Working at Freudenberg: ''We will wow your world!'' This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but so offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments. Together with our partners, customers and the world of science, we develop-edge technologies, and excellent products and services for about 40 markets and for thousands of applications: seals, vibration control components, batteries and fuel cells, textiles, filters, cleaning technologies and products, specialty chemicals and medical products. You support our team as Project Manager: Surface Engineer for Data-Driven R&D (f/m/d)

Lead activities in data-driven material / process development in surface engineering. Develop and optimize processes for adhesion promotion in multi-material interfaces, esp. polymer-metal or polymer-polymer interfaces. Analyze and interpret data to guide material development decisions, using advanced statistical and data mining techniques. Leverage physics-based modelling and AI tools to predict material behavior and performance. Collaborate with interdisciplinary and international teams to achieve project goals. Present project results to internal/external partners, senior leadership, and diverse audiences, while driving new project acquisition efforts.

PhD or equivalent in surface engineering, materials science, chemistry, chemical or mechanical engineering, or a related field. Proven expertise in data-driven material or process development, e.g. data-driven modeling and/or use of machine learning methods for material/process development, demonstrated through projects, publications, spin-offs, or consulting Proven knowledge in the fields of surface engineering, especially coating technologies (e.g. paint technology, PE-CVD, PVD etc.). Experiences in designing multi-material interfaces, adhesion and bonding. Proficiency in programming languages like Python, Julia, C/C++, and familiarity with SQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Flask, Azure, or other cloud technologies. Ability to work independently in data analysis and physics-based modeling. Innovative, cross-disciplinary thinking combined with an analytical, structured approach and strong implementation skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proactive team player with strong leadership skills. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Cafeteria/ Canteen We offer fresh food on-site, both hot and cold. Company Save for retirement with the company's help. Corporate events We celebrate success as a team, because only together can we achieve our goals. Health Management We support you to stay and become healthy and fit. Public Transport Allowance Commute more affordable thanks to public transport allowance. JOBV1_EN