Can you engineer a brighter tomorrow?
It’s crystal clear: the actions we take in the next few years will significantly impact our future. At Volvo Cars, we embrace change. We’re committed to transforming the automotive industry and leading in electrification. For this, we’re seeking out more creative minds to shape that future. Don’t miss this opportunity to create your tomorrow.
In Manufacturing Engineering, you are part of a global production team that makes sure that the cars we build meet the highest expectations from our customers. In close collaboration with colleagues in other business units, we develop and implement flexible and efficient production systems with a focus on people. If you want to reach your personal goals together with other people, Manufacturing Engineering is the place for you to prosper.The department Facilities, Tooling & Equipment is responsible for the implementation of process related equipment for our plants in all car project phases, as well as in running production.Our main customers are Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering and Maintenance
Main tasks
- This posting refers to the Senior PLC Software Engineer position in C-Shop.
- Responsible for handling tasks according to the process for Facilities, Tooling & Equipment in Volvo Car Business Management System. From concept phase, RFQ, design, installation, commissioning, launch to follow up.
- Support to other VCC plants may be required (Belgium, China, Sweden).
Responsibilities
- Leads/participates in equipment projects (cost estimation, planning, administration, procurement, verification and handing over) for plants.
- Performs safety, reliability, and cost analyses.
- Responsible for execution of equipment-FMEA.
- Supports running production with secondary problem analyses within the area of expertise.
- Responsible for knowledge transfer to Production and Maintenance in the projects.
- Creation/contribution to the development of instructions related to process equipment within the area of expertise.
- Leads/participates in standardization and technical networks within the area of expertise.
- Contributes in early project phases with specialist competence.
- Leads automation controls, PLC and SCADA aspects of new equipment installations.
- Supports other Equipment Engineers with electrical aspects of their projects.
Required qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer programming, computer science or equivalent work experience.
- Extensive experience with manufacturing systems, equipment installation and commissioning.
- 3+ years of Manufacturing Tooling experience industry.
- 3+ years’ experience of Siemens PLC programming (Siemens S7, TIA Portal).
- Fluent in English, additional languages are a plus.
- Solid understanding of computer programming and software development preferred.
- Strong computer skills (MS applications).
- Project Management skills are a plus.
- Skills in SCADA, AutoCAD and CATIA are a plus.
- Ability to understand basic electrical drawings and electrical theory preferred.
- Ability to troubleshoot electromechanical equipment, PLC and Drive Frequency systems, vision systems, and robotic equipment.
- Experience with industrial ethernet is a plus.
- High school diploma or GED required
Personal qualities
- Logical and tactical.
- High personal integrity.
- Structured approach.
- Strong communication and interaction skills.
- Positive and pro-active attitude.
- Self-starter, with the ability to work as an individual and in teams.
Core Competencies
- Collaborates:Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Drives results:Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances.
- Self-development:Actively seeking new ways to grow & be challenged using both formal & informal development channels.
- Builds trust:Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
Volvo Car is an equal opportunity employer. The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.
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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