Application Engineer

Application Engineer

Location: Waukegan, IL

About SKF:
SKF has been making the world spin since 1907!
SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer dedicated to a culture of belonging, where our people flourish in an equitable environment that promotes leadership development and career growth. SKF bearings played an integral role in helping Mars Rover collect rock and regolith samples on the planet's surface.

As an SKF team member, you will join 40,000 colleagues from more than 130 countries developing bearing technology and services that make rotation more reliable and sustainable. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF aims to have net zero greenhouse gas emissions at all our production facilities by 2030 .

SKF products keep vehicles rolling, power the machines that put food on your table, and even reach into the cosmos as part of the Mars rover mission. Founded in Sweden in 1907, today SKF is publicly traded on the Nasdaq Stockholm with annual sales in 2020 of approximately $10 billion.

Summary:
The Application Engineer at SKF is tasked with working closely with a team of engineers to understand and select SKF product solutions for specific applications, test their performance, and work with other departments and customers. They promote the SKF know-how and value proposition in line with corporate and sales strategy, working closely with Sales and Customer Service as part of the responsible Account Team. They manage technical relationships with customers, responding to inquiries, handling complaints, and evaluating technical risks.

Responsibilities:

• Applying knowledge and training in mechanical engineering to contribute in the development and implementation of bearing, seal, and lubrication solutions for our customers in the Industrial Market.
• Perform engineering calculations and system analysis using the latest SKF simulation tools and bearing life calculation techniques.
• Work with sales, business development, quality, product development and demand chain.
• Drive all engineering aspects from technical proposal to final production and ensure it meets quality, cost and performance for the target application.
• Work in coordination with design and product engineering teams to facilitate DFMEA and discuss the same with customer on a specific project or product line.
• Analyzing testing methodologies and functionalities of the company's product designs and recommending changes to improve performance and cost efficiencies.
• Work on damage analysis and root cause evaluation on warranty or product development returns and drive continuous quality improvement initiatives using DFMEA process.
• Be the technical specialist/resource within the Industrial Sales Unit for SKF products and technologies, through relationships with global subject experts.
• Develop framework for proper project management to gate, track and prioritize projects.
• Participate and contribute to internal and external trainings.
• Assist with the development of training material.

Requirements and Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or comparable degree).
• 5+ years of design/application experience in an industrial environment - powertrain applications or rotating equipment, working with customers and designing mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of bearings, transmission products, or seals is beneficial.
• Experience/background in Agriculture or off-highway/construction industries is a plus.
• Strong mechanical hands-on and technical aptitude.
• Proven proficiency and capabilities with 3D solid modeling software.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage projects with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical, decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Track record of proactive and continuous improvement within area of responsibility.
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated customer service, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Outcome oriented, critical thinker capable of prioritizing to achieve results.
• Travel up to 40% of the time or as customer need dictates.

What You'll Love About SKF:
Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.

Work/Life Integration. SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being and health.

Diversity in the Workplace. SKF strives to embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish; leading to an inclusive, equitable environment that promotes leadership, engagement and innovation.

Best in Class Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment. Added benefits include company paid life insurance, STD, LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!

Invest in your Future. Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution: 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.

Reports to: Application Engineer Manager, Off-Highway Construction
Location: Waukegan, IL
Job ID: 20708

SKF provides equal employment [and affirmative action] opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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