About the role
Graduate engineers in vehicle technology specialize in the design and development of various types of vehicles, such as cars, airplanes, and ships. They often have a college education from technical universities or colleges with a focus on vehicle technology. Their work is interdisciplinary and combines knowledge from mechanics, electronics, and materials science.Responsibilities
Graduate engineers in vehicle technology are responsible for developing safe and efficient means of transportation. They work with design, simulation, and testing of vehicles as well as optimization of performance. They must also follow industry-specific regulations and standards for the environment and safety.Skills and tools
Graduate engineers in vehicle technology are proficient in CAD programs for design, as well as simulation tools such as ANSYS or MATLAB. They have good project management skills and are often adept at teamwork. Knowledge of sustainable development and innovation is also important in the profession. Common competencies demanded by employers are automotive/fordonsindustri, configuration management/cm and farkostteknik.