NOVO Energy R&D AB jobb i Göteborg

We are building a state-of-the-art facility and a world-class team of technologists for R&D into next-generation battery cells, and now we are seeking a visionary Principal Cell Design Engineer to spearhead this groundbreaking initiative. Get ready to shape the future while honing your leadership skills and becoming an expert in a technical field that will revolutionize the world!

Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Embrace an awe-inspiring challenge and be at the forefront of technological advancement. We are focused on integrating cutting-edge cell technology into vehicle design, ensuring safety, performance, and sustainability. Push the boundaries of battery design in a fast-paced environment. The cell design team work cross-functionally, collaborating closely with Materials and Process teams as well as with Volvo Cars to drive the development of next-gen batteries.

What You'll Do

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Analyze and validate test data to enhance cell properties, making statistically-informed inferences to improve cell design.

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Evaluate technologies and design & iterate experimentally, exploring various forms and chemistries in both an R&D and production-facing context.

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Conceptualize, implement, and optimize designs for multiple types of next-generation Li-ion cells.

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Lead and support team members, providing guidance and reporting progress to management.

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Introduce and evaluate new materials that enhance energy density, cycle life, and safety.

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Ensure long-term manufacturability requirements are met.


Your Background

Drawing on your extensive R&D experience, particularly within the battery industry, you have successfully led large-scale, innovative, and challenging high-tech projects.

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A relevant university degree in chemistry, electrochemistry, materials science, or chemical engineering is required.

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3+ years of R&D experience from a private company within the battery cell industry.

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Proficiency in making statistically-informed inferences from experimental data and translating them into cell design improvements.

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Experience from slurry formulation and mixing or mechanical cell design is a merit.


Personal Success Factors

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Passion for challenging new things

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Contribute to an inclusive, collaborative working environment with shared goals, and mutual trust.

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Highly organized with excellent management of working tasks


Our Team

Join our rapidly expanding team based in the vibrant hub of Swedish vehicle and tech innovation in Gothenburg. Be part of our journey as we construct a cutting-edge facility, backed by the support, investment, talent, and expertise of Volvo and Northvolt. With a diverse and global team, we foster a dynamic and enjoyable work environment, innovating for a climate-neutral future.

Our Offer

Full-time employment with a fixed salary and additional benefits. The planned starting date is ASAP, and if relocation is required, we will provide full support. Submit your application with an English CV or your complete LinkedIn profile to seize this exceptional opportunity.

Don't miss your chance to shape the future of battery cell design. Apply now and be part of an exhilarating global venture!


Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Our Gigafactory in Gothenburg will be one of the largest cell production facilities in Europe, with a potential annual cell production capacity of up to 50 gigawatt hours (GWh) - thereby enabling a supply of batteries for approximately half a million Volvo and Polestar cars per year. Our state-of-the-art R&D facility will gather leading expertise from all over the world, to create the next generation battery cells.

You can read more about this joint venture in these press releases, here and here.

We are building a state-of-the-art facility for research and development of the next generation of battery cells, and we need your help in making it happen.

Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery.

Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

If you are experienced and passionate about modeling the physical world in a highly applied setting, this opportunity as Senior Modeling & Simulation Engineer is for you.

Key responsibilities

- Based on strong first-principles knowledge of physical systems, come up with quantitative (whiteboard-level) models of complex battery systems, ranging from 1-D diffusion gradients to non-steady-state heat transfer.
- Communicate, refine, and get buy-in on those models.
- Working from those models, expand them to 3 dimensions using FEM/CFD software. The goal is not to generate cool images; it's to predict actual physical and chemical behavior of cells.
- In tight collaboration with materials scientists and battery engineers, figure out how to check the accuracy of your simulations with physical experiments.
- Use your simulations to help accelerate battery development by accurately predicting the behavior of cells and packs without actually needing to build them. Help our battery design move faster and more deterministically.
- Communicate your results clearly both to your peers and your successors. Focus on clarity and being well-understood throughout the organization.
- Function as a reality-checker in vetting new technologies.
- Personally invest in building a world-class working environment.

Education and experience

- A relevant university degree in engineering or pure sciences is required.
- 5+ years' experience modeling real physical systems using multiphysics software.
- Experience using
- Familiarity with modern software engineering methods, including version control tools.

Specific skillscommercial Multiphysics software (e.g. COMSOL, Star-CCM, Ansys, or similar).

- Excellent English written and oral skills; Swedish is a plus.
- Exceptionally strong grasp of engineering fundamentals, including heat transfer, stress-strain relationships, DC electrical power, and the basics of fields and flows. Strong understanding of standard quantitative modelling approaches (diffusion, non-steady-state flow, plasticity).
- Physical intuition: knowing what numbers are sane and reasonable for a model output. Instincts for always reality-checking models to improve the models
- Ability to clearly reduce complex physical phenomena to whiteboard-level models that are widely understandable.
- Highly organized and results-driven.
- Has a “can do” attitude and an entrepreneurial spirit. Flexibility, integrity, friendliness, motivation to take on new challenges, grit, and a sense of humor.
- Passionate and purpose driven - we enable the future of energy.



Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Our Gigafactory in Gothenburg will be one of the largest cell production facilities in Europe, with a potential annual cell production capacity of up to 50 gigawatt hours (GWh) - thereby enabling a supply of batteries for approximately half a million Volvo and Polestar cars per year. Our state-of-the-art R&D facility will gather leading expertise from all over the world, to create the next generation battery cells.

You can read more about this joint venture in these press releases, here and here.

We are building a state-of-the-art facility and a world-class team of technologists for R&D into next-generation battery cells, and we are now looking for a Lead Engineer for Battery Testing to make it happen. You will lead the R&D battery testing team in the delivery of battery and cell testing activities. We are a diverse engineering team in a fast-changing environment with a common goal to enable the future of energy.

Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery.

Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

What You’ll Do

You will lead our battery testing strategy and be responsible for the R&D battery testing team in the delivery of battery and cell testing activities. This includes planning test activities, capacity, equipment usage, and implementation of new methods. Ensuring all battery testing activities are running using best praxis and delivered on time. You will also handle troubleshooting and battery performance diagnostics.

You will provide technical expertise and guide the team where needed and have close collaboration with our material experts and cell team, being responsible for the management status reports.

Your Background

You have extensive experience with battery cyclers and industrial standards as well as good knowledge of Li-Ion battery technologies, their fundamental electrochemical processes, and their behavior during extensive use. You understand the hardware and embedded battery software needed for successful testing. You thrive from taking ownership and share our spirit of “getting things done”.

- A Master degree in Electrical Chemistry Engineering or equivalent
- Experience in battery testing
- Experience in developing and maintaining test procedures, equipment & software
- Experience in leading a test activities/technical work



Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Our Gigafactory in Gothenburg will be one of the largest cell production facilities in Europe, with a potential annual cell production capacity of up to 50 gigawatt hours (GWh) - thereby enabling a supply of batteries for approximately half a million Volvo and Polestar cars per year. Our state-of-the-art R&D facility will gather leading expertise from all over the world, to create the next generation battery cells.

You can read more about this joint venture in these press releases, here and here.

