Assembly Operator

Prototype Vehicle Technician - Electrical & Cabling

TRATON is a group of strong brands with a shared mission: transforming transportation together to create the future of sustainable transport solutions. Within TRATON, we include MAN, Scania, Volkswagen Truck & Bus, and International. As part of a global team of industry experts, you get to think bigger, experience more, and reach further. Together, we have the power to transform transportation - Let´s make a difference together. Find out more: www.traton.com

Our values - customer first, respect, team spirit, responsibility, and elimination of waste - are at the heart of everything we do.

Role Summary

A skilled and hands-on Prototype Vehicle Technician to support the development of next-generation vehicles within the TRATON Group. In this role, you will work closely with engineering and test teams to update prototype vehicles and build high-quality electrical harnesses.

This role is a part of TRATON Group R&D, located in Södertälje, Sweden.

Your Responsibilities

• Update software and modify prototype vehicles based on development needs and technical requirements
• Build, install, and route electrical harnesses with high precision and quality
• Perform troubleshooting and fault tracing in electrical systems in vehicle
• Interpret wiring diagrams and technical documentation
• Ensure proper documentation of all modifications and installations
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers and test teams

Requirements

• Upper secondary education within electrical, automotive, or automation, or equivalent hands-on experience
• Post-secondary education (YH or university) within electrical or automotive engineering is considered a merit
• Experience working with vehicle electrical systems and cabling
• Ability to read and understand wiring diagrams
• Experience working in a workshop or lab environment
• Good computer skills and experience working with Microsoft 365 applications (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, etc.
• Good communication skills in English

Who You Are

You are a technically skilled and motivated professional with a strong sense of ownership and teamwork. You take pride in delivering quality work and continuously look for ways to improve.

• You put the end-user in focus, ensuring your work contributes to reliable and high-performing vehicles
• You collaborate naturally, sharing knowledge and supporting your team to reach common goals
• You take responsibility for your work, acting with integrity and accountability
• You show respect for colleagues, ideas, and different perspectives
• You strive for efficiency and continuous improvement, identifying smarter ways of working and reducing waste.

Meritorious Experience

• Experience working with prototype or test vehicles
• Experience using Jira for task management, issue tracking, and project collaboration
• Experience in harness manufacturing, soldering, or electrical assembly
• Familiarity with working in a development/test environment
• Knowledge of CAN, LIN, or vehicle communication systems

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds - your unique experience and perspectives is valuable to us.

Within TRATON Group R&D, you are an important part of something bigger. Joining us means gaining access to the ins and outs of the entire transportation industry.

TRATON Offers



We offer a dynamic and engaging workplace where collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement are part of everyday life. You will be part of a strong team environment that encourages knowledge sharing and close cooperation across functions.

With a structured development plan and a wide range of training opportunities, TRATON Group R&D supports your professional growth both locally and internationally.

Benefits include access to our health center in Gröndal or a wellness allowance, bonus, flexible working hours, and company car leasing. We also arrange events for employees and their families, and for those living in Stockholm, convenient commuting is supported through direct Scania Job express buses to Södertälje.

Application

We look forward to receiving your application, 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 2026-07-16. 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:
Puga Andres, Unit Head, andres.puga@scania.com

We look forward to your application!


This recruitment process is handled by Scania for TRATON Group R&D.

Education

• Lower Secondary School Level 2

Requisition ID: 30640

Number of Openings: 1.0

Part-time / Full-time: Full-time

Permanent / Temporary: Permanent

Country/Region: SE

Location(s):
Södertälje, SE, 151 38

Required Travel: 0-25%

Workplace: On-site