Application Engineer – Agriculture

SKF Group

Application Engineer at SKF designing and proposing product solutions for agriculture machinery. Collaborating with sales and engineering teams to fulfill customer needs and technical requirements.

Posted 4/30/2026full-timeWaukegan • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $77,000 - $87,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Applying knowledge and training in mechanical engineering to contribute substantially in the development and implementation of customized or application specific offers, and to work with customer, 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’s like ROMAX, MESYS, MASTA, KissSoft or SimPro (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 and ensure it meets 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 frame work 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

Requirements

What you’ll need

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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.
SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being and health.
Flexible work options available, depending on role.
At SKF, we strive to embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in everything we do.
SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment.
Added benefits include company paid life insurance, STD, LTD.
Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!
SKF offers STVS (Short Term Variable Salary) or Sales Incentive based on company performance and at the discretion of management.
Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution : 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.

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Hard Skills & Tools

mechanical engineeringdesign analysis3D modelingfinite element analysis (FEA)engineering calculationsbearing life softwareDFMEAdamage analysisroot cause evaluationproject management

Soft Skills

organizational skillsmulti-taskingattention to detailanalytical skillsdecision makingproblem-solvingcustomer serviceinterpersonal skillsteamworkcritical thinking

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering