Application Engineer

Location: Saskatchewan 

Salary Range: $ 82,000.00 to $ 92,000.00 CAN

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.

Position Summary

This role offers the opportunity to work directly with customers across a wide range of industries, helping them improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and solve complex operational challenges. From troubleshooting critical equipment issues to supporting major reliability improvement initiatives, no two days are the same.

As an Application Engineer with SKF, you will serve as a trusted technical advisor, working closely with customers, sales teams, and reliability professionals.

This position is home-based, with travel to customer locations across Saskatchewan and Manitoba (approximately 50% of the time), covering some of Canada's most important industrial operations, including mining, agriculture, manufacturing, and food processing. Occasional travel outside of these provinces may also be required.  The successful candidate must reside in Saskatchewan.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support in the areas of product selection, application review, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, quality, and root cause failure analysis.
• Conduct customer site visits to investigate equipment issues, perform inspections, support installations, and identify opportunities for reliability improvement.
• Establish strong technical relationships with customers, positioning SKF as the preferred partner for reliability and rotating equipment solutions.
• Identify and develop innovative, high-value solutions that address customer challenges, improve operational performance, and create measurable value.
• Develop and deliver technical training programs for customers and internal personnel.
• Collaborate across multiple teams, including customer service, sales and reliability, to achieve the company’s goals.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent education.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation with APEGS, or eligibility to obtain registration within a reasonable period of employment.
• 3 years experience in engineering, reliability, maintenance, rotating equipment, technical sales support, or industrial applications.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer service, communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Proven track record of proactive continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities, solve complex technical problems, and create value for customers.

Travel Requirements

50% travel required

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.