
We believe you have completed at least B.Sc. degree in engineering and have relevant work experience of minium 5 years . You need to be fluent in English and have a driving license “B”, valid in Sweden.
We will be looking for the following skills:
* Broad experience in thermal dynamics technology & control systems
* Deep knowledge in engineering physics
* Experience in vehicle HVAC-systems and heat pumps
* Experience of testing and simulations, verifying and analysing test results
* Creatively combines available information and knows how to make estimates.
* Eager to understand how our customers use and experience our products, to be able to satisfy their expectations


How to learn more and apply
For questions about the position please contact Hiring Manager Lovisa Holm, lovisa.holm@volvocars.com or recruiter Jasleen Chhabda ,jasleen.chhabda@volvocars.com
We would like your application before October 15th 2022. Interviews will be held continuously, and the position can be closed before last application date. Please note that applications via email will not be accepted due to GDPR. Please apply through the system. We are looking forward to your application!