Application Engineer - Agriculture

Application Engineer - Agriculture

Location:

Waukegan, IL

Salary Range: $77,000.00 to $87,000.00

SKF is a leading supplier of rolling bearings, seals, mechatronics, and lubrication systems, serving an extensive range of industries worldwide. The Application Engineer works closely with engineering teams to design and propose SKF/PEER product solutions for agriculture machinery such as tractors, combines, and balers, promoting SKF's know‑how in line with corporate and sales strategy.

• Applying knowledge and training in mechanical engineering to develop and implement customized offers for new development projects in Agriculture/Off‑Highway industries.
• Creating and analyzing design related to bearings/housings using CAE tools for 3D modelling and FEA.
• Performing engineering calculations and running system analysis using bearing life software such as ROMAX, MESYS, MASTA, Kiss Soft or Sim Pro (SKF in‑house).
• Work with sales, business development, quality, product development and demand chain to drive all engineering aspects from technical proposal to final production, ensuring 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.

• Team leadership responsibilities
• Coaching and development expectations

• Customer interaction scope
• Escalation responsibilities

• Key internal partners
• Collaboration expectations

• Performance metrics
• Process improvement responsibilities

• Communication expectations
• Reporting requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or comparable degree)
• 1+ years of design/application experience in an industrial environment – agriculture machinery, power train 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 multi‑task 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
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.

Up to 30% of the time as customer need dictates.

• Rest and Relaxation – generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.
• Work/Life Integration – flexible work options available depending on role. SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well‑being and health.
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion – culture of belonging and inclusive environment.
• Best in Class Benefits – comprehensive healthcare, company‑paid life insurance, STD, LTD, supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and more.
• Bonus – Short Term Variable Salary or Sales Incentive based on company performance and at the discretion of management.
• Invest in your Future – 401(k) program with 10% employer contribution: 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.