Gear Engineer

Allison Transmission • Lafayette, LA

7h

About The Position

The Senior Gear Systems Engineer performs diversified design and research for future Off-Highway product development under the supervision of the Manager of Spicer Torque-Hub Engineering. Work includes new gear and gearbox designs, gear optimizations, new materials, and new manufacturing and assembly methodologies. The role provides technical support through sourcing, vehicle development, launch, and production, and contributes to cost-saving initiatives and the development of less experienced engineers and technicians. Domestic and international travel may be required based on business needs; typical travel is less than 10%, mostly domestic, with rare international travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related technical field.
• At least 1 year of experience in bevel and/or cylindrical gear powertrain engineering in the automotive, commercial vehicle, or off-highway industries.
• At least 1 year of experience in gear design software and/or gear manufacturing and inspection.
• Fundamental understanding of how hydrostatic and electrically driven drivetrains operate and familiarity with their components, including hydraulic pumps, motors and valves; SAHR and SAER brakes; and high- and low-voltage electric motors.
• Parametric modeling experience.
• Understanding of GD&T.
• Understanding of gearbox failure modes.
• A successful record of VAVE engineering during a product’s life cycle.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed; typical travel is less than 10%.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate degree in engineering or business.
• Experience with KissSoft, Gleason, Klingelnberg, or Romax gear design software.

Responsibilities

• Interpret customer technical specifications and design complete gearbox systems, including bevel gears, cylindrical gears, shafts, and splines, in accordance with Off-Highway design practices and performance requirements.
• Size and select hardware for gearbox systems or sub-assemblies, including bearings, bushings, seals, o-rings, bolts, friction disks, retaining rings, and washers.
• Provide technical support to purchasing, manufacturing plants, assembly plants, and other engineering departments during sourcing, vehicle development, launch, and production.
• Author and/or review DFMEAs and DVP&Rs; participate in APQP; and review part deviations and PPAPs.
• Mentor and train less experienced gear engineers and technicians.
• Perform benchmarking and competitive gear analyses.
• Develop and implement VAVE cost-savings projects.
• Conduct diversified design and research for future Off-Highway product development, including gear designs and optimizations, gearbox designs, materials, and manufacturing and assembly methodologies.

Benefits

• Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
• Employer HSA contribution
• Dental and vision insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Short- and long-term disability
• Voluntary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, and pet insurance
• 401(k) with company match and contribution
• Accrued paid time off
• 12 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday
• Employee wellness program
• Tuition assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level