System Engineer for Special Vehicles
Scania is undergoing a transformation from being a leading supplier of trucks, buses, and engines to providing complete and sustainable transport solutions. Together with TRATON and our sister brands MAN, Volkswagen Truck & Bus, and International, we are working to shape the future of mobility with innovative and environmentally conscious solutions.
Our values – customer first, respect, team spirit, responsibility, and elimination of waste – are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are at the forefront of creating a sustainable future.
Role Summary
Join our Special Vehicles division and contribute to the development of customized transport solutions, including defence and other specialized applications.
As a System Engineer, you will play a key role in integrating unique customer requirements into Scania’s electronic architecture while supporting the development of in-house systems and software. You will work across the full vehicle system and gain a deep understanding of Scania and TRATON’s software ecosystem, from concept and development to production and aftersales.
This is an exciting opportunity for a senior technical profile who enjoys both hands-on engineering and system-level thinking, and thrives in a dynamic environment with real customer impact.
Job Responsibilities
- Analyze and implement special customer requirements within Scania’s electronic architecture
- Implement and adapt embedded software solutions in C/C++ to support specialized vehicle functionalities and customer-specific requirements
- Lead and coordinate complex assignments across multiple systems and teams
- Develop and maintain specialized functions for defense and special vehicles
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure seamless system integration
- Investigate and resolve system and software deviations occurring in field operations and production, identifying root causes and supporting corrective actions
- Evaluate the technical feasibility of after-sales rebuilds, ensuring compatibility from both a system and software perspective
- Act as a key contact between internal teams and external stakeholders to translate customer needs into technical solutions
Who You Are
We are looking for a system engineer with a strong technical background and the ability to see the big picture. You should have experience with programming in C and C++, a basic understanding of embedded software development, and the ability to interpret customer requests and propose solutions. You should have an entrepreneurial spirit, taking initiative and responsibility for your work.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Experience with the automotive software development lifecycle and embedded systems
- Experience with C programming in embedded systems, including adherence to MISRA C coding standards
- Proficient in both Swedish and English, with strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to lead complex technical assignments and coordinate across multiple domains
- Strong systems thinking with the ability to see the big picture and dive into technical details
- Knowledge in export control and handling defense systems is an advantage
- Experience in Scania vehicle systems at a real-time platform (CRISP)
- Experience with automotive cyber security (ISO 21434) is mandatory
- Experience in automotive functional safety (ISO 26262) is highly desirable
Personal qualities:
- Proactive and responsible – takes initiative and ownership of work
- System-oriented thinker – balances big-picture perspective with technical detail
- Strong communicator and collaborator – effective across languages, teams, and domains
- Curious and structured learner – motivated to grow continuously in a dynamic environment
This is Us
We’re an international and diverse team at Scania, working on advanced and highly customized vehicle solutions.
Right now, we’re growing from a coordination-focused group into a more hands-on development team, building systems and software end-to-end.
With a core team of 8 (around 20 including consultants), we collaborate closely across different areas. Our work is dynamic and sometimes challenging, but always meaningful—often driven by real customer needs.
You’ll join a transparent and supportive environment where curiosity, initiative, and teamwork are truly valued.
Who is Your Manager:
You’ll report to a manager who values openness, honesty, and trust. Regular feedback—both positive and constructive—is part of how we work and grow together.
The leadership style is supportive but encourages ownership. You’ll be trusted to take initiative, share ideas, and challenge the status quo. If you enjoy improving things and thinking entrepreneurially, you’ll feel right at home
SCANIA Offers
We offer a dynamic, flexible workplace with hybrid work options, including Scania Sergel and Midway hubs. With a structured development plan and courses, Scania supports your career growth both locally and internationally.
Benefits include training at our health center Gröndal or wellness allowance, result bonus, flexible hours, and company car leasing. Scania also hosts events for employees and their families, and Stockholm residents enjoy direct access to Södertälje via Scania Job express buses for an easy commute to Södertälje.
Application
We look forward to receiving your application written in English, consisting of your CV and kindly ask you not to share a cover letter to ensure an efficient and unbiased recruitment process for all parties.
Apply as soon as possible, no later than 2026-06-05. Screening will take place on an ongoing basis during the application period. Logical and personality tests may be used as part of the selection process, and a background check may be required for this role.
If you have questions or would like more information, please contact:
Murilo Mascarenhas Head of System and Software Murilo.Mascarenhas@scania.com
We look forward to your application!
This recruitment process is handled by Scania for TRATON Group R&D
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