Gear Engineer

Cindavi; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in gear design seeks a dedicated Gear Design Engineer/Manufacturing Engineer. You will support both facilities in Johnstown, PA, ensuring quality gear production through process optimization. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and 3+ years of relevant experience. This full-time role offers medical and vision insurance, 401(k), and paid parental leave, contributing to a growing organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or related field is required.
• 3+ years of experience in high-volume gear manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of gear types and gear cutting methods.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize gear manufacturing processes.
• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Select appropriate tools, materials, and machines for gear production.
• Implement continuous improvement and Lean initiatives.
• Collaborate with design and production teams.
• Support root cause analysis for gear-related issues.

Skills

Gear manufacturing processes optimization

Engineering drawings interpretation

Tool and material selection

Lean initiatives implementation

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

Job description

Base pay range

$125,000.00/yr - $135,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus and Sign‑on bonus

Location

Onsite, Johnstown, PA

Job Description

We’re seeking a dedicated Gear Design Engineer/Manufacturing Engineer to serve as our gear expert, supporting both of our facilities in Johnstown, PA and Blairsville, PA. This is an excellent opportunity with a stable, growing organization in a critical industry.

What You Will Do

• Design, develop, and optimize gear manufacturing processes (machining, hobbing, grinding, heat treat)
• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to ensure quality and performance
• Select appropriate tools, materials, and machines for gear production
• Design fixtures and special tooling to support manufacturing
• Implement and support continuous improvement and Lean initiatives
• Collaborate with design, quality, and production teams to resolve manufacturing challenges
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for gear‑related and product issues
• Stay current with industry trends, gear standards (AGMA, ISO), and emerging technologies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years in high‑volume gear manufacturing
• Strong understanding of gear types (spur, helical, bevel, etc.) and gear cutting methods

What We Offer

• Contribute to critical industries with a 100+ year legacy
• Work in a culture focused on learning, collaboration, and long‑term success
• Grow within a stable, respected, and forward‑looking company

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Engineering and Project Management

Industries

• Primary Metal Manufacturing and Manufacturing

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave