(Senior) Tribology Engineer (m/f/d)

Job Description

We are currently looking for a dynamic and skilled (Senior) Tribology Engineer (m/f/d) for our location in Neumünster. You will be part of our international Tribology & Materials Engineering (TME) Experts Circle team and you have the chance to make a meaningful impact on our Hydrostatics Division’s projects and initiatives. This position is limited to 12 months.

Job Responsibilities

In this role, you will drive technical solutions primarily for the Hydrostatics division and adjacent business units of Danfoss Power Solutions in relation to tribology, fluids, and engineered metrology features (e.g. surface texture, form, waviness, etc.).

 

This includes the following tasks:

• Performing tribology-related analysis tasks, assemble data streams from laboratories and prepare technical reports containing actionable conclusions.
• Advising internal and external customers on the specification of manufacturing processes and features influencing tribological functional interfaces, considering various requirements such as robustness, cost, and quality.
• Actively research and contribute to tribology solutions during key business activities, e.g. 8D-reports, design FMEAs, and Engineering-driven design review meetings.
• Create and develop tribology-related training programs
• Actively participate in creating and revising standards and represent Danfoss in tribology-related national committees such as STLE, VDA and VDMA
• Coach and train colleagues in tribology matters
• Plan and participate in tribology-related R&D projects

Background & Skills

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

 

To thrive in this position, you hold a university degree (preferably a Master*s degree) in material, chemical or mechanical engineering, ideally with a focus on tribology, and have gained several years of comparable industry experience.  

 

Additionally, we are looking for:

• Knowledge in MiniTab and OmniSurf
• Problem-solving and detail-oriented way of working
• Analytical mindset, practical problem-solving approach,
• Ability to think critically to arrive at decisions based upon facts and when facts are in short supply,
• Flexibility, adaptability, and a collaborative mindset to succeed in a multinational, diverse team across all time zones
• Fluency in English and German

For further details, please contact Friederike Gottwald, Talent Acquisition Specialist, at +49 40 736 751 31

Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Bonus system
• Paid vacation
• Flexible working hours
• Possibility to work remotely
• Pension plan
• Personal insurance
• Communication package
• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
• State of the art virtual work environment
• Employee Referral Program

 

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability,