Accelerated Leadership Development Program - R&D Power Electronics

 

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.  

 

Your Key Responsibilities

Schaeffler, a global automotive and industrial supplier, is seeking eager Engineers for our facility in Wooster, OH. The ideal candidate would have eMobility interest/education focused on power electronics systems. They will be working with the development of new eMobility product power electronic systems. This is a two-year Leadership Development Program that focuses on a Research and Development path comprised of four six-month rotations that provide cross-departmental exposure. Each rotation can be located at any of our facilities throughout the North American Region (USA, Mexico and Canada), including the possibility for international rotations. The first rotation will start in Wooster, OH. Upon graduation of the program, a permanent position in Wooster is guaranteed.

• Partner with a mentor who is a seasoned professional engineering manager to develop best practices and evolve into a leader at Schaeffler
• Develop ideas, concepts and design of new power electronics components. 
• Gain knowledge alongside experts in areas such as e-mobility simulations, bearing technology, product design and development, troubleshooting, customer interfacing, and testing.
• Are trained based on the 70:20:10 model which emphasis a mixture of hands-on experience, mentoring, and formal training
• Are given training and tools to develop leadership skills
• Present their rotation accomplishments at the end of each rotation in front of the Executive Board, senior management, mentors, and supervisors
• Receive company housing for the duration of the program (two years) and a competitive salary and benefits

Your Qualifications

For this high-potential development program, we are looking for candidates who are ambitious, creative, enthusiastic, and passionate about leadership and their professional growth.

Qualified candidates will have...

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering 
• 3.0 minimum GPA
• At least two rotations of co-ops or internships
• Experience with research and development preferred
• Experience in leadership preferred
• Self-motivated & driven to achieve results
• Thorough understanding of engineering principals
• Continuous improvement approach
• Excellent Organization and Communication skills
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Willingness to relocate every 6 months

Our Offering

• Company Housing during domestic and international rotations
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Including:
  • 15 Days' Vacation, plus Wellness days
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • 401K Match Up To 6%
  • Fitness Center Reimbursement
  • Tuition Reimbursement for continuing education
  • Employee Appreciation Events
• See all our Benefits on www.schaefflerbenefits.com

As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.

 

Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.

 

Information on our understanding of leadership can be found here: www.schaeffler.com/leadership.

 

www.schaeffler.com/careers

 

Your Contact 

Schaeffler Group USA Inc.  

Katee Jean Baer  

 

 

Schaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. 

 

Keywords: Administration, Services & Support; Research & Development 

 

Job Type: Engineer 
Job Family: Administration, Services & Support 
Contract Type: Not Applicable 
Schedule: Full-Time