Master Thesis work: Cleaning and reuse of engine oil

Job description

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure 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. 

Background

Are you ready to kickstart your career with one of the most innovative and renowned automotive companies in the world? We are thrilled to announce an incredible Master thesis opportunity at Volvo GTT starting in the beginning of year 2025.

Today as a part of preventive maintenance program and during some repair operations engine oil is replaced. Usually this is done within fast intervals. Intervals’ length depends on powertrain operating condition. Both trucks and buses perform replacement at certified Volvo dealers. There are huge volumes of replaced oil.

About the thesis work

There is a huge potential to reduce: 
•    Environmental footprint (CO2) and 
•    Economical cost
•    Improve logistics

 

The main goals for this thesis are:
•    Possibility to clean oil locally in the workshop
•    In case local cleaning not possible investigate logistic flow to RRBO
•    If local cleaning or RRBO is not a good or possible solution, what other use cases can we have for the oil?

 

There are many interesting aspects of this thesis work:
•    Possibility to clean oil locally in the workshop
•    In case local cleaning not possible investigate logistic flow to RRBO
•    If RRBO is not possible is there any other use case? Use as fuel on ships etc?
•    How used oil is handled today by Volvo
•    Benchmark of competitors
•    What requirements cleaned oil needs to fulfil
•    What tools are needed for cleaning (to fulfil requirements)
•    How to filter impurities but not additive?
 
 

Who you are

We expect you are finishing your studies in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
Background in automotive engineering and interests in sustainability and automotive industry are plus.

You are expected to start January/February 2025 and the location will be at Volvo GTT, Arendal, Göteborg

Ready for the next move?

If you are passionate about innovation, eager to make a difference, and ready to take your career to the next level, we would love to hear from you. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity! Apply now and be part of the Volvo GTT family.
Here are our contact details: William Bourne, GTT AMT, +46 765535756, william.bourne@volvo.com
Claes Frennfelt, GTT PWT, +46 739024389 Claes.Frennfelt@volvo.com

Last application date is 10th of November 2024. 

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail. 

 

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:  No Travel Required

Requisition ID:  14740