Are you a Specialist in Chromatography of Organic Liquids ready to take the chance to work at the forefront of energy storage R&D? Then you should join NOVO Energy's Material Technology team. Together we bring new battery materials to market in real, mass-market automotive products. You will see the results of your work on roads around the globe and you’ll help bring a new generation of mobility to life.

Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo Cars.

What you will do

You will focus on understanding the fundamentals of new materials and how they influence the performance of automotive batteries. You will plan and execute experiments, validate new analytical methods, and analyze data to assess which new materials, deployed together, will enable Novo Energy to meet performance requirements for next-generation Volvo and Polestar cars.

Design and execute experiments. Based on sound statistical methods, plan and deliver efficient experimental campaigns that provide actionable information about new battery cathode materials & manufacturing methods to cell designers.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Develop characterization techniques that empower you and the team around you to understand particle-level and electrode-level cell performance drivers.
- Discover causative relationships. Connect material-level properties to product-level battery performance specs. Figure out methods of predicting cell performance based on analytics at the particle and electrode level.
- Once validated, work closely with cell designers to scale new materials into full-size cell designs. Iterate.
- Stay on top of the newest technology and methods out in the world. Use your judgment to make the case for which technologies are aligned with the company’s goals and worth investigating further.
- Communicate complex chemistry and materials science concepts clearly to non-expert audiences. Make your planning and technical thought process visible and understandable to the people around you, from managers to technicians.

Skills & Requirements

To enjoy this role, you are comfortable in new settings, working on open-ended problems where no prescribed solution exists. When your experimental data doesn’t look right, you’re the first person to take a deep, in-person look at the experiment to understand and durably fix root causes of drift.

You thrive from extracting clean signals from noisy experiments and to produce high-quality technical work with minimal guidance and underdefined inputs. You are a curious and passionate team player who likes to have fun while achieving the goal!

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An advanced degree such as PhD in chemistry or materials science with a focus on analysis of organic liquids with experience in using relevant methods such as high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC-MS), or ion chromatography with mass spectrometry (IC-MS).

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At least 3 years of practical experience in battery R&D such as experience in battery industry or doing PhD in topics related to analysis and characterization of organic electrolytes- You’ve been through multiple iterations of new materials development, evaluation, and characterization.

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A strong foundation in organic chemistry fundamentals, materials science and chemistry.

- The ideal candidate has experience with batteries and analytical tools to evaluate liquid electrolytes.




Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Our Gigafactory in Gothenburg will be one of the largest cell production facilities in Europe, with a potential annual cell production capacity of up to 50 gigawatt hours (GWh) - thereby enabling a supply of batteries for approximately half a million Volvo and Polestar cars per year. Our state-of-the-art R&D facility will gather leading expertise from all over the world, to create the next generation battery cells.

You can read more about this joint venture in these press releases, here and here.

We are building a state-of-the-art facility and a world-class team of technologists for R&D into next-generation battery cells, and we are now looking for a Battery Cell Build Analyst to make it happen. Are you into analytics and love working with data-driven development to solve real-world problems? Then you should join our team, together we enable the future of energy.

Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery.

Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Few industries offer as great opportunity for career growth and personal development as the new European battery industry. In working for this joint venture, you'll not only develop skills that are highly sought after in the global automotive and industrial sector, but you are also contributing to a climate-neutral way of life for future generations.

What You’ll Do

You will execute the battery electrode and process development for advanced high-energy density Li-ion batteries, by building and assessing new electrode material as well as conducting systematic processing experiments using electrode formulations to identify key parameters for product quality and electrochemical performance.

In this role you will have the opportunity to read and review technology proceedings and papers to broaden your knowledge, project future trends and propose directions in energy storage technology development.

You will be responsible for documenting electrode processing parameters and communicating key learnings to cross-functional teams to enable the transition toward production development. You will work closely with material, design, and manufacturing teams to ensure the successful development of battery cells.

Your work will be conducted in a laboratory/shop environment with analytical equipment (XRD, SEM, DEMS, BIT, optical microscope, data logger, thermal sensing devices, voltmeter, oscilloscope, etc.) You will also handle troubleshooting and resolve technical issues associated with battery cell production.

Your Background

The Cell Build Team is looking for an enthusiastic Analyst Engineer who takes ownership and is eager to collaborate to achieve great results. You are a goal-oriented, curious, and persistent person that enjoys solving problems at their root causes.

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MSc. degree or higher in Materials Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.

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Strong academic and scientific background in electrochemistry, applied electrochemistry or electrochemical engineering

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Knowledge in energy storage materials

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Experience in material characterization and analytical techniques

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Ability to design and execute new material evaluation and define the correlation between material property and electrode performance

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Ability to identify root-causes and conduct troubleshooting to solve issues

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English written and oral skills and detailed documentation skills




Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Our Gigafactory in Gothenburg will be one of the largest cell production facilities in Europe, with a potential annual cell production capacity of up to 50 gigawatt hours (GWh) - thereby enabling a supply of batteries for approximately half a million Volvo and Polestar cars per year. Our state-of-the-art R&D facility will gather leading expertise from all over the world, to create the next generation battery cells.

You can read more about this joint venture in these press releases, here and here.

We are building a state-of-the-art facility and a world-class team of technologists for R&D into next-generation battery cells, and we are now looking for a Lead Engineer for Battery Testing to make it happen. You will lead the R&D battery testing team in the delivery of battery and cell testing activities. We are a diverse engineering team in a fast-changing environment with a common goal to enable the future of energy.

Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery.

Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

What You’ll Do

You will lead our battery testing strategy and be responsible for the R&D battery testing team in the delivery of battery and cell testing activities. This includes planning test activities, capacity, equipment usage, and implementation of new methods. Ensuring all battery testing activities are running using best praxis and delivered on time. You will also handle troubleshooting and battery performance diagnostics.

You will provide technical expertise and guide the team where needed and have close collaboration with our material experts and cell team, being responsible for the management status reports.

Your Background

You have extensive experience with battery cyclers and industrial standards as well as good knowledge of Li-Ion battery technologies, their fundamental electrochemical processes, and their behavior during extensive use. You understand the hardware and embedded battery software needed for successful testing. You thrive from taking ownership and share our spirit of “getting things done”.

- A Master degree in Electrical Chemistry Engineering or equivalent
- Experience in battery testing
- Experience in developing and maintaining test procedures, equipment & software
- Experience in leading a test activities/technical work



Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Our Gigafactory in Gothenburg will be one of the largest cell production facilities in Europe, with a potential annual cell production capacity of up to 50 gigawatt hours (GWh) - thereby enabling a supply of batteries for approximately half a million Volvo and Polestar cars per year. Our state-of-the-art R&D facility will gather leading expertise from all over the world, to create the next generation battery cells.

You can read more about this joint venture in these press releases, here and here.

We are building a state-of-the-art facility and a world-class team of technologists for R&D into next-generation battery cells, and we are now looking for a Lead Engineer for Battery Testing to make it happen. You will lead the R&D battery testing team in the delivery of battery and cell testing activities. We are a diverse engineering team in a fast-changing environment with a common goal to enable the future of energy.

Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery.

Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

What You’ll Do

You will lead our battery testing strategy and be responsible for the R&D battery testing team in the delivery of battery and cell testing activities. This includes planning test activities, capacity, equipment usage, and implementation of new methods. Ensuring all battery testing activities are running using best praxis and delivered on time. You will also handle troubleshooting and battery performance diagnostics.

