Thesis Work- Investigation and mapping of the planetary boundaries impact

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

As a global leader in sustainable change, we have a responsibility to build in ways that make our world stronger. We are determined to drive the industry transformation, influence change across the value chain and make a positive impact across several areas.

Volvo CE has committed to the Science Based Targets Initiative to prevent global warming to increase above 1.5° C. We now want to go further beyond carbon emissions and investigate what impact we have on other planetary boundaries.

What you will be doing

In this thesis work you will research the 9 planetary boundaries and map where our articulated haulers have an impact. So far, we have focused on the climate change sector and carbon emissions. You will choose one or two of the other aspects and analyze our impact in depth, for us at Volvo CE to understand what we can do to improve and make a difference.

As a result of the thesis, we are looking for suggestions on what actions we can take as a company to improve our environmental impact, related to the articulated hauler machines and the planetary boundaries mapping.

Who are you?

We are looking for you who have studied environmental science and/or engineering or similar. You are curious and have an interest for environmental issues. You know how to take responsibility to move forward, collaborate with colleagues and to deliver on time.

We want you to be present at our Braås site in Sweden, but not required to be full-time on site.

 

Thesis level:  The thesis is suitable for 1-2 students on master level and can start from January 2025.

Language:  Documentation in English

Last application date:  30th of November 2024.

 

For further information, please contact: Josefin Hult, josefin.hult@volvo.com

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. 

 

Part of Volvo Group, Volvo Construction Equipment is a global company driven by our purpose to build the world we want to live in. Together we develop and deliver solutions for a cleaner, smarter, and more connected world. By unleashing everyone’s full potential, we build a more sustainable future for all our stakeholders. Come join our team and help us build a better tomorrow. 

Job Category:  Technology Engineering

Organization:  Volvo Construction Equipment

Travel Required:  No Travel Required

Requisition ID:  15004