OBD Embedded Software Application Engineer

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.

About Out Team

Powertrain Engineering contributes to the Volvo Group’s competitive position in the marketplace by developing and maintaining profitable products and product components in terms of quality, delivery, cost, and function, while ensuring compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements. Our scope of work includes the engineering and design of engines, gearboxes, axles, hybrid technology, and driveline, based on common architecture and shared technology. 

 

In Curitiba, we play a significant role in the Latin American market concerning Powertrain Engineering Applications. We have ownership of heavy diesel engines in all markets worldwide up to Euro 5 legislation. For Euro 6 development, we not only provide support but also engage in specific global responsibilities. Furthermore, we collaborate with the global organization on various delegated responsibilities as needed, including those related to US emissions standards (EPA/CARB), Euro 7, and concept development. 

 

In the EATS & Combustion Diagnostics team, we develop the OBD Software and calibration of combustion engines and exhaust after-treatment systems. Our team consists of skilled engineers with diverse backgrounds who work together to find innovative solutions for On-Board Diagnostics, through both deskwork and hands-on activities at engine test cells and vehicles, supporting software and hardware development. 

 

We are seeking a motivated individual to join us as an Embedded Software Application Engineer focused in On-board diagnostics. Do you want to be a part of it? 
 

What you will do

As an OBD (On-Board Diagnostics) embedded software engineer, you will work in the engineering department focused on heavy and medium-duty engines and their exhaust after-treatment systems. Your goal will be to assist the team in the design, development, and implementation of embedded software solutions that support diagnostic systems, enabling the monitoring and reporting of the performance of various components in compliance with legislative requirements. The diagnostics team collaborates with various areas of the Volvo Group, including vehicle testing, engine dynamometer operations, and calibration engineering, supported by a comprehensive infrastructure at the Curitiba plant. Our product scope includes trucks and buses, and we work closely with colleagues and customers in different countries, either providing support or taking on global responsibility.

 

Your core responsibilities will be

·  Develop software strategies, functions, and features specifically aimed at enhancing On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) systems, focusing on aspects such as diagnostic accuracy, compliance with emission regulations, and integration with exhaust after-treatment systems. This involves managing various phases of the product life cycle, from Advanced Engineering to Product Projects and Product Maintenance.
·  Actively engage in quality assurance by performing critical analysis of OBD software, evaluating the complete diagnostic system, and proposing, testing, and following up on solutions to enhance software reliability and performance.
·  Interface with a variety of stakeholders—including project team members, software development teams, and other engineering disciplines—within our multi-site organization, fostering strong networks that promote proactive and constructive collaboration on OBD-related projects.
·  Contribute as an active community member within the OBD software engineering domain, participating in process improvement teams and sharing best practices to enhance overall team performance.
 

Required Experience and Technical Skills

·  Solid knowledge of specific tools Matlab/Simulink and C programming languages;  
·  Other computer science / programming language skills (e.g. Matlab scripts, Python, code version control, data analysis, machine learning, etc.)

 

Preferred Qualifications

·  Understanding of powertrain operation and/or engine after-treatment systems.
·  Previous knowledge in On-board diagnostics.
·  Familiarity with data analysis and optimization tools such as Python, MATLAB, Uniplot, VBA, etc.
·  Knowledge of Euro IV, V, VI legislations and the engine certification process. 

 

Education

·  Master of Science (equivalent to engineering degree in Brazil) in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics or Control and Automation Engineering.
·  Higher graduation level is a merit.
·  Fluent in English and Portuguese, both written and spoken.
 

Este processo seletivo será conduzido com o apoio da consultoria Apriori.

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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 true, authentic selves to work and thrive in a safe and supportive environment, free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to breaking down barriers that might hinder your entry here. So, even if you do not meet 100% of the requirements listed in the job description, we encourage you to apply.

 

Applying for this role offers you the chance to be part of the Volvo Group. Every day, all around the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are a team of almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Achieving our mission creates countless career opportunities for innovative and passionate talents across the group’s leading brands.

 

Group Trucks Technology (GTT) is seeking talents to design sustainable transportation solutions for the future. As part of our team, you will help develop next-generation technologies and contribute to projects that establish groundbreaking sustainable solutions. Bring your passion for system development, collaborative work, and your unique skills to a place where you can truly make a difference. Join our team and help create a better society for the next generation.

Categoria do cargo:  Technology Engineering

Organização:  Group Trucks Technology

Necessidade de viagem:  Viagem Ocasional

ID da requisição:  16612