Tooling Design Engineer

Gleason • Rochester, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

An engineer in the Work Holding Engineering (WHE) Group at The Gleason Works will design the components and assemblies necessary to hold all matters of aerospace, automotive, and marine gears during machining processes. This role involves designing tooling for all gear processing operations, from cutting of blanks to final inspection, for our Gear Solution machines as well as non-Gleason and non-traditional machines.

Requirements

• Proficient in the use of 3D modeling software including the creation of drawings (Pro-Engineer/Creo preferred).
• Able to effectively use general mechanical/structural calculations (Stress, strain, fatigue).
• Familiarity with Finite Element Analysis techniques (Ansys or PTC Mechanica/Simulate).
• Able to effectively communicate ideas and concepts to coworkers of different job backgrounds.
• Familiar with ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001:2004 Standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with Internet.
• Experience with Project Management Software.
• Experience with SAP Modules: Sales & Distribution, Quality Management, Material Management, and Engineering Change Order Management.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineer or Mechanical Engineering Technology.
• 5-10 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Understanding and using customer technical drawings, schematics, and gear geometry reports to modify existing work holding equipment for specific customer applications.
• Creating and modifying 3D models and corresponding component and assembly drawings to meet customer needs and expectations.
• Working with Senior Engineers on the development and creation of non-standard tooling for specialized or uncommon applications.
• Corresponding with customers on process specifications and customer-specific requirements.
• Working with manufacturing personnel to discuss plant capabilities and alternative design options for ease of assembly, manufacturing, and cost reduction.
• Holding design reviews with Senior and Lead engineers, as well as manufacturing personnel, to finalize designs.
• Processing changes to existing tooling to meet manufacturing and customer's changing needs.
• Performing general project management tasks such as logging hours, progress tracking, and document retention.

What This Job Offers

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