Job Description

Product Development Engineer

Location: Saint Louis, MO - North Hanley Road

Salary Range: $ 102,000.00 to $ 114,000.00

About SKF:

SKF, reducing friction since 1907, re-imagining rotation for a better tomorrow!

SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer that has been a cornerstone in industrial life. Wherever there are machines or products in motion, SKF bearings are there to reduce friction. SKF drives the industries that support our way of life, powers the machines that put food on the table, and even helps explore the cosmos.

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF is on pace to decarbonize all its production facilities by 2030.

We’re guided by our SKF values. Collaboration is critical to the success of our colleagues, partners, and customers. Curiosity and Courage provide a foundation for innovation and advancement. And we do this work out of Care for our people, customers, communities, and the planet.

We’re a company committed to a culture of belonging, where all our people are encouraged to be themselves and grow their careers in an equitable environment.

Learn about SKF at www.skf.com.

Manual Lubrication Systems (MLS) is one part of SKF’s Lubrication Lifetime Solutions Business Unit’s portfolio, and our MLS team develops tools, equipment, and fluid-handling solutions used in industrial machinery, workshops, and vehicle service applications around the world.

As Product Development Engineer in this team, you will play an important role in developing and improving products from idea to release. You will translate product needs into clear engineering solutions, work with colleagues across functions, and help ensure that our products are robust, compliant, and ready for customer use.

What you can expect in the role:

In this role, you will mainly focus on:

• Developing new and improved products for manual lubrication and fluid-handling applications.
• Converting product requirements into clear specifications, concepts, designs, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Ensuring that products meet performance, quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Planning and supporting validation, testing, qualification, and product release activities.
• Driving engineering changes, product updates, and continuous improvements throughout the product lifecycle.
• Maintaining accurate product data and engineering documentation in line with business processes.
• Working closely with product management, operations, quality, suppliers, and other engineering colleagues to deliver effective solutions.

What we are looking for:

• A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics, or a related engineering field.
• Experience in product development, product engineering, or design engineering within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Good understanding of mechanical design, materials, components, drawings, tolerances, and product documentation.
• Experience with product testing, validation, qualification, or compliance activities.
• Ability to turn customer, product, and business needs into practical engineering solutions.
• A structured way of working, with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills in English and the ability to work effectively with colleagues, suppliers, and stakeholders across functions and locations.
• Experience with fluid handling, lubrication equipment, pumps, valves, hose reels, workshop equipment, or similar products is considered an advantage.

You will enjoy working here if you:

• Thrive in a global, complex, and fast-paced business environment and enjoy cross-functional collaboration.
• Are motivated by developing products that move from concept to launch and into real-world applications.
• Enjoy combining detailed engineering work with broader business impact.

Our offer

We offer an opportunity to work with tangible products that solve real customer needs in a global industrial environment. You will be part of a collaborative team, contribute to product development from concept to release, and help create reliable solutions used by customers around the world.

Some additional information

This position is preferably located in Saint Louis, Missouri, US. Other SKF locations may be considered depending on the candidate’s profile.

You will report to the MLS Business Line Manager.

For questions about the role, please contact the hiring manager or People Experience representative.

Please note that we do not accept applications via email.

What You’ll Love About SKF:

Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.

Work/Life Integration. SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being and health. Flexible work options available, depending on role.

Diversity in the Workplace. At SKF, we strive to embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish; leading to an inclusive, equitable environment that promotes leadership, engagement and innovation.

Best in Class Benefits. 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!

Bonus. SKF offers STVS (Short Term Variable Salary) or Sales Incentive based on company performance and at the discretion of management.

Invest in your Future. 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.