Service Center Engineer — Mechanical Drives & CAD

Timken; Hueytown (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Timken is seeking a Service Center Engineer for our Birmingham, AL regional service center. You will analyze equipment, define repair scopes, and perform failure analyses to return gear systems to full operation.

The role requires a mechanical engineering degree and hands-on design experience with gears and drives. Proficiency with CAD tools (SolidWorks/CDrafting) and strong communication skills are essential to collaborate with customers and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering is required.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in design of mechanical drives; co-op and internship experience accepted.
• US citizenship or legal authorization to work in ITAR-regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Implement customer requirements for repair, modification, or upgrade of equipment.
• Evaluate condition of equipment to determine reusable/repairable/replaced components.
• Define scope of work to return equipment to full working condition.
• Perform failure analysis and create technical reports for customers.
• Provide technical support to suppliers, customers, field service, and customer service.
• Support quality assurance activities and ISO certification.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Communication

Customer interaction

Attention to deadlines

Written/verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD drafting

Microsoft Office

Job description

Timken is seeking a Service Center Engineer for our Birmingham, AL regional service center. You will analyze equipment, define repair scopes, and perform failure analyses to return gear systems to full operation.

The role requires a mechanical engineering degree and hands-on design experience with gears and drives. Proficiency with CAD tools (SolidWorks/CDrafting) and strong communication skills are essential to collaborate with customers and internal teams.