You will provide technical expertise and guide the team where needed and have close collaboration with our material experts and cell team, being responsible for the management status reports.

Your Background

You have extensive experience with battery cyclers and industrial standards as well as good knowledge of Li-Ion battery technologies, their fundamental electrochemical processes, and their behavior during extensive use. You understand the hardware and embedded battery software needed for successful testing. You thrive from taking ownership and share our spirit of “getting things done”.

- A Master degree in Electrical Chemistry Engineering or equivalent
- Experience in battery testing
- Experience in developing and maintaining test procedures, equipment & software
- Experience in leading a test activities/technical work



Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Our Gigafactory in Gothenburg will be one of the largest cell production facilities in Europe, with a potential annual cell production capacity of up to 50 gigawatt hours (GWh) - thereby enabling a supply of batteries for approximately half a million Volvo and Polestar cars per year. Our state-of-the-art R&D facility will gather leading expertise from all over the world, to create the next generation battery cells.

You can read more about this joint venture in these press releases, here and here.

We are building a state-of-the-art facility and a world-class team of technologists for R&D into next-generation battery cells, and now we are seeking a visionary Lead Cell Design Engineer to spearhead this groundbreaking initiative. Get ready to shape the future while honing your leadership skills and becoming an expert in a technical field that will revolutionize the world!

Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Embrace an awe-inspiring challenge and be at the forefront of technological advancement. We are focused on integrating cutting-edge cell technology into vehicle design, ensuring safety, performance, and sustainability. Push the boundaries of battery design in a fast-paced environment. The cell design team work cross-functionally, collaborating closely with Materials and Process teams as well as with Volvo Cars to drive the development of next-gen batteries.

What You'll Do

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Analyze and validate test data to enhance cell properties, making statistically-informed inferences to improve cell design.

-
Evaluate technologies and design & iterate experimentally, exploring various forms and chemistries in both an R&D and production-facing context.

-
Conceptualize, implement, and optimize designs for multiple types of next-generation Li-ion cells.

-
Lead and support team members, providing guidance and reporting progress to management.

-
Introduce and evaluate new materials that enhance energy density, cycle life, and safety.

-
Ensure long-term manufacturability requirements are met.


Your Background

Drawing on your extensive R&D experience, particularly within the battery industry, you have successfully led large-scale, innovative, and challenging high-tech projects.

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A relevant university degree in chemistry, electrochemistry, materials science, or chemical engineering is required.

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3+ years of R&D experience from a private company within the battery cell industry.

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Proficiency in making statistically-informed inferences from experimental data and translating them into cell design improvements.

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Experience from slurry formulation and mixing or mechanical cell design is a merit.


Personal Success Factors

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Passion for challenging new things

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Contribute to an inclusive, collaborative working environment with shared goals, and mutual trust.

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Highly organized with excellent management of working tasks


Our Team

Join our rapidly expanding team based in the vibrant hub of Swedish vehicle and tech innovation in Gothenburg. Be part of our journey as we construct a cutting-edge facility, backed by the support, investment, talent, and expertise of Volvo and Northvolt. With a diverse and global team, we foster a dynamic and enjoyable work environment, innovating for a climate-neutral future.

Our Offer

Full-time employment with a fixed salary and additional benefits. The planned starting date is ASAP, and if relocation is required, we will provide full support. Submit your application with an English CV or your complete LinkedIn profile to seize this exceptional opportunity.

Don't miss your chance to shape the future of battery cell design. Apply now and be part of an exhilarating global venture!

Please note that we will be on vacation during July and you might have to wait until the end of August for feedback on your application for this role.


Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Our Gigafactory in Gothenburg will be one of the largest cell production facilities in Europe, with a potential annual cell production capacity of up to 50 gigawatt hours (GWh) - thereby enabling a supply of batteries for approximately half a million Volvo and Polestar cars per year. Our state-of-the-art R&D facility will gather leading expertise from all over the world, to create the next generation battery cells.

You can read more about this joint venture in these press releases, here and here.

We are building a world-class team of technologists for R&D into next-generation battery cells, and we are looking for a Battery Cell Development Project Manager to make it happen. Your main responsibility will be owning battery cell development projects from start to finish: from lab to commercial deployment.

Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery.

Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

You will be part of the NOVO R&D team based in Gothenburg. We develop state of the art battery cells for our customer Volvo Cars, from initial customer requirement to mass production. Development is done in close collaboration with our partner Northvolt.

What You'll Do

This role will drive dedicated work packages to enable development and industrialization of a customized battery meeting Volvo’s performance, quality, and cost requirements. As a Cell Development Project Manager, we expect you to have previously managed complex technical development programs within the automotive industry, preferably within battery technology. This role will require frequent travel to Northvolt Labs in Västerås, our partner in developing cells, for at least the first 2 years.

Key responsibilities include , but are not limited to:

- Take full ownership and drive cell development projects from planning to full-rate production.
- Secure the planning, execution, and delivery of agreed work packages from both internal and external collaborators.
- Create and maintain meaningful relationships with relevant key players and functions in NOVO and Northvolt, with an ability to travel extensively to development and production facilities throughout Sweden.
- Be the point of contact and liaison between NOVO R&D and Northvolt’s internal engineering team.
- Where needed, help transfer competence, scaling, and skills across teams while you drive ongoing cell development projects.

About You

You seek the truth in a complex and fast-moving technical environment. You make sure your word is always defensible, and present your findings honestly, precisely, and with facts to back you up. You’re able to motivate and inspire a team across multiple lines of reporting for the duration of multi-year projects. You collaborate with technical teams to problem-solve: find root causes, develop a plan to fix them, and then execute the plan.

You have worked through the entire arc of automotive product development, from prototype to production. Ideally, you’ve worked pre-prototype too: from lab to A-sample. You know manufacturing and understand the tempo of a factory and all its complex interfaces (and how to develop a product that works, at scale, in a factory).

You are flexible, meticulous, curious, and eager to learn from others. You have a strong technical background and have worked close to cutting-edge R&D teams.

Skills & Requirements:

- A MSc or BSc in Engineering or related technical field
- 6+ years of work experience in the automotive or battery industry
- Experience individually setting up and driving development projects in an industrial setting
- Demonstrated ability to lead through motivation and delegation of authority and tasks
- Willingness to roll up your sleeves and act on any level when needed, to get things done and reach project goals
- Excellent English communication skills: written and oral English, plus visual communication of complex information in slides and presentations



Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Our Gigafactory in Gothenburg will be one of the largest cell production facilities in Europe, with a potential annual cell production capacity of up to 50 gigawatt hours (GWh) - thereby enabling a supply of batteries for approximately half a million Volvo and Polestar cars per year. Our state-of-the-art R&D facility will gather leading expertise from all over the world, to create the next generation battery cells.

You can read more about this joint venture in these press releases, here and here.

Vi bygger en toppmodern anläggning och ett team i världsklass för forskning och utveckling av nästa generations battericeller. Nu letar vi efter en underhållsingenjör till vårt Prototype Labb, du kommer att etablera underhållsrutiner och lära dig av utrustningsleverantörer för att bli expert. Tillsammans möjliggör vi framtidens energi.

