Summer Internship - Braking Performance

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.

Are you studying at a university and looking for an interesting summer job at a global company with endless opportunities? If you think you are the one we are looking for then you should apply for summer job with us in the summer of 2020.

Who are we?
Team of Teams Driving Dynamics & Noise & Vibration Centre is a department within Vehicle Engineering. The “Braking Attribute” team is actively participating in the development and verification of the vehicle. We are responsible for analysis, verification and validation of Attribute, functions, and systems regarding braking such as Brake Performance and Brake Noise Vibration Harshness (NVH). In addition, the team is also responsible for the requirements and method development of Braking Attribute. Using progressive technology and engineering, we are responsible during all stages of the product development process; ranging from the research phase through concept phase, industrialization and post production quality support.

Background
University student, with background in structural dynamics (preferably a master student). Some basic knowledge on FRFs (frequency response functions) is necessary.
Preferably, a student in acoustics or in applied mechanics with deep knowledge on structural dynamics.
It is meritorious if the student have had any experience in using measurements systems to measure FRFs, or has taken any course involving FRF measurements.

What you will do
Get FRF measurements of different brake systems to check the spread in between them, with especial focus on the brake disc: obtain and identify out-of-plane, in-plane compressional and in-plane shear modes and relate them to the different instabilities that have been identified in the vehicle resulting in brake squeal.

Do you fit the profile?
We are looking for a person that is Studying M.Sc. in something related with structural dynamics, preferably a master student in acoustics, applied mechanics or something similar. We believe that you have experience using measurement systems intended for NVH measurements, preferably someone that has measured frequency response functions in real systems.

We are looking for somebody with initiative that will come up with new ideas while carrying the measurements and investigation on brake systems, but at the same time somebody meticulous that will conduct the measurements carefully and accurately.

As most of our communication will be carried out in English, we see that you need strong English language skills both spoken and written.

How to learn more and apply
We want your application as soon as possible, but no later than February 16th 2019. You apply by submitting your resume and cover letter through this add; please note that applications by email will not be accepted.

Location: Göteborg

Duration
All summer worker positions will take place during the period June-August 2020 for a total work period of up to 10 weeks depending on the position. Note that some departments might be closed for a period during week 29-32.