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Responsibilities:

The AI Product Design Engineer (f/m/d) plays a key role in executing and leading global development projects focused on advanced computational methods. The position contributes to strengthening and scaling advanced AI, data-driven, and simulation-based methodologies across the organization and a variety of products, enabling measurable efficiency, quality, and innovation gains. The role combines technical execution with technical leadership, close collaboration with global stakeholders, and active contribution to method development and capability building. The ideal candidate will also contribute to the development of innovative solutions for product development in key strategic areas.

• Execute and technically lead global projects in the field of Advanced AI and machine learning methods, as well as data-driven modeling and simulation-based approaches to enhance product quality and accelerate design processes

• Design, implement, and maintain advanced AI solutions using state-of-the-art methods, whilst ensuring high code quality through testing, documentation and version control

• Contribute to the standardization and industrialization of computational and AI-based methods, supporting the transfer into production environments

• Work closely with cross-functional, international teams, communicate findings and best practices within the organization

• Continuously build and maintain deep expertise in relevant computational, AI and data science domains, as well as product, process and material know-how

Qualifications:

• Education: MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Data Sience or related field

• Experience: Strong experience (2+ years) in at least two of the following areas: Finite Element Analysis (e.g., Abaqus, ANSYS), topology optimization methods and AI tools (e.g. AI Agents), applied materials engineering or material selection for manufacturable component design

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Python and familiarity with APIs for engineering software integration and experience in AI automation coding, simulation tools, and CAE tools

• Collaboration: Eagerness to participate in a global team and present to stakeholders  

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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