Volvo Cars är ett av världens mest välkända och respekterade bilmärken. Northvolt är en ledande leverantör av hållbara och högkvalitativa battericeller och system, dedikerade att leverera världens grönaste batteri. Tillsammans har vi bildat ett joint venture, NOVO Energy, för att både utveckla och tillverka battericeller till nästa generations fullt elektriska Volvo- och Polestar-bilar.

Dina arbetsuppgifter

Du kommer att jobba med operativt underhållsarbete, men också fokusera på att optimera underhåll av utrustning, system och anläggning med avseende på tillförlitlighet, kostnad och säkerhet. Du kommer att arbeta proaktivt med operatörerna och labbchefen för att möjliggöra kontinuerligt operatörsunderhåll samt vidta åtgärder vid akuta problem. Du kommer också att bedöma och rapportera om säkerhetsrisker som är förknippade med underhåll av utrustningen.

Du kommer att delta i investeringsprojekt för att specificera krav och minimera livscykelkostnader, utvärdera robusthet och dokumentation från leverantörer samt samordna installationen av utrustning och system. Vid behov är det du som driver garantiärenden gentemot leverantören. Du kommer också att utvärdera behovet av reservdelar och se till att dessa finns tillgängliga.

Du får möjlighet att initiera utbyte av kunskap med moderbolagen för att optimera arbetssättet kring underhåll.

Din bakgrund

Detta är en möjlighet för dig älskar att plocka isär saker, som inte är rädd för att arbeta med händerna och som alltid utforskar rotorsaken för att hitta den mest effektiva lösningen på problemet. Du är en resultatorienterad person med stark kommunikationsförmåga. Du trivs i en mångkulturell arbetsmiljö och är en sann lagspelare som vill ha kul samtidigt som du bidrar till en hållbar framtid!

- Utbildning inom mekaniska/elektriska system, automation eller instrumentering
- Ett par års erfarenhet av att arbeta med förebyggande underhåll och kalibrering inom en reglerad industri, tex mat eller medicin.



Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Our Gigafactory in Gothenburg will be one of the largest cell production facilities in Europe, with a potential annual cell production capacity of up to 50 gigawatt hours (GWh) - thereby enabling a supply of batteries for approximately half a million Volvo and Polestar cars per year. Our state-of-the-art R&D facility will gather leading expertise from all over the world, to create the next generation battery cells.

You can read more about this joint venture in these press releases, here and here.

We are building a state-of-the-art facility and a world-class team of technologists for R&D into next-generation battery cells, and we are now looking for a Lead Battery Test Engineer to make it happen. You will lead the R&D battery testing team in the delivery of battery and cell testing activities. We are a diverse engineering team in a fast-changing environment with a common goal to enable the future of energy.

Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery.

Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

What You’ll Do

You will lead our battery testing strategy and be responsible for the R&D battery testing team in the delivery of battery and cell testing activities. This includes planning test activities, capacity, equipment usage, and implementation of new methods. Ensuring all battery testing activities are running using best praxis and delivered on time. You will also handle troubleshooting and battery performance diagnostics.

You will provide technical expertise and guide the team where needed and have close collaboration with our material experts and cell team, being responsible for the management status reports.

Your Background

You have extensive experience with battery cyclers and industrial standards as well as good knowledge of Li-Ion battery technologies, their fundamental electrochemical processes, and their behavior during extensive use. You understand the hardware and embedded battery software needed for successful testing. You thrive from taking ownership and share our spirit of “getting things done”.

- A Master degree in Electrical Chemistry Engineering or equivalent
- Experience in battery testing
- Experience in developing and maintaining test procedures, equipment & software
- Experience in leading a test activities/technical work

Please note that due to vacation period the handling time of your application might increase, you will hear back from us at latest end of August.


Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Our Gigafactory in Gothenburg will be one of the largest cell production facilities in Europe, with a potential annual cell production capacity of up to 50 gigawatt hours (GWh) - thereby enabling a supply of batteries for approximately half a million Volvo and Polestar cars per year. Our state-of-the-art R&D facility will gather leading expertise from all over the world, to create the next generation battery cells.

You can read more about this joint venture in these press releases, here and here.

We are building a state-of-the-art facility and a world-class team of technologists for R&D into next-generation battery cells, and we are now looking for a Lead Engineer for Battery Testing to make it happen. You will lead the R&D battery testing team in the delivery of battery and cell testing activities. We are a diverse engineering team in a fast-changing environment with a common goal to enable the future of energy.

Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery.

Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

What You’ll Do

You will lead our battery testing strategy and be responsible for the R&D battery testing team in the delivery of battery and cell testing activities. This includes planning test activities, capacity, equipment usage, and implementation of new methods. Ensuring all battery testing activities are running using best praxis and delivered on time. You will also handle troubleshooting and battery performance diagnostics.

You will provide technical expertise and guide the team where needed and have close collaboration with our material experts and cell team, being responsible for the management status reports.

Your Background

You have extensive experience with battery cyclers and industrial standards as well as good knowledge of Li-Ion battery technologies, their fundamental electrochemical processes, and their behavior during extensive use. You understand the hardware and embedded battery software needed for successful testing. You thrive from taking ownership and share our spirit of “getting things done”.

- A Master degree in Electrical Chemistry Engineering or equivalent
- Experience in battery testing
- Experience in developing and maintaining test procedures, equipment & software
- Experience in leading a test activities/technical work

Please note that due to vacation period the handling time of your application might increase, you will hear back from us at latest end of August.


Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Our Gigafactory in Gothenburg will be one of the largest cell production facilities in Europe, with a potential annual cell production capacity of up to 50 gigawatt hours (GWh) - thereby enabling a supply of batteries for approximately half a million Volvo and Polestar cars per year. Our state-of-the-art R&D facility will gather leading expertise from all over the world, to create the next generation battery cells.

You can read more about this joint venture in these press releases, here and here.

We are building a state-of-the-art facility and a world-class team of technologists for R&D into next-generation battery cells, and we are now looking for a Control and Automation Engineer to make it happen. You will design, develop, and implement control systems for our R&D equipment and prototype lab. We are a diverse engineering team in a fast-changing environment with a common goal to enable the future of energy.

Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery.

Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

What You’ll Do

You will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing control systems for our R&D equipment and prototype lab.

- Develop PLC programs for control systems
- Design inhouse capabilities of battery cell development tools
- Troubleshoot and maintain control systems
- Work with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation of control systems
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations

Your Background

To be successful in this role you should have experience with PLC programming and have track-record of successful implementation of advanced automation systems in relevant industries. As a person you are self-going, solution oriented with a passion for solving complex problems with technology in a simple yet innovative way. You have the ability to work well with others in a multi-cultural team environment, as well as independently. We believe that you have:

- Master or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- 3+ years of experience in control system design and implementation
- Experience with PLC programming, Siemens, Beckhoff, ABB or other
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills in English
- Experience and interest in equipment design & process development

Please note that we will soon leave for vacation and during that period the handling time for your application will unfortunately increase. For this job, you may have to wait until the end of August for feedback.


Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Our Gigafactory in Gothenburg will be one of the largest cell production facilities in Europe, with a potential annual cell production capacity of up to 50 gigawatt hours (GWh) - thereby enabling a supply of batteries for approximately half a million Volvo and Polestar cars per year. Our state-of-the-art R&D facility will gather leading expertise from all over the world, to create the next generation battery cells.

You can read more about this joint venture in these press releases, here and here.

We are building a state-of-the-art facility and a world-class team of technologists for R&D into next-generation battery cells, and we are now looking for a Maintenance Engineer to make it happen. You will establish maintenance routines and learn from equipment suppliers in order to become an expert in our new lab, together we enable the future of energy.

Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery.
Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

What You’ll Do

You will develop and optimize the maintenance for the equipment, utility systems and facility in terms of reliability, cost and safety. Your role will include setting up, executing and reporting on preventative maintenance in collaboration with operators as well as take proper and fast action to perform trouble shooting and corrective maintenance. You will work proactively with the operators and lab manager to enable continuous operator maintenance. You will also assess and report on safety hazards associated with the maintenance of equipment.

You will participate in investment projects, to specify requirements so to minimize life cycle cost, evaluate robustness and documentation from suppliers, and coordinate the installation of equipment and systems. You will follow up on the performance of reliability of the equipment and claim warranty from the supplier when applicable. You will also evaluate the need for ware and spare parts and ensure these are available as needed.

You will have the opportunity to initiate the exchange of learnings with mother companies so to optimize the way of working with maintenance and calibration.

Your Background

This is an opportunity for you who always loved taking things apart, who isn’t afraid to work with your hands and who always explores the root cause in order to find the most sufficient solution to the problem. You are a result-driven individual with strong communication skills. You thrive in a multicultural collaborative environment; you are a true team player that wants to have fun while contributing to a sustainable future!

- Education in mechanical/electrical systems, automation or instrumentation
- A couple of years of experience from working with preventive maintenance and calibration in a regulated industry

Please note that we will soon leave for vacation and during that period the handeling time for your application will unfortunately increase. For this job, you may have to wait until the end of August for feedback.


Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Our Gigafactory in Gothenburg will be one of the largest cell production facilities in Europe, with a potential annual cell production capacity of up to 50 gigawatt hours (GWh) - thereby enabling a supply of batteries for approximately half a million Volvo and Polestar cars per year. Our state-of-the-art R&D facility will gather leading expertise from all over the world, to create the next generation battery cells.

You can read more about this joint venture in these press releases, here and here.

We are building a state-of-the-art facility and a world-class team of technologists for R&D into next-generation battery cells, and now we are looking for Senior Material Scientists to make it happen. Are you ready to take the chance to work at the forefront of energy storage R&D?

Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

The Material Technology team is a highly diverse and international team. Together we bring new battery materials to market in real, mass-market automotive products. You will see the results of your work on roads around the globe and you’ll help bring a new generation of mobility to life.

What You’ll Do
Your work will focus on understanding the fundamentals of new materials and how they influence the performance of automotive batteries. You will plan and execute experiments, validate new analytical methods, and analyze data to assess which new materials, deployed together, will enable Novo Energy to meet performance requirements for next-generation Volvo and Polestar cars.

- Design and execute experiments. Based on sound statistical methods, plan and deliver efficient experimental campaigns that provide actionable information about new battery materials & manufacturing methods to cell designers.
- Develop characterization techniques that empower you and the team around you to understand particle-level and electrode-level cell performance drivers.
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Discover causative relationships. Connect material-level properties to product-level battery performance specs. Figure out methods of predicting cell performance based on analytics at the particle and electrode level.

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Once validated, work closely with cell designers to scale new materials into full-size cell designs. Iterate.

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Stay on top of the newest technology and methods out in the world. Use your judgment to make the case for which technologies are aligned with the company’s goals and worth investigating further.

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Communicate complex chemistry and materials science concepts clearly to non-expert audiences. Make your planning and technical thought process visible and understandable to the people around you, from managers to technicians.


Your Background
To enjoy this role, you are comfortable in new settings, working on open-ended problems where no prescribed solution exists. When your experimental data doesn’t look right, you’re the first person to take a deep, in-person look at the experiment to understand and durably fix root causes of drift.

You thrive from extracting clean signals from noisy experiments and to produce high-quality technical work with minimal guidance and underdefined inputs. You are a curious and passionate team player who likes to have fun while achieving the goal!

- An advanced degree such as master or PhD in chemistry, materials science, physics, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of practical experience in battery R&D such as experience in battery industry or doing PhD in topics related to battery materials - You’ve been through multiple iterations of new materials development, from feasibility studies through deployment in full-size devices.
- A strong foundation in materials science and chemistry, electrochemistry, surface chemistry, materials structure, and both inorganic & organic chemistry fundamentals.
- A strong foundation in electrical principles: analog circuits, device characterization, and DC power fundamentals.
- The ideal candidate has experience with batteries, supercapacitors, photovoltaics, or other energy-delivering devices.

Please note that we will soon leave for vacation and during that period the handling time for your application will unfortunately increase. For this job, you may have to wait until the end of August for feedback.


Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Our Gigafactory in Gothenburg will be one of the largest cell production facilities in Europe, with a potential annual cell production capacity of up to 50 gigawatt hours (GWh) - thereby enabling a supply of batteries for approximately half a million Volvo and Polestar cars per year. Our state-of-the-art R&D facility will gather leading expertise from all over the world, to create the next generation battery cells.

You can read more about this joint venture in these press releases, here and here.

Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected automotive brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Few industries offer as great an opportunity for career growth and personal development as the new European battery industry. In working for this joint venture, you'll not only develop skills that are highly sought after in the global automotive and industrial sector, but you'll also make a concrete impact in creating a climate-neutral way of life for future generations.

We are building a state-of-the-art facility for research and development of the next generation of battery cells, and we need your help in making it happen. If you have engineered complicated production lines from scratch, this opportunity as Senior Battery Technology Engineer is for you.

Key responsibilities

- Leads the development of essential technologies to accomplish multiple projects relate process development based on knowledge of both materials and process depend on wide scope of industrial experience. Responsible for providing general technical guidance to engineers, serving as the technical point of contact for collaborations with suppliers and external research institutions, and the development of future process technology for material in next generation battery.
- Become an expert in multiple battery manufacturing process. This will include building in-depth knowledge of material optimization, process design, equipment optimization, planning, analysis, and controls.
- Play a key role in integrating material, process and equipment development in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Defines challenges in adapting materials to processes and provide direction for research and development.
- Design, implement, control, and optimize the battery manufacturing process to achieve high yield production and establish a QC system that can easily identify defects during manufacturing.
- Work closely with a wide range of cross-functional team members to mature new ideas from concept to production.
- Be proactively involved in creating a world-class working environment.

If you are the right person for this role, you are goal-oriented, curious, and persistent in solving problems at their root causes.
Education and experience

- A relevant university degree in electrochemistry, materials engineering, chemistry, or chemical engineering is required.
- 5+ years of experience in a similar position.
- Familiar with experimental/production processes in a data-driven environment, including SPC, DOE, and an ability to generate actionable insights from large datasets.
- Comfortable in new settings and working on open-ended problems where no prescribed solution exists.
- Has participated in large-scale research and development projects in a complex environment.

