Senior Mechatronic Product Development Engineer - Automotive Business

SKF Group; Saint-Cyr-sur-Loire; Sur place; EUR 50 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading global supplier is looking for a Senior Mechatronic Product Development Engineer for their automotive business. This role involves developing innovative products for electrified automotive powertrains and collaborating with various teams to ensure robust solutions that meet market demands. The ideal candidate should possess a Master's degree in Mechatronics and experience in product development, alongside strong knowledge of electric motors and electromechanical systems. Fluency in English is required, with French as a plus.

Prestations

Diverse work environment

Regular travel opportunities within Europe

Proactive company culture

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechatronics or related engineering field.
• Experience in product development or R&D environments.
• Strong knowledge of electric motors and electromechanical systems.

Responsabilités

• Define and maintain product’s technical data.
• Drive product development activities for new projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for product insights.

Connaissances

Knowledge of electromechanical technology

Experience in product development

Proactive and result-oriented attitude

Fluency in English

Formation

Engineering Master’s degree in Mechatronics

Outils

Matlab

Description du poste

SKF has been around for more than a century and today we are one of the world’s largest global suppliers of bearings and supporting solutions for rotating equipment. Our products can be found literally everywhere in society. This means that we are an important part of the everyday lives of people and companies around the world.

In September of 2024, SKF announced the separation of its Automotive business, with the objective to build two world‑leading companies. The role you are applying for will be a part of the new company created from the Automotive business. This means you will have the opportunity to be a part of shaping a new company aimed at meeting the needs of the transforming global automotive market.

Would you like to join us in shaping the future of motion?

Senior Mechatronic Product Development Engineer – Automotive Business

As a Senior Mechatronic Product Development Engineer, you will join the R&D Driveline Engineering organization, within the Powertrain Engineering team. In this role you will contribute to developing the next generation of products and knowledge for electrified automotive powertrains. You will also support daily business needs with mechanical and electronic product expertise, building on SKF’s current conductive brush ring and insulating solutions portfolio. This position allows you to work in a multidisciplinary and dynamic environment in close collaboration with teams across the full value chain, from suppliers to customers. Finally, you will translate market trends and customer needs into new, efficient, sustainable, and cost‑effective solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Define, develop, and maintain the product’s technical data, continuously updating your technical knowledge to deliver value to SKF customers. You will ensure smooth handling of customer requests by defining application‑specific offerings, providing product specifications, and proposing innovative solutions when needed.
• Plan, drive, execute and report product development activities as part of NMO projects and/or customer enquiries, for both mechanical and mechatronic products.
• Perform requirements review, specification definition, design activities, design reviews, DFMEA, simulations, prototype definition and validation to ensure robustness of the product and perfect fit with application specific requirements.
• Capitalize the lessons learned of automotive EV/PWT applications to improve knowledge and update design rules with a specific focus on electric motor current leakage.
• Use your electronic and electrical expertise to contribute to customer enquiries by providing solid product and technical insights. Support Sales and Application Engineers by translating customer sub‑system application requirements into clear product requirements.
• Drive design and validate activities for ICR and engineering changes.
• Work daily with teams across the full value chain (e.g., application engineering, competence center, manufacturing, purchasing, other product development teams, RTD, testing labs, GBI/GMC labs) to develop new materials, technologies, simulation tools, processes and to support supplier selection, all with the aim of optimizing our products.

Requirements

• Engineering Master’s degree in Mechatronics or successful experience in this field. An experience or strong interest in Automotive and EV applications is a plus.
• Some years’ experience in product development, or as a technical leader, or in a similar R&D environment (NMO and ETO process).
• Good knowledge of electromechanical technology and electric motors (types, characteristics, drivers) used in high‑power‑density and integrated applications such as EV, as well as knowledge of e‑motors current leakage (EMD, Circulating, …).
• Knowledge about power electronics inverters and software drivers for motor control will enable customer interactions at system level and will be considered meritorious.
• Knowledge and experience in digital modeling and simulation tools (Matlab) will be considered a plus.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken. Some knowledge of French is a plus.

You will enjoy working here if you

• Are customer focused and have a proactive, result‑oriented attitude.
• Have an innovative mindset, hands‑on approach, are resilient to dynamics and a complex business environment, together with a risk‑mitigation culture.
• Show a broad technical interest and curiosity, both in Mechanical and Electrical fields.
• Like working in an international environment and have good communication skills to maintain positive and open collaboration with all stakeholders.

SKF Partnership and Diversity

SKF is committed to creating a diverse environment, and we firmly believe that a diverse workforce is essential for our continued success. Therefore, we only focus on your experience, skills, and potential. Come as you are – just be yourself. #weareSKF

Some additional information

The preferred location is at one of our main sites within EMEA, and we are open to other SKF Automotive sites as well.

Regular travel within Europe is required (approximately 5–10 trips per year for factory visits and collaboration), with occasional travel to other regions.

You will report to Benoit Hauvespre, R&D Powertrain Ball Bearing and eMotor Specialist who is located in Saint Cyr sur Loire, France.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Benoit Hauvespre on Teams or by email at [e-mail].

For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Anasthasie Bonhomme, Recruitment Expert on Teams or by email at [e-mail]. Please note that we can't accept applications via email.

Is this you?

If the answer is yes, submit your application with your CV and cover letter no later than the 9th of January. We will screen candidates continuously throughout the application period, so make sure to submit your application as soon as possible.

At SKF, we are committed to promoting fairness and inclusivity throughout our recruitment process. To achieve this, we may include assessments and verify the information in your application in compliance with country‑specific laws and regulations. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the recruiter. (external)