Thesis work: Technical platform to seamless user experience - Automation in recreational boating
Technology, Data & Digital · Product & Design · Interaction Design · UI/UX Design · Product Management
In short
Volvo Penta is seeking 1-2 Master's students for a thesis on creating a user-friendly technical platform for automation in recreational boating. The project involves researching use cases, designing intuitive interfaces, and evaluating solutions with boat owners.
Responsibilities
- Prototype a UX/UI solution for managing automation on recreational boats.
- Evaluate the UX/UI solution with actual boat owners.
- Identify key use cases and design intuitive automation rule creation.
- Explore how to enable ordinary boat owners to configure and manage automation.
- Work with telematics platforms and onboard connectivity solutions.
Requirements
- Master's level studies in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Interaction Design, Cognitive Science, User Experience Design, Service Design, Industrial Design, or Digital Media.
- Skills in user research, prototyping, user testing, journey mapping, behavioral analysis, interface design, Figma, and design thinking.
- Ability to conduct research and develop prototypes.
- Excellent Swedish or English language skills.
Desired Qualifications
- Relevant programs: Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Interaction Design, Cognitive Science, User Experience Design, Service Design, Industrial Design, Digital Media.
- Understanding of interaction design and cognitive science principles.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work on shaping sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions.
- Gain experience with next-gen technologies and collaborative teams.
- Contribute to the development of Volvo Penta's global leadership in marine and industrial applications.
- Work within the Onboard Connectivity department, developing telematics and connectivity solutions.
Skills
User researchPrototypingUser testingJourney mappingBehavioral analysisInterface designFigmaDesign thinking
#Automation#Recreational boating#User Experience#Connectivity#Telematics#Master Thesis
About Volvo Group
The Volvo Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, construction equipment and marine and industrial engines. The Group also provides complete solutions for financing and service. The Volvo Group, with its headquarters in Gothenburg, employs about 100,000 people, has production facilities in 18 countries and sells its products in more than 190 markets.\n\n
Company
Volvo GroupJob Posted
1 month ago
Expires
in 11 months
Employment Type
Internship
Work mode
On Site
Experience Level
Student
Locations
Göteborg, Sweden
Qualification
Master
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