Thesis Work: Development and Validation of HV Bus-Tie Solutions for Marine Applications

Volvo Group; Göteborgs kommun; Hybrid; SEK 212,000 - 301,000; Part time

Job summary

Volvo Group's Volvo Penta unit seeks a Master’s student for thesis work focused on development and validation of HV bus-tie solutions for marine applications. You will evaluate prior results, explore concepts, and document electrical/mechanical designs while considering DNV and RCD requirements.

You will prototype, test, and assess outcomes, collaborating with the Mechanical Design and Energy Distribution team. Office-based in Gothenburg with 2–3 days/week on-site.

Qualifications

• Master’s student in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Product Engineering or a closely related field.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, electrical distribution and protection devices, with experience in electrical design, simulation or engineering documentation.
• Interest in prototype development, measurements and laboratory testing.
• Knowledge of HV systems, marine applications, EMC or relevant standards is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the results from the previous thesis and decide which Bus-Tie solution(s) should be pursued.
• Develop and compare selected concepts considering losses, cooling, cost, size and packaging, and develop the electrical and mechanical design with related documentation.
• Build a prototype, define and perform testing, and evaluate the results with consideration of applicable DNV requirements and the Recreational Craft Directive (RCD).
• Work with the Mechanical Design and Energy Distribution team to ensure cross-functional collaboration across the thesis period.

Skills

Electrical systems

Electrical design

Prototype development

Lab testing

English communication

Education

Master’s student in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

PSCAD

Job description

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Thesis Work: Development and Validation of HV Bus-Tie Solutions for Marine Applications

Location:
Göteborg, SE, 417 15

Position Type: Student

Permanent/Temporary: Temporary

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.

At Volvo Penta you will contribute to the development of electrified powertrain and energy distribution solutions for marine applications. You will:

Evaluate the results from the previous thesis and decide which Bus-Tie solution(s) should be pursued. Develop and compare selected concepts considering losses, cooling, cost, size and packaging, and develop the electrical and mechanical design with related documentation. Build a prototype, define and perform testing, and evaluate the results with consideration of applicable DNV requirements and the Recreational Craft Directive (RCD).

Your future team

You will primarily work with the Mechanical Design and Energy Distribution team at Volvo Penta. The team develops electrified powertrain and energy distribution solutions for a broad range of marine and industrial applications, with cross-functional interaction throughout the thesis.

Who are you?

Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring:

• Master’s student in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Product Engineering or a closely related field.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, electrical distribution and protection devices, with experience in electrical design, simulation or engineering documentation.
• Interest in prototype development, measurements and laboratory testing.
• Knowledge of HV systems, marine applications, EMC or relevant standards is advantageous.
• Mechanical design/CAD, MATLAB/Simulink or PSCAD experience is a plus.
• Ability to work at Volvo Penta office in Gothenburg 2-3 days per week.
• High level of personal drive and enthusiasm to problem solve.
• Analytical and curious problem-solver, able to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Strong English communication skills. Master thesis: 30 ECTS | Start: January 2027 | 1–2 students.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:

• A diverse work environment and close collaboration with experienced Volvo Penta engineers.
• Hands-on experience with HV electrification, prototype development and testing.
• Exposure to real-world marine electrification and the wider Volvo organization.
• Building your CV and exploring potential future career opportunities within Volvo.

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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.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

Volvo Penta, a world-leading supplier of engines and complete drive systems for marine and industrial applications, you will be part of a global and diverse team of highly skilled professionals who works with passion, trust each other and embraces change to stay ahead. We make our customers win.

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.

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