Application Engineer - Sealing Solutions for the Industrial Market

SKF Group; Verona; Ibrido; EUR 45.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading global supplier of industrial solutions is seeking an Application Engineer for Sealing Solutions to join their team in Italy. The role involves technical consulting, project management, and developing new business opportunities in the sealing sector. The ideal candidate holds a relevant degree, has solid design knowledge, and is proficient in both Italian and English. Attractive compensation and remote work options are part of the offer.

Servizi

Comprehensive onboarding

Professional development training

Attractive compensation package

Remote working options

Competenze

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, or similar.
• Solid understanding of design principles and technical drawing creation.
• Proficiency in Italian and English (both spoken and written).

Mansioni

• Provide technical consulting for SKF sealing solutions.
• Recognise and convert business opportunities in the sealing sector.
• Support marketing activities for new business.

Conoscenze

Technical consulting

Design principles

Communication skills

Sealing technology knowledge

Formazione

University degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Strumenti

CAD software

Descrizione del lavoro

Application Engineer – Sealing Solutions for the Industrial Market

Join to apply for the Application Engineer – Sealing Solutions for the Industrial Market role at SKF Group.

SKF Seals is an independent business unit in the SKF Group with a sales turnover of 5.7 BSEK and over 3,500 employees. We support our global Automotive and Industrial customers from offices across different regions and countries.

As an Application Engineer, you will be a key member of our industrial sales team, taking technical responsibility for our sealing solutions. You will partner with customers throughout EMEA, particularly in South‑East Europe, to enhance business growth and nurture customer connections.

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical consulting for SKF sealing solutions covering translational and rotational applications; identify customer needs and define market requirements, including solution development.
• Recognise the potential of existing and new business opportunities in the sealing sector and convert them into new business.
• Initiate, manage, and support technical approvals.
• Minimise risks for customers and SKF through design, complaint management, product monitoring and risk analysis.
• Build and maintain robust internal and external networks.
• Support, prepare and execute marketing activities for new business.

Your Profile

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, or similar.
• Solid understanding of design principles and technical drawing creation, including CAD‑based modelling and interpretation of engineering specifications.
• Good knowledge of sealing technology and a familiarity with SKF products and services is an advantage.
• Application experience, preferably in the industrial sector.
• Experience in project management or application consulting and customer interaction is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Italian and English (both spoken and written).
• A creative mindset, openness to learning opportunities, and effective communication skills.
• Willingness to travel if required.

What we offer

• Comprehensive onboarding through personalised on‑the‑job training programmes.
• Targeted professional development and training within a global company.
• Attractive compensation package.
• Possibility of working remotely (smart working) two days per week.

You’ll thrive in our team if you…

• Enjoy working closely with customers and strive to deliver optimal technical, economic and sustainable solutions.
• Have an eye for what matters and bring creativity to your work.
• A strong team player and open to new challenges in a global environment.

Additional Information

This position is based at one of our SKF sites in the North of Italy (Villanova D’Asti, Verona, Airasca, Cormano) on a local contract.

The position holder reports to the Manager, Application Engineering Industrial Seals EMEA, who is located in Germany.

Contact

For questions regarding the recruitment process, you can contact Simona Collino, Recruitment Expert Europe & Africa, at [e-mail]. Please note that we cannot accept applications via email.

Application Deadline

Submit your application (cover letter and CV in English) no later than October 19, 2025. Candidates will hear from us shortly after the final application date.

About SKF

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. With more than 40,000 employees across around 130 countries, we are truly global. Our products are found everywhere in society. Wherever there is movement, SKF’s solutions might be at work. This means that we are an important part of the everyday lives of people and companies around the world.