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Help us shape the future of mobility

At Volvo Cars, we’re on an exciting journey to shape the future of mobility. We’re building direct relationships with customers, and aim to be a leader in new technology. By 2030, our entire fleet will be fully electric, all in line with our commitment to sustainable mobility. Join us and become a part of our vision for the future – a future that's both exciting and a catalyst for positive change.

Who are we?

Manufacturing Engineering is the hub between product development and our manufacturing plants all over the world. Our mission is to develop global, lean production processes to create the best manufacturing environments. We make sure our future Volvo cars are manufacturable in the efficient processes developed, bought, and installed under our responsibility. Working for Manufacturing Engineering means teamwork, broad responsibilities, and learning something new every day.

Manufacturing Engineering Propulsion Components Industrialization has responsibility to develop and implement equipment solutions for product projects, running changes, capacity projects, and non-product projects according to project targets. You will be part of a process & technology team and the work also includes network with global ME technology team, plant engineering, and production within our company as well as with external suppliers.

What you'll do

Your main task is to lead the industrialization and launch new Battery tray and lid processes in new car programs. To succeed in the role, you need to lead the project team, coordinate with contractors, collaborate with different stakeholders, both internally and externally. In the launch phase, you will be responsible for pre-series production, where you need to lead a cross-functional team in order to deliver according to build plan. Manufacturing Engineers also support the production unit to improve efficiency, lower cost and improve product quality. You will also be responsible for Time, Technique, and Cost for the project from Volvo Cars side. And it is also required to have status reports to the Project Manager.

What you'll bring

We are looking for engineers with the following qualifications:

  • B.Sc. in Automation, Mechanical, Mechatronic Engineering or equivalent experience
  • Fluent in English & Swedish, spoken and written
  • Have experience in project management
  • High ambitions and eager to learn
  • A leader, team player, excellent in collaboration and communication skills
  • Work experience within manufacturing, especially within assembly
  • Special technical skills (manufacturing assembly process )
  • Have experience in problem solving

As a person, we believe you have great communication skills, and you collaborate well with others. We also think you are a structured person who plans and has good documentation skills. Self-driven, result-oriented, flexible, and positive attitude.

Want to know more? We hope so

We’d love to receive and review your application. If you want more information about the role and its responsibilities or simply learn a bit more about the team, please reach out to the hiring manager, Sathyamyla Kanthabhabhajeya (Sathya) at sathyamyla.kanthabahajeya@volvocars.com or the recruiter Ayla Kutlay at ayla.kutlay@volvocars.com.

Volvo Cars - Driving change together​

Volvo Cars’ success is the result of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive working environment. Today, we are one of the most well-known and respected car brands, with around 43,000 employees across the globe. At Volvo Cars, your career is designed around your skills and aspirations, allowing you to reach your fullest potential.​

By 2025, we aim to sell 1.2 million cars annually, with 50 per cent being electric cars and sold directly to customers mainly through digital channels. Join us on this exciting journey as we pioneer the driving and electrification technologies of the future.​

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