Let's introduce ourselves

At Volvo Cars, we are making bold digital visions come true. We aim to lead in the automotive world by creating a digital ecosystem built around making our customers' lives less complicated. Now we are looking for curious, creative people who want to change the world through innovative thinking.

As a Shop Engineer in our Body Shop, you will be responsible for both current and future manufacturing processes in part of the Body Shop plant. You will be part of a growing team of Engineers and Process Analysts where you will take a shop wide approach in driving continuous improvements as well as people development.

What you'll do

Role Description:

• The purpose of Process Engineer is to:
• Drive efficiency improvements for current processes together with Production.
• Work for continuous improvements to process delivery, quality and cost (man-hours/non-value added).
• Participate in the 2nd line process problem analysis (through DMAIC methodology) and participate in the problem-solving process, when expertise competence is needed.
• Responsible for Process Engineering targets within time/technique/cost.
• Increase commonality and share best practices by working together within VCM.
• Decrease manufacturing variability within the Process Engineering area.
• Upon request, support core or commodity, when expertise competence is needed.
• Function as the interface between the Production department and time setting group Manufacturing Engineering.

Principal Responsibilities

• Drive efficiency improvements for current processes / new processes under industrialization together with Production / Launch.
• Plan for future car projects deliverables and rebalance manning requirements.
• Implement lean process improvements and reduce waste.
• Lead Kaizen events with cross functional teams.
• Participate in the 2nd line process problem analysis (through DMAIC) and participate in the problem-solving process when expertise competence is needed.
• Consider safety, ergonomics and quality in every aspect of your work.
• Perform return on investment calculations for suggested improvements.
• Perform time studies, capacity analysis, layout / product flow analyses and standardized work.
• Participate in Launch Team Activities and Budget Projects.
• Manage, organize, assist with training and facilitate Kaizen (Process Improvement) and lean thinking implementation workshops to achieve company objectives.
• Develops and maintains standard labor hours, cycle time and takt time.
• Improve efficiency of existing processes and equipment, using the Value Stream Map technique (Retrieval of information to analyze the process on a regular basis in function of OEE (Overall Equipment Efficiency), IEE (Internal Equipment Efficiency), equipment availability, product throughput times, frequent disturbances, quality loss, etc.
• Local and International travel may be required.
• DRM involvement/planning future models - line layouts and process development
• Review material facades and line side part staging for improvements.
• Be an expert in Volvo Car Line Fundamentals and make sure to spread that knowledge to other teams and ensure that we secure fulfillment on the shop floor.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• 2+ years’ experience from manual, highly repetitive and short cycle time assembly processes.
• Six Sigma Green Belt Certification is a plus.
• Excellent skills in MS Office, Team Center and preferably simulation software is a plus.
• Experience in project management.
• Effective communication skills in a global, cross-functional environment.
• Expert knowledge in balancing, manning calculations, productivity analysis/loss analysis, capacity analysis, and ergonomics.
• Strong knowledge of Product and Process Engineering.
• Experience of Leading People

To be successful in this role you also need to:

• Be proficient and have experience in line balancing, cycle time calculations, time studies, capacity analysis and other Industrial Engineering tasks.
• Have high energy and passion for your job. Be self-driven.
• Have excellent communication skills and ability to work in cross functional and global teams.
• Have great abilities to organize and prioritize.
• Have great problem-solving skills and a data driven approach.
• Hold great ability to build engagement within the team.

Let's talk benefits

Join Volvo Cars and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed with you in mind. Our programs offer choice, flexibility, and exceptional value, including competitive medical, dental, and vision plans, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and a wellness program with discounts and gifts, most of which start on day one of employment. You'll also have access to voluntary benefits and a robust retirement savings plan with employer contributions.

As part of our commitment to your well-being, we offer The Family Bond by Volvo Cars, a global paid parental leave policy covering all employees, including adoptive, permanent care foster, and surrogate parents. Additionally, employees and their eligible family members can lease a new Volvo at discounted rates through the Volvo Employee Lease Program (VELP). At Volvo Cars, our benefits extend beyond the workplace to enhance your life and support your family.

Volvo Car is an equal opportunity employer. The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.