Product Design Engineer

Schaeffler • Danbury, CT

1d • $90,000 - $115,000

About The Position

Schaeffler is seeking a Product Design Engineer to support its aerospace and space bearing business. The role collaborates with sales, engineering, aerospace OEMs, system suppliers, and internal manufacturing teams to expand market share and develop cost-effective product solutions. It assesses customer requirements, translates customer needs into technical specifications, and manages specification releases.

The engineer supports the introduction of new technologies and materials at the manufacturing plant, presents advancements and test data to customers, and builds partnerships with local universities and colleges for technology testing. The role also performs computational analyses of bearing designs for customer-driven product development and ongoing product support.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Systems, Aerospace, or Metallurgical Engineering.
• At least 2 years of design experience in aerospace or space manufacturing.
• Proficiency in CAD software, including Unigraphics or Pro/E, for orthographic projection drawing, 3D modeling, and analysis.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to write clear work instructions for a shop floor environment.
• In-depth knowledge of bearing design and performance characteristics.
• Experience with MS Office and MS Access.
• Strong facilitation and teamwork skills.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without employment visa or other sponsorship.
• Must qualify as a “US Person” under 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 to comply with Export Control regulations; this includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Mechanical, Systems, Aerospace, or Metallurgical Engineering.
• Extensive knowledge of bearing manufacturing practices.
• At least 5 years of design experience in aerospace or space manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to expand market share within the aerospace and space bearing sector.
• Develop cost-effective product solutions with Aerospace OEMs, aerospace system suppliers, and internal manufacturing teams.
• Assess customer requirements to inform application development activities.
• Translate customer needs into technical specifications and manage the specification release process.
• Support the introduction of new technologies and materials into the manufacturing plant.
• Present technological advancements and test data to customers.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with local universities and colleges to facilitate new technology testing initiatives.
• Perform computational analyses of bearing designs for customer-driven new product development and ongoing product support.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k) matching contributions up to 6%.
• Skill development workshops and ongoing learning and development programs.
• Access to Schaeffler Academy learning and training.
• Wellness programs and resources promoting physical, mental, and emotional health.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level