Associate Product Design Engineer

Schaeffler

Wooster (OH)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

Schaeffler in Ohio is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to develop competitive products for automotive and mobility applications. You will design mechanical structures and ensure traceability within a robust configuration management process. The role requires a Bachelor's in engineering, knowledge of powertrain architectures, and ability to model and simulate electric or mechatronic systems.

Strong communication and presentation skills are essential; U.S. work authorization is required.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering related field.
  • Applicable engineering & physics knowledge.
  • Understanding of vehicle powertrain architectures and components.
  • Basic understanding of electric machines and controls of hydraulics and heat transfer.
  • Understanding of modelling and simulation of electric or mechatronic systems.
  • Excellent communication ability (written & verbal).
  • Strong presentation skills.
  • Customer focused.
  • External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct mechanical design engineering activities required to develop competitive products.
  • Develop the structure of the mechanical system from the architecture and consider the measures from the risk analysis in the construction.
  • Break down structures into subsystems and components and create a detailed product specification.
  • Check whether existing subsystems and components can be reused.
  • Develop alternative structures and select the one that is most suitable.
  • Ensure double-sided traceability with the mechanical architecture and provide work results under a configuration management (material designation, versioning, storage location, etc.).

Skills

Strong presentation skills
Excellent communication ability
Customer focused

Education

Bachelor's degree in an engineering related field

Job description

  • Strong presentation skills.

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

Your Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct mechanical design engineering activities required to develop competitive products.
  • Develop the structure of the mechanical system from the architecture and consider the measures from the risk analysis in the construction.
  • Break down structures into subsystems and components and create a detailed product specification.
  • Check whether existing subsystems and components can be reused.
  • Develop alternative structures and select the one that is most suitable.
  • Ensure double-sided traceability with the mechanical architecture and provide work results under a configuration management (material designation, versioning, storage location, etc.).
Your Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering related field.
  • Applicable engineering & physics knowledge.
  • Understanding of vehicle powertrain architectures and components.
  • Basic understanding of electric machines and controls of hydraulics and heat transfer.
  • Understanding of modelling and simulating of electric or mechatronic systems.
  • Excellent communication ability (written & verbal).
  • Strong presentation skills.
  • Customer focused.
  • External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment VISA or other sponsorship.
Our Offering

At Schaeffler, our success is driven by our employees. We value what you bring to our business, which is why we are committed to providing you with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that gives you and your family the care you need to lead healthy, productive lives. This includes amongst others the following:

  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Employees receive access to a range of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, ensuring their well-being and peace of mind.
  • Generous retirement savings options: The company provides competitive 401(k) matching contributions (up to 6%), empowering employees to build a secure financial future.
  • Professional development opportunities: The company invests in its employees' growth by offering skill development workshops, and ongoing learning and developmentprograms. Through our Schaeffler Academy you will have access to a state-of-the-art and comprehensive learning and training offering.
  • Wellness initiatives: Employees have access to wellness programs and resources aimed at promoting physical, mental, and emotional health, fostering a supportive and thriving work environment.

See all of our benefit offerings at https://schaefflerbenefits.com/

As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.

Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.

https://www.schaeffler.us/careers/

Schaeffler Transmission Systems, LLC

Schaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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