Design Engineer - Gearing and Drives

Company Overview

The Horsburgh & Scott Company is a leading manufacturer of industrial gears and custom gear drives, with 140 years of engineering and manufacturing expertise. Our commitment to quality and innovation ensures that we deliver the highest quality gearing products and services to our customers. To learn more about our Company and capabilities, visit our website at Horsburgh & Scott | Gear Manufacturer and Gearbox Repair.

**Position is based in Cleveland, Ohio. Relocation assistance provided.

Primary Job Functions:

Perform engineering functions for custom design products. These functions will include (but are not limited to:

• Gear tooth geometry analysis and ratings.
• Shaft deflection analysis.
• Bearing life analysis and selection.
• Lubrication system design.
• Housing design.
• Gear drive layout.
• Assembly and testing notes.
• Review and approve drawings from designer detailers for release to the shop.
• Enter requisition text for major raw material items into BaaN system for purchase.

Secondary Job Functions:

• Point contact for technical communications (post order) with customers and sales personnel.
• Disposition Nonconforming Material Reports (NMR’s).
• Issue Engineering Change Notices (ECN’s) when appropriate.
• Support shop / assembly when questions or issues come up.
• Create detail drawings when necessary.
• Other functions as required by management.

Qualifications:

• B.S. Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of five years' experience in linear/rotational machine design a must (experience within gear industry preferred).
• 3-D modeling experience, Solid Works experience a plus.
• Able to read and understand machine drawings.
• BaaN (ERP System) experience a plus.
• Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Creative thinker and problem solver.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Participate in H&S Safety program.
• Able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation.