ExcelHer - Design Controls Engineer

Volvo Group; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Volvo Group India seeks an Experienced Engineer – Controls for the ExcelHer 9-month returnship program in Bengaluru. You will contribute to the design and development of cabin interior controls, including upper & lower control systems, with global collaboration across Volvo GTT teams.

The role involves concept generation, detailed development, supplier leadership, and cross-functional coordination to deliver robust control solutions for Volvo trucks.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years Mechanical Engineering experience, with automotive/cabin development preferred.
• Experience with airbags and EE interface to controls is a plus.
• Familiarity with design constraints of plastics, composites and sheet metal.
• Knowledge of testing and validation of components and systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop concept and detailed design for cabin controls in Volvo GTT.
• Lead supplier teams, write technical specifications, define product structure.
• Collaborate across functions and sites to align technical specs.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Automotive industry experience

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Catia V5

PDM systems

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.

About ExcelHer program:

We are pleased to introduce ExcelHer, Volvo Group India’s career returnship program designed to support talented professionals who are ready to restart their careers.

Open to individuals across genders

who have taken a career break of one year or more, ExcelHer provides an opportunity to re-enter the workforce with confidence and continue their professional journey.

9-month assignment

and provides participants with access to professional development opportunities, mentorship from a business leader, and the chance to work with diverse teams across functions, technologies, and cultures.

Position Description

Within Volvo GTT Cab Development we are looking for the position

Experienced Engineer – Controls

Within the Cab interior we are responsible for design and development of all components in the interior controls area.

The Controls team has the responsibility of complete development of Upper Controls & Lower controls for Volvo brand products in cooperation with Development center. Upper controls include Steering column/shaft, Steering wheel, airbags. Lower controls include complete pedal unit.

Due to a unique mix of competencies, several group members have global responsibilities in their respective areas and participate in company-wide module teams in order to align technical specifications, enhance quality and build value for all the truck brands.

We are now looking for a Engineer to take responsibility for concept and detailed development in this area.

Tasks And Responsibilities

As a engineer, you will work in all engineering phases, from advanced engineering to concept generation, detailed development and industrialization. Engineering documentation is done in Catia V5 and Kola. Other typical tasks include writing technical specifications, leading our supplier teams, defining product structure and working closely with feature responsible, testing engineers and product planning. You will work globally with development of Cab engineering concepts, advanced engineering projects and implementations for all Truck Brands. Your role will strengthen the Controls team and contribute to Volvo GTT vision within this area. The role is cross functional which means you will drive issues within the whole Volvo GTT organization and closely cooperate with suppliers, purchasing, manufacturing, testing, aftermarket etc both locally and on other sites within Volvo GTT. You should be able to take full engineering responsibility and independently deliver the tasks within your engineering area.

Profile And Qualifications

• 3-5 years Mechanical Engineering experience; Min 3 years’ experience in Automotive or in Cabin development.
• An understanding of design constraints of various manufacturing processes is a plus, especially regarding plastics, composites & sheet metal
• Experience in development of airbags, understanding of EE interface to controls
• Experience and understanding of legal demands for component/system as well as vehicle
• Knowledge of testing and validation of components and systems is required
• Experience in a major CAD system preferably Catia V5 is a plus
• Experience in using PDM systems is a plus

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Who We Are And What We Believe In

We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

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hire team players who are ready to create real customer impact. Our decentralized teams work close to our customers, with speed and autonomy, to build what they truly need.

Join us to collaborate on innovative, sustainable technologies that redefine how we design, build, and deliver value. Bring your curiosity, your expertise, and your collaborative energy, and together, we’ll turn bold ideas into tangible solutions for our customers and contribute to a more sustainable tomorrow.