Principal R&D Engineer

As a Senior Research and Development Engineer, you shape the future of advanced mechanical solutions by turning scientific insight into high‑performance products. You drive innovation across tribology‑based technologies and play a key role in strengthening our technology leadership. Through hands‑on research, smart experimentation, and close collaboration, you help bring reliable, efficient, and future‑ready solutions to life. How you will make a difference Lead R&D projects by developing innovative products, technologies, and systems aligned with our strategic roadmap. Explore emerging technologies through structured research, literature and patent reviews, and experimental validation. Design robust solutions at component, subsystem, and system level with focus on performance, reliability, and manufacturability. Plan and execute testing by designing test programs, building test stands, and performing life and validation testing. Analyze data and solve problems using simulation, experimental results, and root‑cause methodologies. Act as technical lead by managing risks, making sound engineering decisions, and mentoring colleagues What you should be good at Engineering expertise with a Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related field and applied scientific principles. Product development experience with at least five years in R&D and industrial environments. 3D prinitng experience is preferred. Tribology knowledge gained through education or hands‑on application. Analytical thinking to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable solutions. Program and Project Management Collaboration skills to work effectively across manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams. Communication strength to explain complex technical topics in test execution reports clearly to diverse stakeholders. What you can look forward to Meaningful impact by working on technologies that improve efficiency, reliability, and sustainability. Innovation culture where ideas, experimentation, and learning from failure are encouraged. Professional growth through challenging projects, knowledge sharing, and mentoring opportunities. Modern engineering environment with advanced tools, testing capabilities, and digital methods. Collaborative teamwork in a respectful, supportive, and international setting. Long‑term perspective within a stable company committed to future‑oriented engineering. Compensation This is a salaried exempt position with a pay range from $106,682 - $160,023 per year. Pay will be based on qualifications and experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr HOERBIGER Automatisierungstechnik Holding GmbH