Design Engineer - Gearing and Drives

Horsburgh & Scott Company

$70K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering required.
  • 10+ years of machine design experience, with a preference for the gear industry.
  • Familiarity with linear rotational machinery essential.
  • 3-D modeling skills; SolidWorks experience advantageous.
  • Ability to read and interpret machine drawings needed.
  • Experience with BaaN ERP system preferred.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct gear tooth geometry analysis and ratings.
  • Perform shaft deflection and bearing life analyses and selections.
  • Design lubrication systems and housing components.
  • Layout gear drive systems and document assembly/testing notes.
  • Review and approve design drawings before production.
  • Generate requisition texts for major raw materials in BaaN.
  • Act as the technical point of contact post-order for customers and sales.

Benefits

  • Participation in Health & Safety Safety program.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation.
Full Job Description
Primary Job Functions:

Perform engineering functions for custom design products. These functions will include (but are not limited to:

  • Gear tooth geometry analysis and ratings.
  • Shaft deflection analysis.
  • Bearing life analysis and selection.
  • Lubrication system design.
  • Housing design.
  • Gear drive layout.
  • Assembly and testing notes.
  • Review and approve drawings from designer detailers for release to the shop.
  • Enter requisition text for major raw material items into BaaN system for purchase.

Secondary Job Functions:
  • Point contact for technical communications (post order) with customers and sales personnel.
  • Disposition Nonconforming Material Reports (NMR's).
  • Issue Engineering Change Notices (ECN's) when appropriate.
  • Support shop / assembly when questions or issues come up.
  • Create detail drawings when necessary.
  • Other functions as required by management.

Qualifications:
  • B.S. Mechanical Engineering.
  • Minimum of five years' experience in linear/rotational machine design a must (experience within gear industry preferred).
  • 3-D modeling experience, Solid Works experience a plus.
  • Able to read and understand machine drawings.
  • BaaN (ERP System) experience a plus.
  • Microsoft Office applications.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Creative thinker and problem solver.
  • Capable of managing multiple priorities.
  • Participate in H&S Safety programDe.
  • Able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation.

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