Application Engineer

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies Pty; Troy (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match

Health Insurance

Vacation

Paid Holidays

Employee discounts

Job summary

Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies in Troy, OH, is seeking an Application Engineer to perform sealing design and applications engineering. You will support development of design concepts and provide technical input across static and dynamic sealing solutions, including O-rings and electrification technologies.

You will analyze warranty data and field performance, collaborating with materials, tribology, CAE, and program management to drive continuous quality improvements and customer

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 2+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing, automotive, or industrial environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specs, and documentation.
• Experience with CAD tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or NX.

Responsibilities

• Perform general engineering functions related to sealing design and applications.
• Support development of design solutions and technical concepts.
• Apply engineering expertise to seal solutions across static and dynamic applications (O-rings, electrification/eMobility).
• Analyze warranty data, field performance, and teardown findings to identify root causes and drive quality improvements.
• Collaborate with internal experts and customers to solve technical challenges.
• Support customer programs and component reviews with technical input in meetings.
• Develop and update seal designs using 2D/3D CAD tools to meet requirements.
• Lead or support problem-solving initiatives including corrective actions and VA/VE cost reductions.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Analytical problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

NX

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.

We at Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies run the business operations of Freudenberg Sealing Technologies (FST) in the Americas. Being part of the global Freudenberg Group, our company is a leading producer of advanced sealing technologies for automotive and general industries. Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies is a joint venture between Freudenberg and NOK Corp. in Japan, is headquartered in Plymouth, MI, operates more than 20 facilities and employs about 4,700 people across the Americas.

Some of your Benefits

• 401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help.
• Health Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.
• Vacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge.
• Paid Holidays: With paid-time off, local holidays are all the way more relaxing.
• Employee discounts: Opportunities for deals on products and services.

Troy, OH

On-Site

Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership

You support our team as an

Application Engineer

Responsibilities

• The Application Engineer is responsible for performing general engineering functions related to sealing design and applications.
• This position supports the development of design solutions and technical concepts.
• Apply engineering expertise to support sealing solutions across static and dynamic applications, including O-rings and emerging electrification/eMobility technologies.
• Analyze warranty data, field performance, and teardown findings to identify root causes and drive continuous quality improvements.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal experts (materials, tribology, CAE, and program management) and external customers to solve technical challenges.
• Support customer programs and component reviews by providing technical input in program management meetings.
• Develop and update seal designs using 2D and 3D CAD tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, NX) to meet application requirements.
• Lead or support problem-solving initiatives, including corrective actions, plant quality alignment, and VA/VE cost reduction projects.
• Act as a technical partner to assigned customers—promoting solutions, identifying conversion opportunities, and delivering product training and application expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• 2+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing, automotive, or industrial environment.
• Hands‑on mechanical aptitude with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and application documentation.
• Experience with CAD tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or NX.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and interact with customers.
• Highly organized, self-driven, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.