Senior Application Engineer in Schweinfurt

Requisition ID801-Posted08/09/2026-Schweinfurt - Gunnar Wester Strasse-Germany- Job Category (1) -Specialist-Permanent

By creating bearings and solutions for everything from industrial applications to vehicles, SKF plays an essential role in our everyday lives. In Q4 2026, SKF intends to spin off its Automotive business and list it as a separate company under the name of SKF Vertevo. A company created to support the future of the automotive market, and to co-drive the future of mobility faster.

This role will be a part of that new company. Would you like to join us, and move people further?

Rolling Bearing Solutions for the Mobility of Tomorrow

The automotive industry is undergoing a profound transformation. Electrification, autonomous driving, and digitalization are redefining the requirements for modern vehicle technologies. As an Application Engineer at Vertevo, you will play a key role in developing innovative rolling bearing solutions for next-generation Truck & Passenger Vehicle powertrain and chassis applications.

Are you passionate about innovative automotive technologies and enjoy working closely with customers, development partners, and cross-functional teams? Then we look forward to getting to know you.

Key responsibilities

• Provide advanced technical consulting and support to national and international automotive OEMs and Tiers as part of the frontline team
• Lead, mentor, and develop Application Engineers to build skills and share best practices
• Design, calculate, and develop customer-specific rolling bearing solutions for modern powertrain and chassis applications
• Analyse customer requirements and prepare corresponding technical product specifications
• Coordinate design and product validation activities as well as customer approval processes throughout the series development phase
• Analyse and evaluatebearings and bearing unitsfromboth:validation testing and fielduse
• Provide technical support during serial production, including the evaluation and approval of engineering changes
• Conduct value analyses and related optimization activities to improve cost efficiency and product performance throughout the entire product lifecycle
• Identify innovation opportunities through market, customer, and technology trend analyses and support the development of new business opportunities
• Collaborate closely with Sales, R&D, Manufacturing, Testing, and Quality departments
• Build and maintain long‑term, trusted relationships with customers

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master’s degree in mechanical engineering, Automotive Engineering, Mechatronics, or a comparable field
• Deep expertise in rolling bearing technology and its application in automotive series production programs
• Several years of professional experience in Application Engineering, Product Development, or technical customer support within the automotive industry
• Proven experience in the design, application, and validation of technical components for powertrain and/or chassis systems
• Strong understanding of product development and quality processes within the automotive industry
• Structured and analytical approach to solving complex technical challenges
• Extensive experience in technical discussions and collaboration with OEM and Tier customers
• Experience in project management and working within international and cross‑functional teams
• Excellent communication and presentation skills across all organizational levels
• Experience in technical leadership, coaching, or mentoring, with a passion for developing people and teams
• High level of initiative, decision‑making capability, and personal accountability
• Fluent English skills, both written and spoken
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally

You will enjoy working here if you(are/have)

• You communicate confidently with diverse stakeholders and are able to explain complex technical topics in a clear and understandable manner.
• You possess strong analytical skills and solve technical challenges with a creative and pragmatic mindset.
• You enjoy working in cross‑functional teams and building sustainable relationships with customers and stakeholders.
• You thrive in a dynamic environment and can adapt priorities effectively when circumstances change.

If you want to go further

This position will be located preferably in Schweinfurt, Germany or on one of our main sites in France, Italy or Sweden.

At SKF, we see diversity in our workforce as an asset that supports better business results. We are committed to having a fair and inclusive recruitment process where all hiring decisions are based on objective, job‑related criteria, ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates.

To support a fair and transparent recruitment process, the process may include assessments, and before hiring, we may also carry out background checks and verify application information. We will discuss your salary expectations during the first interview, and our final offer will be based on an objective evaluation of your experience, skills, and potential, aligned with the scope of the role and our internal salary guidelines. Our recruitment process may differ from country to country and will always be in line with applicablecountry-specific laws and regulations.

Come as you are – just be yourself. #weareSKF