Specialist Engineer, Ride Comfort

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. 

What you will do

As a Specialist Engineer, you will play a key role in evaluating ride comfort and vibrations of projects currently in development along with performing target and requirement setting for future Volvo and Mack ICE/BEV vehicles.  This will be accomplished by leading cross-functional activities in collaboration with Full Vehicle Validation and Chassis Engineering to create test plans, acceptance criteria, and system/component performance criteria that will deliver targeted ride comfort and vibration performance.  Additional responsibilities will be to be the lead for problem resolution and analysis of field concerns in these vehicle attribute areas, along with being the local source of best practice knowledge and education.
 
Responsibilities:
•    Creating and tracking vehicle vibration mode management strategy for Volvo and Mack products.
•    Evaluating key vehicle attributes of Ride Comfort and Vibrations, subjectively and objectively.  Must be able to perform independent vehicle testing, including obtaining a CDL.
•    Leading a cross-functional team to solve project/field ride/vibration concerns with urgency, as they arise.
•    Providing vehicle architects with fundamental design targets and specifications in early program phases to deliver appropriate attribute results, through competitor benchmarking and market driver analyses.
•    Attending technical and cross-functional meeting forums to stay up to date with the latest developments & advocating for the best total solutions for our vehicle plans.
•    Leading education of key ride comfort and vibration aspects and methods to raise the competency level of Chassis Engineering in Greensboro.
•    Creating and presenting technical summaries tailored for different audiences including senior management.
•    Identifying the key product opportunities, challenges, and gaps that the organization needs to address.  Support chassis product roadmaps for emerging technology integration.
 
Your future team
Our Team, Chassis Engineering, is a highly skilled group responsible for all chassis development of the North American Mack and Volvo truck brands. We develop chassis components and systems for internal combustion powered vehicles, electro-mobility powered vehicles, and upcoming autonomous vehicle solutions.
This position will report to the Group Manager for Vehicle Suspensions in the Chassis Engineering department. The Vehicle Suspension group is responsible for air and mechanical suspension solutions for all Volvo Truck North America applications. The Vehicle Suspension team works in close cooperation with many different functional areas within the Chassis area. 

Together with us, you will be part of a global and diverse team of highly skilled professionals. We have a strong culture based on our company values, which are central our work. We believe in a work environment where:
•    We constantly strive for outstanding Performance.
•    We are obsessed with Customer Success.
•    We initiate Change to stay ahead.
•    We willingly place our Trust in each other.
•    We have a huge Passion for what we do.

Who are you?

You are an experienced engineer that is a team player and enjoys working in a cross-functional environment to develop engineering solutions for heavy-duty trucks. You thrive on solving complex problems and are known for your “outside of the box” creative solutions.

Requirements:
•    Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
•    12+ years of related product development experience in the automotive industry, specifically in the areas of Chassis/Vehicle Engineering and NVH.
•    5+ years of Vehicle Dynamics experience, especially in limit handling and ride comfort evaluations.  Must also be comfortable setting up and performing instrumented vehicle evaluations.
•    Ability to mentor and guide design engineers in best practice design methods.
•    Ability to work in the USA without sponsorship (US Citizen or Green Card).

Preferred competencies and attributes:
•    Heavy-duty vehicle suspension systems experience.
•    Familiar with CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) tools for FEA (structural) and/or multi-body vehicle dynamic simulation.
•    Familiar with PTC Creo tools.
•    Strong time management skills.
•    Proactive work style, familiar with Agile work process.
•    Ability to manage multiple tasks.
•    Ability for occasional domestic and international travel (10%)

What’s in it for you?

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including but not limited to:

·  Competitive base salary + company bonus pay structure.
·  Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and others.
·  401(k) with employer match, plus additional company contribution.
·  Generous Employee Time Off, additional company holidays and volunteering hours.
·  Onsite facilities and activities that make everyday living easier, including a cafeteria, fitness center, health services, and more.

 

In addition to the above, you will also enjoy:

·  An inclusive organization that prioritizes employees’ health and well-being.
·  Volvo Group University for professional and personal development.
·  A global organization with expansive career growth opportunities.
·  Modern workspaces that allow agility and collaboration.
·  Competency development through established competence based career pathing. 
·  Multiple automotive electric charging stations.
·  Bike racks, walking paths, outdoor dining/seating.
·  Employee discounts and perks.

Ready for the next move?

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.

 

Apply today and join us alongside almost 100,000 collogues empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions!

 

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

 

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:  Occasional Travel

Requisition ID:  20530