About this role
<p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:16.0px">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. </span> </span></p> <p> </p><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Your Key Responsibilities</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Humanoid Robotics & Strategic Development</strong></span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Build and maintain an OEM partner network for humanoid robotics, and drive strategy development.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Lead the vertical integration of humanoid robots into production environments, from pilot concepts through to full-scale implementation.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Develop robotic systems and adapting them to real production tasks and conditions.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Automation & Robotics Engineering</strong></span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Program, configure, and optimize industrial and collaborative robots across production applications.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Oversee the design, development, and integration of advanced robotic systems, ensuring technical robustness and production readiness.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Plan and execute Proofs-of-Concept (PoCs), managing the full cycle from initial validation through to integration into live production environments.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Project & Stakeholder Management</strong></span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Lead cross-functional teams and coordinate with external partners, research institutions, and technology suppliers to deliver automation projects on time and at quality.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Collaborate closely with Schaeffler's global manufacturing technology networks across divisions, business units, and regions as well as central functions including Purchasing, IT, Maintenance, and Quality.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Operational Impact</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Deliver automation solutions that create measurable improvements in operational efficiency, quality, and production flexibility.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Continuously identify and close gaps between automation potential and actual deployment, contributing directly to Schaeffler's targets.</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Your Qualifications</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Required</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field, with at least 1 year of relevant experience.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Verified specialist proficiency in humanoid robotic systems, encompassing both hardware components and software architectures.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Demonstrated competence with advanced automation technologies: COBOTs, industrial robots, AGVs, AMRs, and general-purpose robotics.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Practical experience delivering automation projects end-to-end — from concept and planning through to machine integration and commissioning.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Demonstrated competence in robotics‑related software frameworks and programming languages, including ROS/ROS2, Python, C++, Java, PLC programming, Profinet, OPC UA, and REST APIs.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Knowledge of LLMs and Reinforcement Learning in the context of robotics and automation.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Working knowledge of control algorithms including Inverse Kinematics (IK), Forward Kinematics (FK), and Adaptive Control.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Familiarity with 2D and 3D computer vision systems and their integration in automated environments.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span>External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment VISA or other sponsorship.</span></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> </li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Preferred</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Master's degree in engineering or a related field</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Knowledge of ML algorithms</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Our Offering</b></H2> </div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Medical, dental and vision insurance </span></p> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Life insurance and 401k eligible with up to 6% company match </span></p> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Please see all our benefit offerings at <a href="https://schaefflerbenefits.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Schaeffler Benefits</a></span></p> </li> </ul></div></div></div><p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">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.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application. </span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-size:16.0px"><a title="" href="https://www.schaeffler.us/us/careers/" target="_self">https://www.schaeffler.us/careers/</a></span><br></span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Your contact </span></span></strong></p> <p><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:16.0px">Schaeffler Group USA Inc. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Gillian Taylor Hirsch</span></span> </p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"></span></span> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">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.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px">Keywords: Production Engineering; </span></p>