HIL Software Developer for Propulsion & Climate Labs

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.

What do we offer?
Propulsion & Climate Labs is Volvo Cars’ Centre for testing of propulsion systems, in complete vehicle as well as in component form. We operate and develop propulsion test facilities for vehicles, drivelines, electric motors, batteries and transmissions, as well as aerodynamic and climatic testing. Our work includes hardware- and software preparation of testing, test execution and processing of measurement data.

To meet the future, we need to utilize state of the art methods to test and verify next generation cars in an efficient and correct manner. Do you want to contribute to the software development and -integration in our propulsion test cells? Then the role as HIL Software Developer for Propulsion & Climate Labs within the group Methods & Software is the place for you to prosper.

What you’ll do
You will join a team committed to working with the software development and -integration in our propulsion test cells. We manage complex systems and architectures with the aim of increasing automation, efficiency and quality in the field of electric motor-, battery-, combustion engine- and transmission testing.

You will develop interfaces between HIL, test cell control system and the test object (electric motor-, battery-, combustion engine- and transmission controls). You will also troubleshoot and validate models. You will have the chance to support HIL systems in a variety of test cells and participate in development of new testing methods.

In this role you will also have the opportunity to build a broad network within R&D and the Laboratory.

Skills and Experience are Important: 
* M.Sc. or B.Sc. in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equal experience
* Modelling using Matlab/Simulink or similar simulation tools
* Knowledge in dSPACE  and Vector systems is meritorious
* Experience from testing or similar work is meritorious

…but Personality & Potential are Key
You take own initiative and are proactive in crucial situations. You have an analytical- and solution-based mindset. You are cooperative by nature and enjoy being part of a team. You are genuinely interested in technology and are driven by constantly learning. 

How to Apply and Connect   
Is this you? Do not wait with your application! We will start the recruitment process immediately. We welcome your application by October 16, 2020 at the latest.

For questions regarding the position please contact Hiring Manager Fredrik Olsson at [email protected]. For information regarding the recruitment process please contact [email protected]. We do not accept application over email.