Staff Geartrain Design Engineer

Tribonet; Valley (AL); On-site; USD 170,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage including dental and vision

One Medical membership

Fertility and family building benefits

Job summary

Tribonet in Valley, Alabama is seeking a Geartrain Design Engineer focused on the design and analysis of geartrain components. You will be responsible for modeling, testing, and quality troubleshooting of components.

The ideal candidate has experience in rotating machinery design, strong knowledge in mechanics, and proficiency in CAD software. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $170,000 to $235,000 per year depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Prior geartrain design and analysis experience from concept through production ramp.
• Strong fundamental knowledge of statics, dynamics, and mechanics of materials.
• Experience with finite element analysis for evaluating stress, strain, and modal response.

Responsibilities

• Design geartrain components including shafts, devices, and clutches.
• Evaluate geartrain noise, efficiency, and durability.
• Perform statistical analysis for component stack-up.

Skills

Geartrain design experience

Rotating machinery design

Statics and dynamics knowledge

System modeling (Romax, Masta, Transmission3D)

Proficiency in MATLAB or Python

Tools

Romax

Masta

Catia

Job description

We’re ALSO, an electric mobility company originally conceived as a part of Rivian. We’re a passionate team of builders, dreamers, doers and innovators, focused on creating entirely new, vertically integrated, small EVs designed to meet the global mobility challenges of today and tomorrow. Our mission is to inspire everyone to ride ALSO—replacing many local car, truck, and SUV miles with vehicles that are more affordable, more enjoyable and 10-50x more efficient.

What You Will Do

• Geartrain component design of rotating shafts, torque split devices, couplings, and clutches
• Geartrain modeling to evaluate geartrain noise, efficiency, durability, reliability
• Spline sizing and load rating
• Bearing load analysis and life rating
• Establish bearing and gear mesh lubrication requirements
• Establish gear mesh and bearing alignment requirements
• 2D and 3D modeling utilizing CAD software
• Statistical analysis for component stack-up
• Component level testing for performance, durability, reliability, and variability
• Geartrain component quality troubleshooting resulting in supplier corrective action

What You Will Bring

• Prior geartrain design and analysis experience from concept through production ramp
• Experience in rotating machinery design including gears, bearings, and tribology analysis
• Strong fundamental knowledge of statics, dynamics, and mechanics of materials
• Geartrain system modeling experience utilizing Romax, Masta, Transmission3D, KissSoft or equivalent
• Proficiency in 3D modeling and product lifecycle management (PLM). Catia preferred but not required
• Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, or equivalent programming language
• Strong fundamental understanding of material properties, heat treatment, and gear manufacturing methods
• Experience with finite element analysis for evaluating stress, strain, and modal response

The salary for this position ranges from $170,000 – $235,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

• Robust health coverage. Excellent health, dental and vision insurance covered up to 100% by ALSO with FSA & HSA options.
• One Medical membership and dedicated insurance advocates.
• Rich fertility and family building benefits with Progyny.