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Research and Development Engineer – Hybrid and Electric Vehicle System

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Reference 14447BR  (Please mention Stopdodo/Environment Jobs in your application)
Sectors Sustainability, Climate, CSR, EMS
Location Sweden - Europe
Town/City Göteborg
Type Fixed Term and Permanent Roles
Status Full Time
Level Senior Level
Deadline 08/04/2011
Company Name Volvo Group
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Description

Electrical and Hybrid Electrical Vehicle Systems group is seeking for a talented engineer to join our teams.

The group closely follows the front line technology and research in hybrid electric powertrains, electrical energy storage, electric drives, fuel cells and fuel cell systems. In the field of hybrid electric vehicles, the areas of competence are electric motor drives, traction batteries, hybrid powertrain control, and electric control architecture. Vehicle simulation activities focus on the design and control of hybrid electric vehicles. The group runs and participates in a wide range of projects with short-term, as well as long-term goals. For example, design and implementation of prototypes and products, feasibility studies, concept vehicles etc.
 
As a part of our group you will participate and assist in project teams associated with battery systems, electric driveline research and development, and Volvos hybrid vehicle integration programs. You will participate in, and lead, component and system level testing activities. You will work with existing and new clients to define project proposals and activities. You will create project schedules and budgets, and manage projects to completion, including written reports and technical papers.
 
Core Responsibilities

  • Provide technical expertise in the hybrid technology area

  • Participate and contribute to the development of the laboratory testing business of our group

  • Perform and document laboratory or on-vehicle tests of hybrid components including motors, drives, controls, energy management systems and batteries, and hybrid systems

Required Competencies

  • Recognized technical expert in hybrid vehicle system and subsystem technologies

  • Experience in planning of tests, laboratory experimentation, and data analysis

  • Good communication and teamwork skills

  • To be a self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision

  • Fluency in Swedish and English language

Desired Characteristics

  • Doctorate degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related fields

  • Expertise in electric machine technologies

  • Expertise in electrical energy storage systems

  • Expertise in using Matlab/Simulink-based hybrid vehicle models

  • Expertise in the vehicle integration of: software, electrical, and mechanical hardware

  • Expertise in the testing of motors, drives, batteries, energy management systems and vehicle controls

  • Expertise in developing, implementing and tuning controls and algorithms for traction motors, energy management and advanced batteries

  • Expertise in design & development of inverters and DC/DC converters

  • Project management skills

  • Strong analytical skills

  • The ability to work across all functions and levels as part of a team

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