Gear Engineer

Allison Transmission • Lafayette, IN

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About The Position

Under the supervision of the Manager of Spicer Torque-Hub Engineering, the Senior Gear Systems Engineer performs diversified design and research for future Off-Highway product development. This includes new gear and gearbox designs, gear optimization, new materials, and new manufacturing and assembly methodologies. The position provides technical support across sourcing, vehicle development, launch, and production, and includes benchmarking, cost-saving work, and mentoring 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 DC, AC induction, IPM, SRIPM, and other high- and low-voltage electric motors.
• Parametric modeling experience.
• GD&T knowledge.
• Understanding of gearbox failure modes.
• Successful record of VAVE engineering during a product’s life cycle.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate degree in engineering or business (preferred but not required).
• Experience with KissSoft, Gleason, Klingelnberg, or Romax gear design software (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Interpret customer technical specifications and design complete gearbox systems to meet Off-Highway design practices and performance requirements, including bevel and cylindrical gears, shafts, and splines.
• Size and select hardware for gearbox systems and subassemblies, including bearings, bushings, seals, o-rings, bolts, friction disks, retaining rings, and washers.
• Provide technical support to purchasing, manufacturing and 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.

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