Specific skills

- Excellent English written and oral skills, Swedish is a plus.
- Eager to learn and understand our large-scale production processes.
- Highly organized, results-driven, and always guided by data.
- A proactive approach, initiative, and an ability to own and learn from mistakes.
- Exceptional problem-solving skills. A commitment to digging as deep as required to understand root causes and approach topics from first principles.
- Highly motivated toward solving problems and an entrepreneurial spirit
- Open to travel.
- Qualities that we cherish are flexibility, sense of quality, friendliness, motivation to take on new challenges, grit, and a sense of humor.
- Passionate and purpose-driven - we enable the future of energy.


Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Our Gigafactory in Gothenburg will be one of the largest cell production facilities in Europe, with a potential annual cell production capacity of up to 50 gigawatt hours (GWh) - thereby enabling a supply of batteries for approximately half a million Volvo and Polestar cars per year. Our state-of-the-art R&D facility will gather leading expertise from all over the world, to create the next generation battery cells.

You can read more about this joint venture in these press releases, here and here.

We are building a state-of-the-art facility and a world-class team of technologists for R&D into next-generation battery cells, and we are now looking for a Battery Cell Build Analyst to make it happen. Are you into analytics and love working with data-driven development to solve real-world problems? Then you should join our team, together we enable the future of energy.

Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery.

Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Few industries offer as great opportunity for career growth and personal development as the new European battery industry. In working for this joint venture, you'll not only develop skills that are highly sought after in the global automotive and industrial sector, but you are also contributing to a climate-neutral way of life for future generations.

What You’ll Do

You will execute the battery electrode and process development for advanced high-energy density Li-ion batteries, by building and assessing new electrode material as well as conducting systematic processing experiments using electrode formulations to identify key parameters for product quality and electrochemical performance.

In this role you will have the opportunity to read and review technology proceedings and papers to broaden your knowledge, project future trends and propose directions in energy storage technology development.

You will be responsible for documenting electrode processing parameters and communicating key learnings to cross-functional teams to enable the transition toward production development. You will work closely with material, design, and manufacturing teams to ensure the successful development of battery cells.

Your work will be conducted in a laboratory/shop environment with analytical equipment (XRD, SEM, DEMS, BIT, optical microscope, data logger, thermal sensing devices, voltmeter, oscilloscope, etc.) You will also handle troubleshooting and resolve technical issues associated with battery cell production.

Your Background

The Cell Build Team is looking for an enthusiastic Analyst Engineer who takes ownership and is eager to collaborate to achieve great results. You are a goal-oriented, curious, and persistent person that enjoys solving problems at their root causes.

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MSc. degree or higher in Materials Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.

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Strong academic and scientific background in electrochemistry, applied electrochemistry or electrochemical engineering

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Knowledge in energy storage materials

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Experience in material characterization and analytical techniques

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Ability to design and execute new material evaluation and define the correlation between material property and electrode performance

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Ability to identify root-causes and conduct troubleshooting to solve issues

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English written and oral skills and detailed documentation skills




Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Our Gigafactory in Gothenburg will be one of the largest cell production facilities in Europe, with a potential annual cell production capacity of up to 50 gigawatt hours (GWh) - thereby enabling a supply of batteries for approximately half a million Volvo and Polestar cars per year. Our state-of-the-art R&D facility will gather leading expertise from all over the world, to create the next generation battery cells.

You can read more about this joint venture in these press releases, here and here.

We are building a state-of-the-art facility and a world-class team of technologists for R&D into next-generation battery cells, and we are now looking for a Prototype Lab Manager to make it happen. You will play a key role in building up our new MLPC (multi-layer pouch cell) prototype lab and grow your own team of technicians to operate it.

Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery.

Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

What You’ll Do

To start with you will work in close collaboration with the Senior Director of Programs to build up our lab, you will also act as a super user for one of the filed in the lab, electrode, assembly or cycling. A big focus for you will be people management: hiring, scheduling and training. You and your team will execute and analyze cell builds, in close collaboration with R&D Engineering and other internal stakeholders.

You will be responsible for the lab operations, setting up the way of working, handling in-going material needs, implementing laboratory operational requirements to support analysis, all in all ensuring that laboratory operations run safely and efficiently.

Last but not least you will take part in continuous improvement of methodology and technology in order to secure the highest standards of safety, quality, and output.

Your Background

We are looking for an engaged leader, with experience in manufacturing in a regulated industry, preferably battery development/manufacturing. You take ownership and are eager to collaborate to achieve great results. You thrive in a multicultural and fast-changing environment.

You are a highly organized and result-driven individual with an eye for detail and a sense of quality. You have been involved in driving large, innovative, and challenging projects with high demands on accuracy and on-time delivery.

- Several years of experience working in a lab environment, preferably during “set-up” phase
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A couple of years of leadership experience (project or people management)

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Experienced with 5S, HSE, test/production planning and standardization

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English verbal and written communication, and detailed documentation skills




Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Our Gigafactory in Gothenburg will be one of the largest cell production facilities in Europe, with a potential annual cell production capacity of up to 50 gigawatt hours (GWh) - thereby enabling a supply of batteries for approximately half a million Volvo and Polestar cars per year. Our state-of-the-art R&D facility will gather leading expertise from all over the world, to create the next generation battery cells.

You can read more about this joint venture in these press releases, here and here.

We are building a state-of-the-art facility and a world-class team of technologists for R&D into next-generation battery cells, and we are now looking for a Maintenance Engineer to make it happen. You will establish maintenance routines and learn from equipment suppliers in order to become an expert in our new lab, together we enable the future of energy.

Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery.
Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

What You’ll Do

You will develop and optimize the maintenance for the equipment, utility systems and facility in terms of reliability, cost and safety. Your role will include setting up, executing and reporting on preventative maintenance in collaboration with operators as well as take proper and fast action to perform trouble shooting and corrective maintenance. You will work proactively with the operators and lab manager to enable continuous operator maintenance. You will also assess and report on safety hazards associated with the maintenance of equipment.

You will participate in investment projects, to specify requirements so to minimize life cycle cost, evaluate robustness and documentation from suppliers, and coordinate the installation of equipment and systems. You will follow up on the performance of reliability of the equipment and claim warranty from the supplier when applicable. You will also evaluate the need for ware and spare parts and ensure these are available as needed.

You will have the opportunity to initiate the exchange of learnings with mother companies so to optimize the way of working with maintenance and calibration.

Your Background

This is an opportunity for you who always loved taking things apart, who isn’t afraid to work with your hands and who always explores the root cause in order to find the most sufficient solution to the problem. You are a result-driven individual with strong communication skills. You thrive in a multicultural collaborative environment; you are a true team player that wants to have fun while contributing to a sustainable future!

- Education in mechanical/electrical systems, automation or instrumentation
- A couple of years of experience from working with preventive maintenance and calibration in a regulated industry



Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Our Gigafactory in Gothenburg will be one of the largest cell production facilities in Europe, with a potential annual cell production capacity of up to 50 gigawatt hours (GWh) - thereby enabling a supply of batteries for approximately half a million Volvo and Polestar cars per year. Our state-of-the-art R&D facility will gather leading expertise from all over the world, to create the next generation battery cells.

