Product Development Engineer (m/f/d)

Are you passionate about turning customer needs into cutting-edge solutions? Does the prospect of working with advanced technology spark your curiosity and drive you to learn more each day? If so, SKF invites you to become a part of our dynamic world!

For the Product Development ACBB, ThBB, Hybrid, MSP team in Steyr we are now looking for a passionate

Product Development Engineer (m/f/d)

As a key member of our Product Development team, you'll collaborate with a driven and agile group, interfacing with SKF's global factories, Sales & Application Engineering, Research and Technology Development, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Purchasing departments. Your role will be pivotal in steering the engineering efforts for ACBB, ThBB, Hybrid, MSP products, ensuring synergy with stakeholders throughout SKF's comprehensive network, and significantly contributing to the success and expansion of our product lines.

Your responsibilities

* Manage product portfolio by defining the product & technology roadmap, and tailoring application-specific offerings in sync with product line and sales teams
* Lead engineering projects aligned with our strategic vision, enhancing current bearing designs, and innovating design variations
* Ensure precision in technical product data within databases and manufacturing workflows
* Develop, codify, and uphold technical specifications/drawings and design rules
* Maintain SKF's industry leadership by initiating and supporting technology development in partnership with Research Technology & Development and conducting strategic competitor analysis
* Champion cost-efficiency initiatives in collaboration with factory and product line strategies
* Protect SKF's Intellectual Assets and Intellectual Property through diligent product patent portfolio management

Your profile

* A holder of a university degree in mechanical engineering or product development
* Proficient in machine element/rolling bearing design, kinematics, and technical drawing conventions
* A well-organized, self-driven individual with a strong commitment to excellence
* A proactive, open-minded collaborator who can drive change and inspire others
* An effective communicator with excellent facilitation skills, fluent in English and German, capable of leading in a diverse international setting
* Experience with ceramics and ceramic bearings is a valuable asset
* Familiarity with Office 365, Windchill, CREO Parametric, ANSYS is advantageous

At SKF, we're dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment, convinced that diversity is key to our ongoing success. We value your unique experiences, skills, and the potential you bring. Embrace your individuality - be authentic, be you. #weareSKF

Location: This position will be located in Steyr, Austria, on a local contract.

We offer you a role with great possibilities to contribute to customer successes by working with a large international network. In this role you will also get excellent opportunities for professional growth.

What we offer

Dynamic and appreciative team

parking and good public transport connections

Flexible working hours and Home Office option

Individual training & development opportunities

Qualification- related salary

Permanent position in an international group

The minimum salary is EUR 4.112,78 per month in accordance to the collective agreement of the metal working industry in Austria. A higher salary is depending on your individual competence and work experience.

For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Sabine Pichler at sabine.pichler@skf.com. Please note that we can't accept applications via email.

SKF Österreich AG, Seitenstettner Straße 15, 4401 Steyr, Austria

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