What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Project Engineer position at Volvo Cars AB?
Let's introduce ourselves
This role is located within the Plant Engineering – Plant Business Office (PBO) and is responsible for driving strategic planning, capital governance, and execution of plant projects. The position leads cross‑functional teams in a matrix environment to deliver efficiency improvements, physical plant changes, and non‑product initiatives aligned with plant strategy and KPI targets. The role bridges long‑term planning and hands‑on execution, ensuring projects are prioritized, approved, and delivered according to scope, cost, timing, and performance objectives.
What you'll do
Strategy, Planning & Governance
- Own and maintain the Master Plans covering product and non‑product needs (manufacturing, facilities, logistics, environment) over a multi‑year horizon.
- Translate plant vision into project roadmaps and execution plans aligned with capacity, efficiency, and business targets.
- Act as the voice of the plant in cross‑functional and governance forums.
- Own project and plant KPI scorecards, including tracking, reporting, and escalation.
- Benchmark other plants/competitors and analyze complex data sets to develop future strategies
Capital & Project Management
- Lead CAPEX governance for non‑product and transformation projects, including scope review, prioritization, and alignment with Controlling and Engineering.
- Manage project timelines, risks, dependencies, and change impacts.
- Ensure delivery of approved projects in alignment with scope, cost, timing, and KPI commitments.
- Support gate preparations and launch-related activities as assigned.
- Create dashboards and visualizations for simply communicating project status, gaps and next steps.
Layout, Space & Physical Implementation
- Lead plant-wide layout, space, and process flow planning for current and future production.
- Maintain and publish 2D CAD layouts and resolve spatial or infrastructure conflicts.
- Define and track space utilization and flow efficiency metrics.
- Support workstation and base process layout improvements for production teams.
Continuous Improvement & Innovation
- Drive efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and industrial engineering principles.
- Contribute to VCMS standardization and improvement of planning and governance tools.
- Lead pre-studies related to insourcing, automation, industrial structure, and smart factory initiatives.
- Coordinate pilot projects and external collaboration as applicable.
What you'll bring
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business Administration, or related field
- 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing, plant engineering, industrial engineering, or project/program management
- Proven ability to lead cross‑functional projects in a matrix organization
- Experience with capital projects, layouts, and process flow optimization
- Problem Solving certification required
- CAPM or PMP preferred
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Strong Microsoft Office knowledge
Let's talk benefits
Join Volvo Cars and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed with you in mind. Our programs offer choice, flexibility, and exceptional value, including competitive medical, dental, and vision plans, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and a wellness program with discounts and gifts, most of which start on day one of employment. You'll also have access to voluntary benefits and a robust retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
As part of our commitment to your well-being, we offer The Family Bond by Volvo Cars, a global paid parental leave policy covering all employees, including adoptive, permanent care foster, and surrogate parents. Additionally, employees and their eligible family members can lease a new Volvo at discounted rates through the Volvo Employee Lease Program (VELP). At Volvo Cars, our benefits extend beyond the workplace to enhance your life and support your family.
Volvo Car is an equal opportunity employer. The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.