You can read more about this joint venture in these press releases, here and here.

We are building a state-of-the-art facility and a world-class team of technologists for R&D into next-generation battery cells, and we are now looking for a Maintenance Engineer to make it happen. You will establish maintenance routines and learn from equipment suppliers in order to become an expert in our new lab, together we enable the future of energy.

Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery.
Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

What You’ll Do

You will develop and optimize the maintenance for the equipment, utility systems and facility in terms of reliability, cost and safety. Your role will include setting up, executing and reporting on preventative maintenance in collaboration with operators as well as take proper and fast action to perform trouble shooting and corrective maintenance. You will work proactively with the operators and lab manager to enable continuous operator maintenance. You will also assess and report on safety hazards associated with the maintenance of equipment.

You will participate in investment projects, to specify requirements so to minimize life cycle cost, evaluate robustness and documentation from suppliers, and coordinate the installation of equipment and systems. You will follow up on the performance of reliability of the equipment and claim warranty from the supplier when applicable. You will also evaluate the need for ware and spare parts and ensure these are available as needed.

You will have the opportunity to initiate the exchange of learnings with mother companies so to optimize the way of working with maintenance and calibration.

Your Background

This is an opportunity for you who always loved taking things apart, who isn’t afraid to work with your hands and who always explores the root cause in order to find the most sufficient solution to the problem. You are a result-driven individual with strong communication skills. You thrive in a multicultural collaborative environment; you are a true team player that wants to have fun while contributing to a sustainable future!

- Education in mechanical/electrical systems, automation or instrumentation
- A couple of years of experience from working with preventive maintenance and calibration in a regulated industry



Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Our Gigafactory in Gothenburg will be one of the largest cell production facilities in Europe, with a potential annual cell production capacity of up to 50 gigawatt hours (GWh) - thereby enabling a supply of batteries for approximately half a million Volvo and Polestar cars per year. Our state-of-the-art R&D facility will gather leading expertise from all over the world, to create the next generation battery cells.

You can read more about this joint venture in these press releases, here and here.

We are building a state-of-the-art facility and a world-class team of technologists for R&D into next-generation battery cells, and we are now looking for a Battery Analyst to make it happen. Are you an enthusiastic learner who takes ownership and is eager to collaborate to achieve great results? Then you should join our team, together we enable the future of energy.

Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery.

Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Few industries offer as great opportunity for career growth and personal development as the new European battery industry. In working for this joint venture, you'll not only develop skills that are highly sought after in the global automotive and industrial sector, but you are also contributing to a climate-neutral way of life for future generations.

What You’ll Do

You will own the operating posture of Novo Energy's R&D battery test lab, from hardware to software and the workflow to carry out battery tests including developing data analysis standards and tools for automated battery cell analysis.

You will get the opportunity to follow new knowledge of academia and industry trends, new technologies and emerging testing methodologies, in order to implement them in our lab. You will develop new test cases and improved cycling methodologies to match our growing understanding of Volvo's vehicle design space. You will also collaborate with other engineers and scientists to develop and deploy new, customized electrochemical test methods like dilatometry, DEMS, or high-throughput EIS.

You will own the uptime for our cell testers. You will make case studies to find changes in software, hardware, or operation, that improve the uptime, you will also be responsible to implement those. You will contribute to design improvements for our cycling lab, fault tracing, and troubleshooting, both test equipment and the batteries themselves.

Last but not least you will contribute to growing the entire team by sharing knowledge in collaborative data analysis using modern data science tooling.

Your Background

You are a goal-oriented, curious, and persistent person that enjoys solving problems at their root causes. You are known for your analytical thinking and understanding of technical correlations.

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A relevant university degree in Chemistry or Data Science (or a degree in a related engineering field.)

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Extensive familiarity with DC electronics, including test & measurement hardware and EE lab best practices.

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Experience with electrical test and troubleshooting equipment, for example: DMMs, function generators, and oscilloscopes.

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Programming experience in C, Python, or a similar high-level language.

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Data storage, processing, and computing technologies.

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English written and oral skills.




Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Our Gigafactory in Gothenburg will be one of the largest cell production facilities in Europe, with a potential annual cell production capacity of up to 50 gigawatt hours (GWh) - thereby enabling a supply of batteries for approximately half a million Volvo and Polestar cars per year. Our state-of-the-art R&D facility will gather leading expertise from all over the world, to create the next generation battery cells.

You can read more about this joint venture in these press releases, here and here.

We are building a state-of-the-art facility and a world-class team of technologists for R&D into next-generation battery cells, and now we are looking for QHSE Coordinator to make it happen. You will be a key player in establishing the Quality and HSE organization!

Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

You will be working together with the Senior Director for QHSE and be part of developing the strategic roadmap for the QHSE within NOVO Energy.

What You’ll Do

You will be responsible for defining, producing, implementing and follow up management systems to achieve compliance with Quality, Environmental and Safety standards (e.g., ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO4500) across the operations of NOVO Energy.

The daily work within this role includes assuring quality, developing, implementing and follow up quality and safety management systems that meet ISO requirements. In addition, support the projects with safety related assessments and guidance.

- Sets, develops and leads quality strategy, objectives and target in alignment overall company objectives.
- Assure Quality of processes fulfils requirements.
- Take ownership of identifying and closing potential gaps to retain excellent results in all relevant Quality, Environmental and Safety standards.
- Create templates and processes for, and together with, different departments, take ownership in ensuring continuous adherence to set processes.
- Identify and suggest improvements to our project methods, processes, and standards as well as process and project quality control on a continuous basis.
- Define, suggest, and maintain structures and processes across the operations to meet Quality, Safety and environmental standards
- Coordinate Interfaces with different stakeholders (Internal, External, Partners and Auditors)

Your Background

You have long experience in QHSE and capability building. You have been part in driving quality and safety in challenging production development projects with high demands on industrialization and scaling. You thrive in a fast-paced international environment and have excellent time management skills. You will also need a high drive and strong communication skills in order to ensure that Quality and HSE Management System is understood and implemented correctly throughout the whole organization.

- Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, preferably specialization in Quality or Safety
- 5+ years of experience in quality/HSE management or similar field
- Proven knowledge about relevant Quality & Safety standards, specifically ISO
- Experience of working in manufacturing industry or R&D



Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Our Gigafactory in Gothenburg will be one of the largest cell production facilities in Europe, with a potential annual cell production capacity of up to 50 gigawatt hours (GWh) - thereby enabling a supply of batteries for approximately half a million Volvo and Polestar cars per year. Our state-of-the-art R&D facility will gather leading expertise from all over the world, to create the next generation battery cells.

You can read more about this joint venture in these press releases, here and here.

We are building a state-of-the-art facility and a world-class team of technologists for R&D into next-generation battery cells, and we need your help in making it happen.

Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery.

Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

This is a formidable challenge that presents us with a unique technological scope – to develop cell technology that is integrated in the vehicle design to meet safety, performance and sustainability requirements. As a cell design engineer, you’ll play a key role in making this reality!

Our Team
We’re a rapidly growing team based in the heart of Swedish vehicle and tech innovation in Gothenburg. We’ve just opened the doors to our first R&D lab and are already busy planning and building a true state-of-the-art facility for our world-class team of technologists, scientists and researchers to develop next-generation battery cell technology.

