Application Engineer

@ 000305 Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership
000305 Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership000305freudenberg-nokgeneralpartnership.com

Application Engineer

Troy, OH
Posted 4 days ago

About the job

Freudenberg is a global group focusing on sealing solutions, electrification, and mobility. This application engineer role involves designing, analyzing, and supporting technical projects to ensure quality and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

  • Mechanical Engineering degree
  • 2+ years engineering experience
  • CAD experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, NX
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Good communication skills

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • Hands-on mechanical aptitude
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings
  • Self-driven and organized
  • Ability to work cross-functionally

Full job description

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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.

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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.

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