Specialist Engineer, Simulation & Test

Location:

Hagerstown, MD, US, 21742

Position Type: Professional

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

Volvo Group and the transport industry is thriving at a higher pace than ever before. Regulatory and customer demands require us to take responsibility for delivering new and innovative products at the highest quality. We´re at the verge of a technological evolution and together we want to shape the future of transportation. Do you want to be a part of it?

Your future team

Volvo Group Trucks Technology – Powertrain Engineering is managed in Hagerstown, MD and is used in many of the transport solutions offered. Our contribution is vital to ensure that high quality products meet our customers’ expectations. We are responsible for mechanical simulations in powertrain development for the US. We manage simulations of many different parts and systems. This means anything from a simple fatigue evaluation of a cylinder head to a forced response analysis of a complete powertrain. We are also responsible for fatigue analysis and experimental stress analysis using strain gauging.

Our group, Materials & Structures, currently consists of five Engineers; 1 Simulation Engineer, 1 Simulation & Vibration Engineer, 1 Metallurgist, 1 Polymer scientist and 1 Fluid Engineer. The overall mission for our Simulation Engineer is to support product development with high quality simulations and data analysis which drive design from a durability and feature perspective. We aid in the development and execution of rig tests to support both our product quality and our simulations, along with ultrasonic bolt mic measurements to confirm clamp load and elongation. Our Vibration Engineer evaluates our new products from a vibration perspective and works in close co-operation with our Simulation Engineer to improve final design.

We are happy to say that we´re looking for a new team member in mechanical simulations with focus on FEA and mechanical testing to strengthen our ability to meet the future needs. In our development of products, we want to create engineering excellence through simulation and you´ll be a key player in our development team.

Who are you?

We value that you are a dedicated and analytical engineer with a positive mind-set that wants to be part of a high performing team. You´re a person that sees opportunities, solutions and are always striving for improvements. A high level of competence within mechanical simulation using finite element methods is valued, along with a working knowledge of CAD design. As we´re a diverse environment working with many different stakeholders, your communication skills will be highly beneficial for this role, as well as having a personal ambition to always perform better!

In order to succeed in this role you need to be fully proficient in English and have a strong theoretical education; Bachelor or Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering or similar with focus on simulation. Programming skills in Python and ANSYS as well as a working knowledge of Creo add value to your application.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a great place to grow within an exciting evolving environment at the same time as we develop fascinating products. We´re a global company and value diversity as a key to our current and future business success. Our core values are trust, passion, performance, change and customer success and we hope that you feel as connected to them as we do!

Ready for the next move?

If this sounds interesting, apply today. We look forward to meeting you!

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Who we are and what we believe in

Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Group Trucks Technology are seeking talents to help design sustainable transportation solutions for the future. As part of our team, you’ll help us by engineering exciting next-gen technologies and contribute to projects that determine new, sustainable solutions. Bring your love of developing systems, working collaboratively, and your advanced skills to a place where you can make an impact. Join our design shift that leaves society in good shape for the next generation.

Job Category: Technology Engineering

Organization: Group Trucks Technology

Travel Required: Occasional Travel

Requisition ID: 9527

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Do we share the same aspirations?

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.

Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.

Nearest Major Market: Hagerstown