Expert Engineer - Electrical Safety at Autoliv

Autoliv is the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems. We develop, manufacture and market protective systems, such as airbags, seatbelts, and steering wheels for all major automotive manufacturers in the world as well as mobility safety solutions. In 2023, our products saved 35,000 lives and reduced 450,000 injuries. We are now looking to increase that number by expanding our organization with a new team within Electrical Safety Solutions. We are now looking for an Expert Engineer in Electrical Safety with expertise in breakers/bypass systems.

Role and responsibilities
As an Electrical Safety Engineer, your primary focus will be on LVDC breakers/bypass systems, in Autoliv we name them Pyrotechnical Safety Switches (PSS). As part of a newly created team based in Vårgårda, you will work on LVDC applications that protect systems producing, storing, and converting electricity. The main application area is light vehicle industry. You and your colleagues will be responsible for designing advanced breakers and shutters that protect other equipment in the system. Given the need for rapid closing or opening of electrical circuits, our pyrotechnical solution is key. You will lead the electrical part of the design and development of these breakers/bypass systems, ensuring their safety, reliability, and compliance with industry standards from an electrical perspective.

By leveraging your expertise in LVDC systems, you will help the team in developing innovative solutions and ensuring compliance with light vehicle industry standards. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and drive technological innovation. You will be expected to use your understanding of electrical arcing to ensure the safe and reliable design of low voltage circuit breakers. This includes analyzing arcing behavior and developing technical solutions that mitigate its effects on system reliability and performance.

Who are you?
We are looking for our next colleague who would like to work with innovative products within electrical safety solutions. To be successful in this position we see that you have a technical education B.Sc or M.Sc, preferably in Electrical Engineering or Power Electronics, and have a strong foundation in low voltage direct current applications, including circuit breaker. You have extensive experience in electrical engineering and innovative product development, with a deep understanding of electrical arcing phenomena and its effects on system design.

A proven track record of delivering cutting-edge engineering solutions is essential, alongside excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. You are comfortable with communicating technical details and guiding teams with your expertise.


Your application
Does this sound like the opportunity you’ve been waiting for? Please go ahead and apply! In this recruitment process Autoliv collaborates with Mpya Sci & Tech. For questions about the position, you are welcome to contact Talent Advisor Marcus Hultberg on 072-366 49 43 or [email protected]. We work with ongoing selection so don’t hesitate to apply via www.mpyascitech.com. Curious about Autoliv and want to know more about the position? Welcome to contact us!

About Autoliv
Autoliv is a Fortune 500 company and the world's largest supplier of vehicle safety with more than 70,000 employees in 25 countries. With a market share of 45%, we are number one in terms of quality, customer satisfaction and market leader in innovation. At Autoliv, we challenge and redefine the standards of mobility safety to sustainably deliver leading solutions.

Read more at www.autoliv.com