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Thesis Work - Large Language Models for design of automotive components using FEM

Thesis Worker at Volvo Cars
Welcome to explore the world of Volvo Cars by writing your thesis with us! As a thesis worker in our organization you are supported by a supervisor who follows you during your project. Through your thesis work you will be able to contribute to our company purpose – providing freedom to move in a safe, sustainable and personal way – from day one! 

About this opportunity - Background

For Volvo cars, the future is electric meaning that all future drivelines need to achieve the highest sustainability without compromising the user experience. To deliver this balancing act as a vehicle design, automation through machine learning is a prominent tool used in the industry. Recent automation applications of the Large Language Models (LLM) include Finite Element Method (FEM) modeling, leading to reduced complexity for engineering design. 

Scope of the thesis work

The MSc project aims to use Volvo Cars' concept models to teach an LLM agent how to perform design and dimensioning of vehicle components using FEM in industry-relevant detail. Accordingly, students are expected to implement an automation pipeline comprising Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) using Python, to read text-based databases for FEM models (available tutorials, but also papers and concept vehicle models). This framework will then be able to launch FEM computations automatically for the user-prompted performance index of relevance.  The project will be performed locally using the trained LLM in a sandbox.


The work will mainly be done using open-source FEM software on site at Volvo Cars in Torslanda, Gothenburg.

What you'll bring

We expect that the applying students have studied physics, mathematics, electrical engineering, or similar, and are comfortable with automation pipelines and scripting. The student(s) are also expected to be present on site at Volvo Cars in Gothenburg during most of the thesis work, and any living arrangements need to be organized by the student(s).

Duration

•    The work will start in January 2026; the exact date is to be discussed
•    The duration for this thesis work is 20 weeks.
•    30 ECTS (academic credits) if in agreement with your Thesis Advisor at the University
•    This thesis is to be conducted by 2 students working in pair. 


Volvo Cars. For Life.
For nearly a century, Volvo Cars has empowered people to move freely in a personal, sustainable and safe way. Today, we are driving bold advancements in electrification, sustainability and automotive safety. To realise our ambitious vision, we are seeking innovative minds who are ready to tackle the challenges of tomorrow – today.

At Volvo Cars, we believe extraordinary things are achieved by ordinary people with a passion for making a difference. If you’re inspired by the opportunity to help redefine the future of mobility, we invite you to be part of our journey.

Ready to take the next step?

Selection will be ongoing during the application period, so do not hesitate to send in your application. Attach your CV and personal letter in English stating your interests within the given area and your thoughts and credentials. Applications must be received no later than November 14, 2025. You will receive a confirmation email after your submission.

 

If you have any additional questions regarding the thesis work, you are welcome to contact: Supervisor, Raik Orbay at raik.orbay@volvocars.com or Co-Supervisor, Johannes Emilsson at johannes.emilsson@volvocars.com.



As part of the recruitment process, the final candidates might undergo a background check.

Welcome with your application!

Gothenburg, SE, 40531

Job requisition ID:  77927

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