Chief Engineer Electrical Engineering Gothenburg

Do you recognize yourself as an engaged team player with great leadership skills? Are you looking for new challenges and growth by developing the future Electrical systems and doing it together with our highly skilled Electrical and Electronic Engineers? Are you ready to become a part of a management team responsible for delivering Volvo Trucks Premium Products?

Who are we?

Vehicle Engineering Gothenburg secures our customers’ success by leading and professional development of the premium vehicles FH, FM and FMX.

As product owners we develop the most attractive and profitable heavy-duty truck solutions in the industry. We work as one development team: supporting each other to secure delivery according to decided product plan, and we proactively recommend new technologies for future customer needs.

We are now looking for a Chief Engineer for the department Electrical, Electronics and Vehicle Communication (EEVC) in Gothenburg. In this role you will be the Product owner of the Electrical system for the Volvo Heavy Trucks, and you will lead the department with more than 100 highly skilled Engineers. As Chief Engineer you will be a member of the VE Gothenburg management team, and report to Vice President Vehicle Engineering Gothenburg.

Main responsibilities :

· Responsible and accountable for development and quality assurance of the Electrical components and wiring system for Volvo Trucks.

· Be updated on the product performance in various markets and secure world class products.

· Secure all product updates within the area and deliveries in line with plans.

· Secure a front office to the brand for the vehicles in production and aftermarket.

· Drive the Engineering agenda and technology plan for the product areas in the Electrical area.

· Lead and develop people, organization, and knowhow within the department.

· Contribute to harmonization and development of processes, methods, tools, and standards globally.

· Drive for Lean and efficient development with agile principles.

Qualifications

As our preferred candidate you have BSc/MSc in engineering with extensive experience from product development within the automotive industry, with a strong business mindset. You are also expected to have several years of manager experience on a Leading Leader level.

The core in your leadership is to inspire and lead with stability, inspiration and to be interested in developing the people around you, as well as developing the technology.

You are expected to have a holistic view, show managerial courage and be able to lead your team to achieve continuous improvements.