Group Manager - Weight Management & Optimization
Volvo Car Corporation(Prd) / Kemiingenjörsjobb / Göteborg
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At Volvo Cars, we are always looking for world-class leaders who bring out the best in our people. If you want to be part of leading and inspiring our mission to change the automotive experience and make people's lives less complicated, then we have the job for you.
Group Manager - Weight Management & Optimization
What's in it for you?
The department Environment & Fluid Dynamics Centre is responsible for attribute areas Aerodynamics, Climate Comfort, Contamination, Environment, Vehicle Energy Efficiency, Thermodynamics and Weight optimization. The department has the mission to strengthen the brand by:
* Leading the Product & Quality work to develop environmentally sustainable cars in support of Volvo car's core value Environment
* Delivering robust cars in support of core value Quality
If you are the right person for this job, you have a keen interest in developing a strong team to lead the way to more weight efficient vehicle design.
What you'll do
The attribute Wight Management and Optimization is responsible for homologation, strategies, requirements and competence, as well as IT-systems and processes regarding the weight attribute. The group cover all aspects of weight on vehicle level, from concept to the homologation process as well as structural optimization to weight simulation. The group deliveries range from cycle plan input, technical input into the needs process, development of the next generation's weight strategy, legal compliance, setting and follow-up requirements cross programs and advanced engineering projects.
You'll be responsible of a team of 10 dedicated and highly knowledgeable members where you're responsible of creating development opportunities, establish a long-term competence development, planning activities as well as recruiting for key competences. You'll lead the group by example in the day-to-day work, drive the transition from physical to virtual attribute development, and secure legal compliance for weight worldwide. For the area of weight, you'll continuously work with the team to develop a weight IT-strategy and supporting IT-tools. Further, you secure the department's highly critical deliveries as well as the cooperation of weight resources with product and quality department in Gothenburg and China.
You will also participate in the department's transformation to agile work practices.
Do you fit the profile?
You have a MSc or equivalent work experience gained in the area of Mechanical Engineering. To fit for this role you have senior leadership experience from the automotive industry and a genuine interest in mechanical design and weight optimization. We also believe that you have an interest of IT-processes and tools, as well as a good communication and interpersonal skills. Besides that, you are fluent in Swedish and English.
If you have technical knowledge within mechanical design and/ or optimization, or agile development this is a plus. If you have a wide contact network witihin Volvo cars and a Drivers license, this role is an even better fit for you.
Who are you?
You are a leader that loves to motivate other, as well as having the ability to delegate. We also believe that you are driven, self-motivated and have an interest in creating a creative work environment for your team members. You have the ability to develop each and every one of your team members, as well as focusing on the bigger picture. As a person, you are open and positive with strong communication and interaction skills.
How to learn more and apply
For questions about the position, please contact Gunilla Karlsson, Senior Director Environment & Fluid Dynamics at
gunilla.karlsson.3@volvocars.com. For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact recruiter Sofia Bäckhed as
sofia.backhed@volvocars.com. We want your application at the latest July 2nd 2018. Please note that applications via email will not be accepted.
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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.
Varaktighet, arbetstid
FULLTIME PERMANENT
Publiceringsdatum2018-06-11ErsättningSALARY
Så ansöker duSista dag att ansöka är 2018-07-02
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Klicka på denna länk för att göra din ansökanKontaktSofia Bäckhed
FöretagVolvo Car Corporation(Prd)
AdressVolvo Car Corporation(Prd)
VAK building, Assar Gabrielssons väg
41104 Gothenburg
KontorsadressVAK building, Assar Gabrielssons väg
Jobbnummer 4195883
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