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Accelerated Leadership Program - Research & Development - AI R&D Enablement

Schaeffler
Wooster, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 7/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/26/2026
Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

Your Key Responsibilities

The Accelerated Leadership Development Program is a two-year, high-potential development experience comprised of four six-month rotations that provide cross-departmental exposure and leadership development. Each rotation may be located at any of our facilities throughout the North American Region (USA, Mexico, and Canada), with the possibility of additional international rotations. The first rotation will begin in Wooster, Ohio. Upon successful completion of the program, participants are guaranteed a permanent position in Wooster, Ohio as an Engineer for AI R&D Enablement.

This Research & Development career path is designed for candidates who are interested in applying AI to R&D and production challenges, improving R&D efficiency, and supporting innovation through prompt engineering, computer engineering, and AI-enabled workflow optimization. This role is likely better suited to candidates with a computer engineering or related background.

Research & Development Responsibilities:

  • Partner with a mentor who is an experienced professional leader to develop best practices and evolve into a leader at Schaeffler
  • Gain knowledge alongside experts in relevant and cross-functional departments
  • Support simulation workflow optimization through scripting and AI
  • Investigate the creation of custom AI agents and simulation inferencing through model training using tools such as PyTorch and TensorFlow
  • Assist with post-processing of results for report automation
  • Apply AI methods to help improve production support and reduce R&D inefficiencies
  • Participate in training based on the 70:20:10 model, emphasizing hands-on experience, mentoring, and formal training
  • Complete leadership training and use tools to develop leadership skills
  • Complete rotation development milestones
  • Become equipped for the guaranteed position upon graduation

Your Qualifications

Candidate Profile

For this high-potential development program, we are looking for candidates who are ambitious, creative, enthusiastic, and passionate about leadership and professional growth.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Experience with prompt engineering, AI workflow development, or automation
  • Interest in applying AI to R&D enablement and production support
  • At least two rotations of relevant co-ops or internships
  • Experience in a fast-paced environment preferred
  • Strong background in machine learning and the utilization of AI in engineering
  • Exposure to FEA/CFD/process simulations with commercial CAD and simulation tools
  • Leadership experience or exposure preferred
  • Strong understanding of engineering principles
  • Excellent organization and communication skills
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills
  • Willingness to relocate every six months

Our Offering

Comprehensive Benefits Package Including:

  • 15 Days' Vacation, plus Wellness days
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • 401K Match Up To 6%
  • Fitness Center Reimbursement
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Appreciation Events

See all our Benefits on www.schaefflerbenefits.com

Company Housing during domestic and international rotations

As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.

Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.

https://www.schaeffler.us/careers/

Your contact

Schaeffler Group USA Inc.

Sandy Annise Rice

18035782888

Schaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Keywords: Administration, Services & Support; Research & Development; Digitalization & Information Technology

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