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# Product Design Engineer - Battery Systems

- **Company:** Schaeffler Group USA Inc.
- **Location:** Wooster, OH, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Configuration Management, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Systems Architecture, Management of Software Versions, Creo
- **Published:** September 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.schaeffler.com/talentcommunity/apply/1271308701/?locale=en_US

## About the Role

* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
 * 3 plus years of professional experience with at least one year in mechanical product design and development, within battery systems, or e-mobility.
 * Proficient in 3D CAD software (such as Creo, or similar) and hands-on experience with technical documentation.
 * Strong understanding of DFMEA, risk analysis, and product validation processes.
 * Familiarity with design for manufacturing/assembly (DFM/DFA) and configuration management principles.
 * Strong analytical skills, structured approach, and attention to detail.
 * Ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary, cross-functional teams.
 * Excellent communication and documentation skills in English (German beneficial).
 * External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment VISA or other sponsorship.
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## Description

* Conduct mechanical development engineering activities required to develop competitive battery system products.
 * Develop the structure of the mechanical system based on system architecture, integrating measures derived from risk analysis into the design.
 * Break down the overall system structure into subsystems and components, and create detailed product specifications for each.
 * Review and assess the potential for reusing existing subsystems and components to optimize development efficiency and cost.
 * Develop alternative structures and thoroughly evaluate each to select the most suitable solution for the application.
 * Ensure double-sided traceability with the mechanical architecture through precise documentation and provide deliverables under robust configuration management (including material designation, versioning, storage location, etc.).