Application Guide

How to Apply for Product & Digitalization Engineer

at Freudenberg

🏢 About Freudenberg

Freudenberg is a global technology group pioneering tailor-made emission-neutral energy systems for heavy-duty e-mobility, making it a key player in the sustainable transportation revolution. Working here offers the chance to directly impact decarbonization of trucks, buses, and off-road vehicles through innovative engineering and digitalization. The company values cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement, providing a dynamic environment for engineers passionate about green tech.

About This Role

As a Product & Digitalization Engineer, you will bridge product development and digital transformation, designing new products from concept to launch while also building Power Platform tools and Industry 4.0 solutions. This dual role ensures you influence both hardware innovation and operational efficiency, driving sustainability and data-driven decision-making across the product lifecycle. Your work will directly accelerate the shift to emission-neutral heavy-duty mobility.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day starts with checking Power BI dashboards for production metrics, then joining a cross-functional meeting to review a product launch timeline. You might spend the afternoon designing a new component in CAD while also building a Power Automate flow to streamline prototype testing data. Later, you'd collaborate with manufacturing engineers to validate a digital twin or MES integration, ensuring alignment with quality and sustainability goals.

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🎯 Who Freudenberg Is Looking For

  • An engineer with 0–5 years of experience who can combine mechanical design (e.g., injection molding) with digital tool expertise (Power BI, Power Automate) to improve product processes.
  • Someone comfortable with both APQP/PDP product launch processes and deploying MES or data acquisition systems for real-time visibility.
  • A proactive problem-solver who can lead DFMEA and prototyping while also automating manual workflows using low-code platforms.
  • A candidate eager to work remotely in a cross-functional team, with strong communication skills to align engineering, manufacturing, and IT stakeholders.

📝 Tips for Applying to Freudenberg

1

Tailor your resume to highlight any experience with Power Platform (Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate) even if from personal projects or coursework, as digitalization is a key differentiator.

2

Mention specific manufacturing processes you've worked with (e.g., injection molding, compression molding) and how you applied DFMEA or APQP in those contexts.

3

Quantify impact: e.g., 'Reduced product launch time by X% using APQP' or 'Built a Power App that saved Y hours per week in data collection.'

4

Submit a cover letter that explicitly connects your engineering background to sustainability in heavy-duty e-mobility, showing you understand the company's mission.

5

Prepare a portfolio or examples of digital tools you've built (even simple ones) – share links or screenshots in your application if possible.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your passion for sustainable heavy-duty mobility and how your engineering skills can contribute to emission-neutral energy systems.', 'Specific examples of integrating digital tools (Power BI, Power Automate) into product development or manufacturing processes.', 'Your experience with product launch methodologies (APQP, PDP) and cross-functional collaboration, emphasizing results.', 'Your ability to work remotely and independently while staying aligned with global teams and deadlines.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Explore Freudenberg's e-mobility division and their specific product lines (e.g., fuel cell components, battery thermal management) to understand their technology focus.
  • → Read about their sustainability goals and recent press releases on emission-neutral systems to align your answers with company priorities.
  • → Familiarize yourself with Industry 4.0 concepts and Power Platform capabilities – even basic knowledge of Power BI and Power Automate will help.
  • → Check the company's LinkedIn and employee reviews to understand remote work culture and team dynamics.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through a product development project you led from concept to launch – how did you use APQP or DFMEA?
2 Describe a time you built a digital tool (e.g., dashboard, automation) to solve a manufacturing or engineering problem. What was the impact?
3 How would you approach integrating MES with existing manufacturing systems to improve data visibility?
4 What experience do you have with injection or compression molding? How would you design for manufacturability in that context?
5 This role is remote – how do you stay productive and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams across time zones?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic application without mentioning digitalization or sustainability – Freudenberg specifically wants candidates who understand the dual role.
  • Overlooking the 'open to entry-level' aspect – don't assume you need years of experience; focus on your potential and eagerness to learn digital tools.
  • Neglecting to show examples of digital tools you've built – even simple projects demonstrate initiative, which is critical for this role.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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