Product Development Engineer - Mechanical Tools
Houten, NL
SKF has been around for more than a century, and today we are one of the world’s largest suppliers of solutions for rotating equipment. Our products are found throughout society - wherever there is movement, SKF’s solutions may be in use. This means we are an important part of the everyday lives of people and companies around the world.
The SKF Lubrication Lifetime Solutions Business Unit is responsible for the development, design and manufacturing of lubrication-related systems, tools and equipment. The Business Unit operates in a large number of countries and markets, with a customer portfolio that includes many major OE manufacturers of automotive and industrial products, as well as distribution channel partners.
Product Development Engineer - Mechanical Tools
Within SKF and the Lubrication Lifetime Solutions BU, MPT (Maintenance Products and Power Transmission) provides innovative maintenance, lubrication, and power transmission solutions to customers worldwide. With a team that values entrepreneurship, we aim to provide effective products and services in a market that continues to evolve.
We are now looking for a motivated Product Development Engineer to join our Offer Development and Innovation team in MPT, with focus on developing our Mechanical Tools products and portfolio.
Key responsibilities:
In this role, your main responsibility will be to develop the product range mechanical tools within the SKF MPT portfolio. Furthermore, you will be:
- Generating innovative product ideas to bring unique products to market
- Managing projects to develop and launch new products
- Ensuring product quality and regulatory compliance
- Offering technical support to our customers
- Working in close cooperation with our development partners and suppliers
What we expect you to have/be:
- Master’s degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
- Experience or solid affinity with industrial IoT and connected objects
- Previous working or relevant internship experience in the role of project leader or product development team member
- Experience in working in an international environment across different teams, functional areas and cultures
SKF is committed to creating a diverse environment, and we firmly believe that a diverse workforce is essential for our continued success. Therefore, we only focus on your experience, skills, and potential. Come as you are – just be yourself. #weareSKF
Additional information
This role is located in Houten, The Netherlands.
As this is a global role, willingness to travel occasionally will be needed.
Please note that we can't accept applications via email.
Is this you?
If you want to support a rapidly expanding company and join our MPT team, we encourage you to apply now!
Please submit your application with CV in English no later than June 30th, 2026.
We will screen candidates continuously throughout the application period, so make sure to submit your application as soon as possible!
At SKF, we are committed to promoting fairness and inclusivity throughout our recruitment process. To achieve this, we may include assessments and verify the information in your application in compliance with country-specific laws and regulations. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the recruiter.