Position Description Complete Vehicle contributes to deliver the right Products & Services to all Volvo Group brand customers according to product segmentation and brand positioning. In Complete Vehicle we are a team of specialized functions with various responsibilities: Aftermarket technology developing aftermarket solutions for the brands; FVV breaking down features to technical requirements, as well as verifying and validating products and services; Product Design translating the soul of the brand to a product message; Product Builds delivering all truck and component builds; Special Vehicle Development developing niche products.In Complete Vehicle we are close to end customers, understanding their needs and behaviors. Our engaged teams have a holistic view of the entire truck and bring hands-on truck experience.Features, Verification & Validation is a global organization using deep customer knowledge to break down customer features into technical requirements. We drive validation plans to reach the requested feature level and secure end customer satisfaction. We also manage the verification plans thanks to world class physical and virtual tests on the complete vehicle such as durability testing in rigs, fuel economy testing, reliability testing with customers and a variety of simulations and tests with trucks on proving grounds and open roads. Our skilled and engaged teams are located in Gothenburg, Lyon, Greensboro, Curitiba, Bangalore and Ageo.Job Summary * If you agree with the following items, then this is the position for you: * The idea of pushing a 600 Hp engine to its limits is exciting * Collecting and analysing data is your preferred way to solve problems * You are a “hands on” person who likes to get your hands dirty in the shop as much as you like working with a computer * You are up for the adventure of testing trucks in remote locations, on proving grounds, and in the lab * You would like to work in an enthusiastic and challenging atmosphere surrounded by skilled co-workers situated around the worldWorking as a test engineer in the Driver & Vehicle Productivity Testing group, you will design and execute tests in order to validate designs and systems for Volvo Group Trucks Technology.Accountabilities/ResponsibilitiesThe qualified candidate will: * Serve as a Product Engineer working in the Driver & Vehicle Productivity Group, primarily focusing on tests related to Noise, Vibration and Braking. * Plan, develop, and perform testing/validation using a chassis dynamometer, public roads and off-site test facilities. * Apply experimental methodology and use instrumentation to acquire data to support analysis and testing of heavy trucks and componentry. * Document results clearly and accurately in both technical report and high-level management summary format.Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills * Minimum BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering, MS Degree in Mechanical Engineering is preferred * 5-8 years of experience working in a laboratory environment or relevant design discipline, experience in automotive or heavy truck is preferred.Leadership Competencies * Action Oriented * Customer Focus * Perseverance * Technical Learning * Peer RelationshipPersonal Skills * Dependability / Reliability * Teamwork * Ownership / Accountability * Attention to Detail * Flexibility Travel Required (maximum) Occasional Last application date 30-Jun-2016 E-Verify Image Field US Disclaimer text Volvo Group North America is an Equal Opportunity EmployerE.O.E./M/F/Disability/Veteran

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