Schaeffler is a global automotive and industrial supplier founded in 1946, known for high-precision components and systems used in mobility and manufacturing. Its work combines engineering, product development, and advanced manufacturing to support automotive, aerospace, and industrial applications, with a focus on innovative and sustainable technologies.
AI R&D Enablement Leadership Program
Join Schaeffler’s two-year leadership program focused on AI for engineering simulations, automation, and production support. Complete four rotations, beginning in Wooster, Ohio, then move into a permanent AI R&D Enablement Engineer position there after successful completion.
Description
- Complete a two-year development program with four six-month rotations.
- Start the first rotation in Wooster, Ohio.
- Work with an experienced professional mentor to build leadership skills and learn best practices.
- Learn from specialists in relevant and cross-functional teams.
- Use scripting and AI to improve simulation workflows.
- Explore custom AI agents and simulation inference by training models with PyTorch and TensorFlow.
- Help process simulation results and automate reporting.
- Use AI to strengthen production support and reduce R&D inefficiencies.
- Take part in training structured around the 70:20:10 model.
- Meet leadership training and rotation development milestones.
- Relocate every six months, potentially among North American facilities and for additional international rotations.
- After successful completion, move into a guaranteed permanent AI R&D Enablement Engineer role in Wooster, Ohio.
Requirements
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, computer science, or a closely related discipline.
- Have a GPA of at least 3.0.
- Bring experience in prompt engineering, AI workflow development, or automation.
- Show interest in applying AI to R&D enablement and production support.
- Have completed at least two relevant co-op or internship rotations.
- Have a strong foundation in machine learning and applying AI in engineering.
- Have exposure to FEA, CFD, or process simulations using commercial CAD and simulation tools.
- Demonstrate a solid understanding of engineering principles.
- Bring strong organizational and communication abilities.
- Be proficient with Microsoft Office.
- Be willing to relocate every six months.
- Experience in a fast-paced setting is preferred.
- Leadership experience or exposure is preferred.
Benefits
- 15 vacation days plus wellness days.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) matching contributions of up to 6%.
- Fitness center reimbursement.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Employee appreciation events.
- Company housing during domestic and international rotations.
- Leadership development and formal instruction using the 70:20:10 model.
- Mentoring from an experienced professional leader.
- A guaranteed permanent position in Wooster, Ohio, after successful program completion.