Principal R&D Engineer
Job in
Waukegan, Lake County, Illinois, 60085, USA
Listed on 2026-06-02
Listing for:
HOERBIGER Holding AG
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-02
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Systems Engineer, Research Scientist, Product Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Country/Region:
United States
Job Location:
Waukegan
Required Travel (%): 5
Work Model: onsite
Principal R&D Engineer
Your Mission
As a Senior Research and Development Engineer, you shape the future of advanced mechanical solutions by turning scientific insight into high-performance products. You drive innovation across tribology-based technologies and play a key role in strengthening our technology leadership. Through hands-on research, smart experimentation, and close collaboration, you help bring reliable, efficient, and future-ready solutions to life.
How you will make a difference
- Lead R&D projects by developing innovative products, technologies, and systems aligned with our strategic roadmap.
- Explore emerging technologies through structured research, literature and patent reviews, and experimental validation.
- Design robust solutions at component, subsystem, and system level with focus on performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
- Plan and execute testing by designing test programs, building test stands, and performing life and validation testing.
- Analyze data and solve problems using simulation, experimental results, and root-cause methodologies.
- Act as technical lead by managing risks, making sound engineering decisions, and mentoring colleagues
What you should be good at
- Engineering expertise with strong fundamentals in mechanical engineering and applied scientific principles.
- Product development experience with at least five years in R&D and industrial environments. 3D prinitng experience is preferred.
- Tribology knowledge gained through education or hands-on application.
- Analytical thinking to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable solutions.
- Program and Project Management to drive structured planning, prioritization, and execution of R&D initiatives to ensure efficient delivery, technical excellence, and alignment with strategic objectives.
- Collaboration skills to work effectively across manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams.
- Communication strength to explain complex technical topics in test execution reports clearly to diverse stakeholders.
What you can look forward to
- Meaningful impact by working on technologies that improve efficiency, reliability, and sustainability.
- Innovation culture where ideas, experimentation, and learning from failure are encouraged.
- Professional growth through challenging projects, knowledge sharing, and mentoring opportunities.
- Modern engineering environment with advanced tools, testing capabilities, and digital methods.
- Collaborative teamwork in a respectful, supportive, and international setting.
- Long-term perspective within a stable company committed to future-oriented engineering.
Compensation
This is a salaried exempt position with a pay range from $106,682 - $160,023 per year. Pay will be based on qualifications and experience.
Who we are
Join our global team of over 7,500 colleagues and make a difference every day. Contribute to innovative solutions that save lives, reduce emissions, and drive progress in key industries like energy, automotive, and safety technology. Guided by our core values - Pioneering Spirit, Courage, Fairness, and Closeness - we are ENABLING CHANGE. FOR A BETTER TOMORROW. With opportunities to grow, learn, and collaborate across 40 countries and 150 locations, you'll be part of a culture that values your ideas and your impact.
Ready to make a difference? Apply today and become part of our journey. #YouMakeADifference
Your Mission
As a Senior Research and Development Engineer, you shape the future of advanced mechanical solutions by turning scientific insight into high-performance products. You drive innovation across tribology-based technologies and play a key role in strengthening our technology leadership. Through hands-on research, smart experimentation, and close collaboration, you help bring reliable, efficient, and future-ready solutions to life.
How you will make a difference
- Lead R&D projects by developing innovative products, technologies, and systems aligned with our strategic roadmap.
- Explore emerging technologies through structured research, literature and patent reviews, and experimental validation.
- Design robust solutions at component, subsystem, and system level with focus on performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
- Plan and execute testing by designing test programs, building test stands, and performing life and validation testing.
- Analyze data and solve problems using simulation, experimental results, and root-cause methodologies.
- Act as technical lead by managing risks, making sound engineering decisions, and mentoring colleagues
What you should be good at
- Engineering expertise with strong fundamentals in mechanical engineering and applied scientific principles.
- Product development experience with at least five years in R&D and industrial environments. 3D prinitng experience is preferred.
- Tribology knowledge gained through education or hands-on application.
- Analytical thinking to interpret complex data and…
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