Mechanical Designer (Gearbox Designer)

Tribonet; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Training & career development

Mobility program abroad

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Scalian in the United States is seeking an experienced Mechanical Designer to design gearbox systems for gas turbine engines and aerospace applications, including gears, housings, shafts and lubrication systems, using CAD modeling and analytical methods.

You will perform loads, thermal, FEA, fatigue analyses, prepare drawings and reports, support testing, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver airworthy, standards‑compliant designs.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent required.
• 10+ years gearbox development experience with gas turbine or aerospace.
• Proficiency in CAD software (CATIA/NX) and analysis tools (ANSYS).
• Familiarity with materials, coatings and heat treatment for gearbox components.
• Experience with aerospace standards and GD&T (ASME Y14.5).
• Experience with Stack Up Analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop gearbox systems for gas turbine engines.
• Design gas turbine components for powerheads, LRUs and other equipment.
• Perform detailed mechanical design including gear geometry, housing, bearings, seals, shafts and lubrication systems.
• Conduct analyses (load, thermal, FEA, fatigue) to ensure performance and airworthiness.
• Prepare and review 3D models, drawings, specs and reports.
• Support testing and validation of gearbox components and systems.
• Collaborate with suppliers and cross‑functional teams to optimize designs.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure design meets constraints.
• Build relationships with clients, partners and internal engineering teams.

Skills

CAD/CAM (CATIA/NX)

FEA (ANSYS)

GD&T (ASME Y14.5)

Airworthiness standards knowledge

Tribology basics

Education

BS in Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, or similar field

Tools

CATIA

NX

ANSYS

Job description

An educational platform on tribology — the science of friction, wear and lubrication

Who is it for

Engineers, researchers, students and industry professionals

At Scalian, we are a leading multinational engineering consulting firm with 6,000 specialists and over 35 years of experience. We are specialized in Industrial Performance (Quality Assurance, Supply Chain, and Project Management) and Digital Systems (IT & Software and Systems Engineering) and.

Our expertise serves various technological sectors such as the aerospace, defense, rail, and energy industries while providing distinctive support to their development and operations.

Are you an experienced Mechanical Designer (Gearbox Designer)?

If your answer is yes, it’s your lucky day as we are looking for a dynamic and talented person to join our team in the US!

As a Mechanical Designer, this role focuses on designing and developing gearbox systems for gas turbine and aerospace applications, including detailed mechanical design of gears, housings, shafts, bearings, seals, and lubrication systems. It combines advanced CAD modeling and analytical work (loads, thermal, FEA, fatigue) with the preparation of engineering documentation and support of testing, validation, and supplier activities. The role also involves close collaboration with cross‑functional teams, customers, and partners to deliver optimized, airworthy, and standards‑compliant gearbox designs.

Job Description

• Design and develop gearbox systems for gas turbine engines.
• Design gas turbine components for the powerhead, LRUs, and other equipment.
• Perform detailed mechanical design, including gear geometry, housing, bearings, seals, shafts, and lubrication systems.
• Conduct analytical studies (load analysis, thermal, FEA, fatigue) to ensure mechanical integrity and performance comply with customer and airworthiness specifications.
• Prepare and review engineering documentation including 3D models, drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
• Support testing and validation of the gearbox components and systems.
• Participate in root cause investigations and provide corrective actions for development and in‑service issues.
• Interface with suppliers and subcontractors for build to print and build to specification components.
• Follow‑up with other engineering groups to assure design performs as specified.
• Coordinate with other engineering and company departments to achieve optimization of the design, based on established constraints.
• Build a strong relationship with clients, partners and parent company technical team in a partnership environment.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, or similar field.
• 10+ years’ experience in gearbox development with gas turbine designs or within aerospace.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g, CATIA, NX) and analysis tools (ANSYS).
• Familiarity with materials, coatings, and heat treatment processes relevant to gearbox components.
• Experience with aerospace standards and design practices.
• Demonstrated experience with Dimensioning and Tolerancing ASME Y14.5-2009 (GD&T).
• Demonstrated Experience with Stack Up Analysis.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

• Knowledge of lubrication systems, thermal management, and tribology.
• Experience in designs that comply with airworthiness rules and aviation standards as related to commercial aircraft engines.
• Understand the operation of aircraft Auxiliary Power Units and related systems.
• Understands configuration management and design control.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to make good decisions related to component design and application
• Creative and innovative problem solver.

Additional Information

• To acquire experience in different critical industries and projects while working for the same company;
• To have a competitive salary and a great benefits package
• To access trainings that focus on expanding your knowledge while staying up to date with cutting edge technologies and best practices;
• To have a clear career development plan that suits your goals;
• To have the possibility of working abroad through our mobility program thanks to our international presence;
• To join a dynamic, specialized and fast‑growing group where communication is key and where every team member is valued
• To be part of a team where having fun is essential