Associate Product Design Engineer

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG; Wooster (OH); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

401(k) 6% matching

Schaeffler Academy

Wellness programs

Job summary

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG in the United States is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to develop competitive products, structuring mechanical systems from architecture and ensuring traceability with configuration management.

You will break down subsystems, develop alternative structures, reuse existing components where possible, and work across disciplines to deliver robust designs. Strong communication and a solid physics/engineering foundation are essential.

Qualifications

• Engineering and physics knowledge required.
• Ability to understand vehicle powertrain architectures and components.
• Strong modeling and simulation skills for electric/mechatronic systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mechanical design engineering activities to develop competitive products.
• Develop mechanical structures from architecture and apply risk analysis.
• Decompose structures into subsystems and create detailed specifications.
• Evaluate reuse of existing subsystems and components.
• Develop alternative structures and select the best option.
• Maintain double-sided traceability with architecture under configuration management.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Physics knowledge

Powertrain understanding

Electric machines & hydraulics

Modeling & simulation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

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).
• External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment VISA or other sponsorship.

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.

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.

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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