Application Engineering Manager

Application Engineering Manager

Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies runs the business operations of Freudenberg Sealing Technologies (FST) in the Americas. Being part of the global Freudenberg Group, our company is a leading producer of advanced sealing technologies for automotive and general industries. Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies is a joint venture between Freudenberg and NOK Corp. in Japan, and is headquartered in Plymouth, MI, operates more than 20 facilities and employs about 4,700 people across the Americas.

• 401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help.
• Health Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.
• Vacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge.
• Paid Holidays: With paid-time off, local holidays are all the way more relaxing.
• Personal Development: We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.

Troy, OH
On-Site
Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership

You support our team as

• Lead and set the technical strategy for Application Engineering, ensuring alignment with business, product, and customer needs.
• Manage and develop a team of Application Engineers, driving technical excellence, product knowledge, and customer‑focused execution.
• Support and lead product development initiatives, including applications in fluid power, sealing technologies, eMobility, and electrification.
• Serve as the technical expert for Fluid Power Industry products, identifying opportunities where Freudenberg solutions can replace competitor products.
• Partner closely with customers and internal teams (engineering, quality, program management, materials, and lead centers) to support applications, resolve issues, and drive solutions.
• Oversee technical problem resolution, including warranty analysis, field investigations, teardowns, corrective actions, and quality improvements.
• Deliver technical training and value‑based product presentations to internal teams and customers while supporting strategic account plans.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Aeronautical, or related technical discipline).
• 5+ years of hands‑on engineering experience in a corporate or manufacturing environment.
• Experience with sealing technologies, hydraulics, fluid power products, or related industrial applications preferred.
• Proven ability to lead technical teams and manage multiple priorities in a customer‑facing environment.
• Strong technical communication skills, including experience presenting product features, material knowledge, and application solutions.
• Experience with CAD tools such as AutoCAD, Solid Works, or UG NX and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience in technical training, value engineering, technical sales support, or project management is a plus.

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.