One million success stories. Start yours today.

Principal R&D Engineer

Date Posted: Jun 26, 2026
Yearly: USD - USD
Apply Now

Job Detail

  • location_on
    Location Waukegan, Illinois, United States of America
  • desktop_windows
    Job Type: Permanent
  • schedule
    Shift:
  • analytics
    Career Level:
  • group
    Positions:
  • calendar_view_day
    Experience:
  • male
    Gender: No Preference
  • school
    Degree:
  • calendar_month
    Apply Before: Sep 24, 2026
Email to Friend Add to Favourite Report Abuse

Job Description

Overview

As a Principal R&D Engineer at Hoerbiger, you will be pivotal in shaping advanced mechanical solutions and driving innovation in tribology-based technologies. Your role involves leading R&D projects and translating scientific insights into high-performance products through hands-on research and collaboration.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead R&D projects and develop innovative products, technologies, and systems.
  • Explore emerging technologies through research, literature reviews, and experimental validation.
  • Design robust solutions with a focus on performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
  • Plan and execute testing, including designing test programs and conducting validation testing.
  • Analyze data and solve problems using simulation and experimental results.
  • Act as a technical lead, managing risks and mentoring colleagues.

Required skills

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • At least five years of R&D experience in industrial environments
  • Experience with 3D printing preferred
  • Knowledge of tribology through education or practical application
  • Analytical thinking to interpret complex data
  • Program and Project Management skills
  • Strong collaboration skills across teams
  • Effective communication of technical topics to diverse stakeholders

What the company offers

  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions
  • Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
  • FSA and HSA options
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • Professional growth through challenging projects and mentoring opportunities
  • Collaborative teamwork in a supportive and international setting

Skills Required

Company Overview

Hoerbiger
Waukegan, Illinois, United States of America
21 Current Jobs Openings

HOERBIGER is a long-established company with over 130 years of industry leadership. They prioritize career stability and offer competitive salaries, recognizing and valuing employee contributions. Read More

Google Map

Related Jobs