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

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