Analysis Engineer (Car Body Surface Treatment)

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.

What you will do

The Painted Body department within Vehicle Platform is responsible for the development of body structures and surface treatment systems for all Volvo cars. Development work is mainly conducted within the department and in close cooperation with Manufacturing, Procurement, Design, Suppliers and external partners.  Painted Body needs talented people on board. People with passion, energy, business sense and the drive to innovate and make things happen. This may be an excellent opportunity for you to take on a new challenge!

In this role as analysis engineer, you will belong to the group Surface Products and work within the Adhesives & Sealants area. Your main task will be the material responsibility for different surface treatment bulk material such as sealants and sprayable NVH materials. This includes the development and introduction of improved materials in our plants. You will also be responsible for the analysis and verification.
 

Working within surface treatment area means that you will establish and develop relationships with a variety of system areas and customers globally. You will work in close collaboration with Manufacturing Engineering and Procurement, and you will be responsible for keeping technical contact with suppliers. As part of our great team, you get access to long term development opportunities in the challenging and exciting area of surface treatment.

Qualifications
•    M.Sc in Chemistry/Materials or equivalent (university degree)
•    At least 5 years experience within the surface treatment or similar area including test and verification in lab environment
•    Experience from project management and technical leadership skills
•    Fluent in English (written and spoken)
•    Competence and experience are important, but personality and potential are key
 

Personal qualities 
•    Structured way of working and good documentation skills
•    Positive attitude and engaged
•    Interested in innovation and future trends and sustainable mindset
•    A team player but at the same time self-driven
•    Service minded and flexible
•    Enjoy a variety of tasks!
•    Customer and Quality focused 
•    Good communication skills
•    You are proactive and have a great sense of responsibility

Learn more and apply:

Does this sound like your next challenge? Kindly apply for this position through this portal no later than 2024/10/11, but please note that selections will be running continuously. Please note that due to GDPR we cannot accept applications through E-mail. If you have additional questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Malin Dahlen (malin.dahlen@volvocars.com). For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Senior Recruiter Michael Gottfridsson (michael.gottfridsson@volvocars.com ).

Volvo Cars - Driving change together​

Volvo Cars’ success is the outcome 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. Make sure you’re in the front seat on this exciting journey as we pioneer the driving and electrification technologies of the future.