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Senior Engineer

AB Volvo
Greensboro, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/27/2025

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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.

We are currently seeking a qualified person for a position within Chassis Analysis and Advanced Calculation team as a Sr. Durability Analyst with the opportunity to work on Diesel, Natural Gas, and Battery Electric Trucks. You will work in a state-of-the-art research and development organization dedicated to providing high-tech transportation solutions primarily to the North American market. The position entails a high level of collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams working on future products, analyzing complex mechanical & structural systems, and ensuring functional requirements are met by providing design recommendations.

As a Sr. Durability Analyst, you will be primarily responsible for evaluating various vehicle components and sub-systems and performing complete vehicle simulations to ensure durability and reliability requirements for North American products are met. You will work closely with various engineering teams within chassis, cab, electrical & testing departments to coordinate and lead complex simulation tasks. In addition, you will act as a technical liaison between engineering and testing teams to ensure test plans are properly executed and in alignment with design targets.

We are looking for a talented and customer-focused individual who can effectively communicate with component stakeholders across the vehicle engineering organization and ensure that the components and systems meet the structural design targets. The selected candidate will be expected to provide professional expertise as a fully competent structural analyst and be able to work closely with engineering stakeholders and help drive design changes in the most cost-effective way.

Responsibilities

  • Perform FEA analysis (Static / Modal, Non-linear, Vibration, Reliability / Durability & Fatigue calculations) on components, sub-systems and complete vehicles to ensure durability / reliability requirements are met
  • Conduct technical research, post-process and analyze simulation results, prepare engineering reports and provide technical recommendations to improve existing and new designs
  • Liaise with design engineers and testing teams to develop test plans and provide instrumentation roadmaps for durability and reliability testing
  • Perform validation studies to correlate simulation models to test data
  • Work with global technical strategy teams to develop simulation strategies and CAE methodologies
  • Work with project managers and engineering stakeholders to estimate CAE budget for new projects
  • Coordinate and delegate CAE tasks and manage team deliveries
  • Oversee and manage simulation tasks across engineering teams and, work packages & other tasks with external partners

Your future team

The Advanced Calculations team is a dynamic team of highly competent engineers who specialize in various CAE disciplines. We are responsible for ensuring functional requirements are met for durability & reliability, thermal management, cooling performance and other mechanical systems for heavy duty trucks developed for North America.

Who are you?

In this role you will bring :

  • A strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately interpret results and come up with recommendations to meet project goals.
  • Ability to work in cross-functional teams to communicate and agree on the designs for assembly, cost, sourcing and aftermarket servicing.
  • Ability to network with individuals and teams across various departments and sites, share information and resources as needed, and work towards achieving common group goals.
  • Effective communication skills with the ability to listen effectively, transmit information accurately, and actively seek feedback from other experienced engineers, project managers, etc.
  • Capable of performing a wide range of tasks, respond positively to changing timelines and / or project scope, and open to accepting new challenges, responsibilities, and assignments.
  • Demonstrable track record of technical excellence in numerical simulations.
  • Willingness to experiment with new ideas and designs and apply knowledge from past learnings in improving outcomes.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate highly technical information to people of varying technical ability.
  • A strong desire and passion to create the very best product, working as an integral part of a highly technical organization.
  • Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering with at least 6 years of industry experience or a Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering with at least 4 years of experience in structural analysis of mechanical systems.
  • Strong background in fundamentals of structural mechanics, durability and linear / non-linear analysis methods.
  • At least 6 years’ experience in use of commercial FEA analysis tools such as NASTRAN, Optistruct, nCode, Abaqus, Hyperworks etc.
  • At least 5 years of simulation experience in a product development environment, preferably in class 8 heavy duty truck development.
  • Experience with working on Linux / HPC systems.
  • Highly experienced in Linux OS and use of HPC systems for submitting and monitoring CAE jobs.
  • Practical hands-on experience with validation and experimental measurements including design of experiments.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with CAD (PTC Creo preferred) and component design & development.
  • Experience in Motionview, truckSim or other equivalent tools for vehicle dynamics simulations.
  • Experience in shell / linux scripting to automate repetitive tasks.
  • 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 :

  • A culture with a passion for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for all
  • An 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
  • Employee discounts and perks
  • Ready for the next move?

    If you are an energetic, passionate, analytical engineer with an interest in working with a global company impacting lives every day, then apply today to join us on our exciting journey! We look forward to reviewing your application.

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    Who we are and what we believe in

    Read on to fully understand what this job requires in terms of skills and experience If you are a good match, make an application.

    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. 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.

    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.

    Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

    Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.

    Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.

    If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.

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