Weight Architect

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport 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 Weight Architect you will be working with Load Capacity on complete vehicle level for FH/FM/FMx products which requires you to be active early on in the change initiative to impact solutions on components or systems. You will contribute to our weight road map, keep it up to date, communicate road map as well as propose changes to improve the load capacity. The role also includes collaboration with our weight network which involves interaction with a wide range of different stakeholders on our site in Gothenburg as well as on other sites.

You will work cross functionally with engineers and geometrical architects to give them the right pre-requisites for their projects. You will be supporting all areas within Volvo Group Trucks Technology (GTT) and in some cases supporting other AB Volvo business areas. You collaborate with our weight network meeting to find weight reduction ideas, initiate the ideas and monitor implementation and with other weight architects to collect and monitor weight development and give input to the road map. You will support engineers in material and installation questions for a component or system.

Furthermore, this position includes:

Competitor analysis.Performance review, i.e. review target fulfilment of Load Capacity.Participate / Lead our cross site networkDevelop our tools and way of working around weight

Who are you?

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.

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