At present, we’re in start-up mode and offer an environment of unfettered opportunities, growth and technological possibilities. Backed by Volvo and Northvolt, we have the necessary investment, smarts, talent and support to make this happen. Today we are a small and flat organization with teammates from all over the globe, together we grow the team to attract the best talent in the world and we share the responsibility to make all newcomers feel welcomed. We have fun together while innovating for a climate-neutral way of life for future generations.

What You’ll Do

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Plan, create, implement, and optimize designs for several types of next-generation Li-ion cells.

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Gather, analyze, and validate test data to improve cell and electrode properties.

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Introduce and evaluate new materials that will improve energy density, cycle life, and safety.

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Develop physicochemical characterization techniques to determine performance correlation between physical properties and composition.

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Work closely with the Cell Integration team and other cross-functional stakeholders to make sure the final product meets immediate technical goals and long-term manufacturability requirements.


Your Background

We see that you have participated in large-scale R&D projects, preferably in a start-up environment, involving technical depth across multiple disciplines. You are eager to learn and understand our large-scale production processes.

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A relevant university degree in engineering or a pure science.

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3+ years of laboratory experience within the battery sector.

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Experience working with broad experimental campaigns involving large data sets. Ability to make statistically-informed inferences from experimental data and translate them into cell design improvements.

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Experience in material and electrochemical characterization and analysis.


You are a proactive problem-solver, highly organized and flexible, who anticipates setbacks. You appreciate clear communication and gathering around shared goals. You bring grit, a “can do” attitude, and passion to day-to-day work.


Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars as further announced in these press releases, here and here.

Few industries offer as great an opportunity for career growth and personal development as the new European battery industry. In working for this joint venture, you'll not only develop skills that are highly sought after in the global automotive and industrial sector but you are also contributing to a climate-neutral way of life for future generations.

We are building a state-of-the-art facility for research and development of the next generation of battery cells, and we need your help in making it happen.

Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery.

Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Few industries offer as great an opportunity for career growth and personal development as the new European battery industry. In working for this joint venture, you'll not only develop skills that are highly sought after in the global automotive and industrial sector, but you are also contributing to a climate-neutral way of life for future generations.

If you have engineered complicated production lines from scratch, this opportunity as Process Engineer is for you.

Key responsibilities

- Become an expert and owner in one/several battery-making process steps. This will include building deep knowledge in process design, equipment optimization, maintenance, planning, analytics, and controls.
- Play a vital role interfacing with equipment suppliers and collaborating with internal stakeholders to integrate machinery and process. Close experimental loops with responsive analytics.
- Lead with data. Draw on your technical background to design, implement, control, and optimize processes in a high-speed production facility.
- Work closely with a wide range of cross-functional team members to mature new ideas from concept to production.
- Be proactively involved in creating a world-class working environment.

About you

- Goal-oriented, curious, and persistent in solving problems at their root causes.
- A relevant university degree in electrochemistry, materials engineering,
- chemistry, or chemical engineering is required.
- 5+ years of experience in a similar position.
- Familiar with experimental/production processes in a data-driven environment, including SPC, DOE, and an ability to generate actionable insights from large datasets.
- Comfortable in new settings and working on open-ended problems where no prescribed solution exists.
- Has participated in large-scale research and development projects in a complex environment.

Specific skills

- Excellent English written and oral skills, Swedish is a plus.
- Eager to learn and understand our large-scale production processes.
- Highly organized, results-driven, and always guided by data.
- A proactive approach, initiative, and an ability to own and learn from mistakes.
- Exceptional problem-solving skills. A commitment to digging as deep as required to understand root causes and approach topics from first principles.
- Has a “can do” attitude and an entrepreneurial spirit.
- Open to travel.
- Qualities that we cherish are flexibility, sense of quality, friendliness, motivation to take on new challenges, grit, and a sense of humor.
- Passionate and purpose-driven - we enable the future of energy.



Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars as further announced in these press releases, here and here.

Few industries offer as great an opportunity for career growth and personal development as the new European battery industry. In working for this joint venture, you'll not only develop skills that are highly sought after in the global automotive and industrial sector but you are also contributing to a climate-neutral way of life for future generations.

Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy , to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Few industries offer as great opportunity for career growth and personal development as the new European battery industry. In working for this joint venture, you'll not only develop skills that are highly sought after in the global automotive and industrial sector, but you are also contributing to a climate-neutral way of life for future generations.

We are building a state-of-the-art facility for research and development of the next generation of battery cells, and we need your help in making it happen. If you have engineered complex automotive products with a test engineering focus, this opportunity as Lead Test Engineer is for you. You will in this role be in charge of vehicle integration cell testing strategy, innovate and analysis test procedures to define next generation test procedures for automotive vehicle cells and lead the validation task to ensure that the cells fulfil automotive capabilities, comply with regulations and standards.

As Lead Test Engineer for Automotive Cells , you will be the technical lead, coordinating the testing process from requirements to finished validation results including sign of towards production compliance. We strongly believe that you are data-driven with experience and passion to derive conclusions from generated and measured data. We strive for an open culture where you bring your own experience and ideas to develop the best performing and most cost-efficient battery cells. You will be part of the Systems Engineering Unit, working close with both our battery cell R&D team, manufacturing and liaison with Volvo Cars and Northvolt. The role reports to our VP Systems Engineering.

We are looking for an enthusiastic learner who takes ownership and responsibility for tasks and is eager to collaborate to achieve great results. We would like to see that you are familiar with Automotive Development Processes, with solid experience from battery cell/module/system testing towards the automotive industry.

We believe that you have multidisciplinary experience and an overview from simulation / electrical / mechanical design. In general, you have a collaborative spirit, and you are eager to contribute to creating great end-results.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Responsible for testing strategy incl. equipment for the vehicle integration testing
- Responsible standards and regulations overview
- Responsible for the test matrix/ test timeplan/ BOMS for test equipment samples
- Overview external test capability
- Write and document test procedure +results
- Data analytics skills
- Responsible for test cost calculation


- A relevant university degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanics, Physics or equivalent
- +3 years of practical engineering experience in an R&D-focused environment preferably within the automotive industry with focus on battery cell/ module/ pack testing
- Excellent English written and oral skills

We also believe you have:

- Project management experience or Lead engineer experience in electrification
- Comfortable with ambiguity; self-starter and purpose driven; have a strong sense of curiosity
- Brings a “can do” attitude and an entrepreneurial spirit to day-to-day work

If you are the right person for this role, you are goal-oriented, curious, and persistent in solving problems at their root causes. Your first-principles knowledge of engineering allows you to engage quickly with a wide range of new problems.

We see that previous experience from Automotive industry or Battery cell industry is positive, and we hope you share our passion for developing the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery cells for the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.
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Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy , to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Our Gigafactory in Gothenburg will be one of the largest cell production facilities in Europe, with a potential annual cell production capacity of up to 50 gigawatt hours (GWh) - thereby enabling a supply of batteries for approximately half a million Volvo and Polestar cars per year. Our state-of-the-art R&D facility will gather leading expertise from all over the world, to create the next generation battery cells.

You can read more about this joint venture in these press releases, here and here.