Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities:

• Engage in an international technical trainee program designed to become a future technical leader or expert.
• Participate in projects across North American sites in Durham (NC), Asheville (NC), and Macon (GA), with an international rotation including a visit to our headquarters in Weinheim, Germany.
• Collaborate with peers from diverse engineering backgrounds such as mechanical, electrical, and industrial engineering.
• Undertake challenging technical projects that are significant for the business, supported by interpersonal skills and leadership training, potentially including Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
• Receive oversight and sponsorship from Executive and Senior Management, who will provide technical and project management support, mentorship, and progress monitoring.
• Commit to an 18 to 24-month program, with rotations typically every six months, allowing you to gain experience at different sites with different technologies while working and rotating together as a cohesive group.

Qualifications:

• Educational Background: BS, preferably MS or PhD in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or Chemical Engineering
• Practical Experience: Internship and/or Coop at Freudenberg or similar practical work experience in a globally operating company (general industry/manufacturing).
• Travel Readiness: Interest, willingness, and ability to travel as a group of 3 trainees within the US and abroad.
• Personal Attributes: Curiosity, eagerness to explore new ideas and technologies, a can-do attitude, and positive energy.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to collaborate seamlessly with diverse teams and adapt quickly to new challenges and cultures.
• Community and Personal Engagement: Active participation in volunteer work or community projects, artistic endeavors, and sports or fitness activities, demonstrating a commitment to social responsibility and personal well-being.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.