Volvo Cars · 1 day ago
Systems Engineer - Pre-Production Management
Ridgeville, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expVolvo Cars is committed to transforming the automotive industry and leading in electrification. They are seeking a PPM Engineer to focus on the maintenance of product structure control and accurate bill of material for production, ensuring timely analysis of design release inaccuracies and systems readiness. The role involves collaboration with various teams to resolve production issues and optimize processes.
AutomotiveManufacturingMobileTransportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Analyze and perform product structure control of BOM for VCCH plant for all production shops, monitoring the daily changes in BOM and investigating structure errors
Create, build and maintain the product structure for all new upcoming models, projects and pre-series
Take corrective actions in advanced planning timeline: internally by adapting the local BOM, and externally by collaboration with R&D/Product Documentation team
Closely work with local Logistics, Engineering, Manufacturing and R&D teams to solve structure or production issues related to usage, change points or conflicts that could create production downtime creating path forward solutions aligned with shop leadership
Build and prepare pre series BOM identifying change parts for team to manage in the pre series environment needed by Shop Engineers, Logistic Engineers, and Launch Teams
Support and verify Just In Sequence (JIS) EDI investigations with suppliers on issues related to BOM or structure issues impacting JIS parts build (DELFOR/DELJIT)
Provide information on structure changes to several departments in the plant, when requested
Optimize and analyze the control system for detecting structure errors
Closely collaborate with local PPM RCP team, supporting and verifying potential conflicts within running production structure
Initiate the necessary meetings and handle possible issues when these occur
Full responsibility for steering of legal data (labels, VIN, etc.) in the Building Information System
Initiate corrective actions and perform structured problem-solving activities when needed
Act as business representative in system development projects
Secure that the main tasks listed above are fulfilled according to the agreed deliverables
Track key performance indicators for team, report discrepancies and take corrective actions if necessary
Create, check, and/or cover documenting processes and work instructions enforcing compliance
Qualification
Required
Bachelors required in Engineering, Data Science, Data Analytics or Computer Science
Minimum 3 year experience preferably within engineering change management scope, inventory control or supply chain and logistics
Knowledge of automotive industry or manufacturing
Knowledge of material planning systems
Knowledge of PPM (pre-production management) processes
Project and time management skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills as well as advanced analytical and critical thinking skills
Extensive and structured problem-solving skills
High interest in IT systems, processes and improvements driving
Strong skills in Microsoft office (with advanced focus on Access and Excel)
Proficient in SQL (any other additional programming language such as Python is a plus)
Proficient in Power BI
Detail and result-oriented attitude
Ability to work and train independently within a given framework and in an agile environment
Ability to work in an international environment
Carries out all duties and responsibilities with the utmost integrity and consistent with the highest ethical standards
Flexibility when faced with changing conditions
Listen to others and respect their differences
Strong customer focus and service mindset with the ability to build and maintain internal and external relationships
Benefits
Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans
Tax-advantaged savings accounts
Wellness program with discounts and gifts
Voluntary benefits
Robust retirement savings plan with employer contributions
The Family Bond by Volvo Cars, a global paid parental leave policy
Lease a new Volvo at discounted rates through the Volvo Employee Lease Program (VELP)
Company
Volvo Cars
Volvo Car Group specializes in the fields of automotive manufacturing and sales.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.42BKey Investors
Nordic Investment BankEuropean Investment Bank
2025-09-04Post Ipo Debt· $174.85M
2025-06-02Post Ipo Debt· $572.66M
2024-01-04Post Ipo Debt· $459.79M
Leadership Team
Hakan Samuelsson
CEO
Jim Nichols
Vice President, Head of Product & Technology Consumer Offer
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