Product Development Engineer

Working at Freudenberg:
We will wow your world! Responsibilities

• Apply analytical tools such as FEA, DFMEA, DFSS, and DFM/DFA to optimize product designs.
• Develop and refine design concepts by generating creative solutions, evaluating risks, and improving existing or new products and processes.
• Prepare complete design packages and engineering documentation for new or modified products.
• Design, modify, and assemble mechanical components, coordinating development activities within defined frameworks.
• Perform simulations, calculations, and design investigations covering strength, service life, wear, dimensions, weight, and functional performance.
• Analyze and report test results, evaluate benchmarking outcomes, and perform root‑cause investigations on returned components.
• Support product launches through design, prototyping, testing, PPAP activities, and APQP processes.
• Provide technical leadership and support to customers, sales, marketing, and cross‑functional teams, including training and problem resolution.
• Manage multiple engineering projects using structured problem‑solving methods while participating in continuous improvement programs such as Kaizen, 5S, and VA/VE.
• Prepare and deliver effective presentations, maintain detailed records and drawings, and travel to customers, suppliers, or other facilities as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

• BS in Mechanical Engineering required.
• MS in Mechanical Engineering or other technical field preferred.
• Professional‑Level English language skills preferred.
• Communication &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Communicates clearly and concisely, while engaging proactively with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
• Value for Customers:
  Anticipates, understands and meets internal/external customers’ needs and expectations. Develops solutions based on a customer‑centric approach.
• Innovation:
  Drives and supports innovative ideas, while taking informed risks to seek and develop new or improved solutions.
• Drive & Execution:
  Proactively identifies what needs to be done and takes action. Explores new ways and pursues new opportunities.

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.