Caroline Backlund joined Knightec as a new graduate engineer in 2014. Today, she is a consultant with a focus on human-technology interaction. Since 2015, she is working on behalf of Volvo Group Trucks Technology as a global function owner.

She is based in Gothenburg, but now and then she is also in Greensboro, North Carolina, where Volvo North America and Mack Trucks have their headquarters.

“My personal development is larger than I thought possible”

– I'm in daily contact with Greensboro colleagues via Skype and email, but sometimes it’s good to be in the actual place. I see the features from the user's perspective, and because I work globally in several parallel projects, I’m a bit like the spider in the web, which is a role I’m very happy with.

In addition to the American truck brands in AB Volvo, Caroline also works with Volvo in Sweden, Renault in France, and the UD in India.

–During my years at Knightec, my personal development has been greater than I thought possible. The combination of constantly facing new challenges and having strong support from good leaders and colleagues is the key to my rapid development. The sense of security and belonging has been crucial and has given me the courage to go outside my comfort zone. Besides that, I have a strong personal drive and clear goals for what I want to do within Knightec.

Caroline has also been rewarded for her development within the company by being awarded the Golden Growth Award.

– For me, it’s a confirmation of what I've managed to accomplish and I’m incredibly honored and touched by this award.