Gear Engineer

Cindavi; United States; 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 well-established engineering company is seeking a Gear Design Engineer to lead manufacturing initiatives within their facilities. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering and over three years of experience in high-volume gear manufacturing. Responsibilities include optimizing manufacturing processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring quality standards are met. This full-time role offers competitive compensation in the Greater Pittsburgh Region and opportunities for growth within a stable organization, contributing to critical industries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3+ years in high-volume gear manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of gear cutting methods.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize gear manufacturing processes.
• Select appropriate tools and machines for production.
• Implement and support Lean initiatives.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve manufacturing challenges.
• Stay current with gear standards and technologies.

Skills

Gear manufacturing processes

Engineering drawings interpretation

Continuous improvement initiatives

Root cause analysis

Collaboration with teams

Education

Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s in Manufacturing Engineering

Job description

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This range is provided by Cindavi. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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

Additional compensation types

• Annual Bonus
• Direct message the job poster from Cindavi

Cindavi | Vice President of Technical Recruiting

Looking to make a move where your gear experience isn’t just used— it’s appreciated?

Who We Are:

We are a proven 100+ year leader serving the Oil & Gas, Transit, Railroad, Mining, and general industry sectors across the U.S. and globally. You’ll do work that matters - leading at every level, growing your skills, and making a real impact.

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

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Inferred from the description for this job

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

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