Senior Staff Engineer, Gear Engineer

Description:As a Senior Staff Gear Engineer for Allison Transmission Gear Systems team, you will be responsible for the gear design and development associated with new transmissions and transmission variants, while also providing directly support to problem resolution and cost optimization efforts for existing product lines across all end markets. In this role, you will provide specialized expertise in gear design and analysis, contributing to engineering decisions related to performance, manufacturability, and reliability of gear systems.Responsibilities:Serve as the Center of Expertise (COE) for gear design and analysis, with a strong system-level understanding of interactions with adjacent mechanical components such as shafts, housings, bearings, splines, and carriersFoster effective collaboration within the team, demonstrating technical expertise and mentoring the success and growth of othersConduct CAE system level modeling and simulation of complete transmissions to evaluate durability, performance, and efficiency Support DFMEA, PFMEA and BP activities to guide product design; including either generation of new or modification of existing documentsPerform engineering calculations: component loading, stress, and life calculations for general sizing efforts Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure design intend in maintained during all design phases (from Concept Validation to Production) Execute R&D activities related to Gear Systems in support of Technology Information Lifecycle and new gear technology/materials/processesContribute to the development of internal capabilities by mentoring engineers and supporting the creation of tools, guidelines, and design/analysis standards that advance gear design and analysis practices across the organizationUtilizes strong communication and presentation skills to engage effectively with stakeholders, ensuring customer needs are understood and addressed through practical and mutually beneficial engineering solutionsCreate and maintain high-quality technical documentation to ensure traceability, support engineering decisions, and enable knowledge retentionStay current with industry advancements in gear design, analysis, manufacturing techniques, post-processing treatments, and materials to inform and enhance engineering best practicesQualifications and Experience:Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical EngineeringMaster’s degree in related Engineering field, preferredExcellent oral and written (e.g. presentations) communication skillsDemonstrated history of developing solutions to complex technical challengesStrong time management skills with the ability to manage multiple different programs simultaneously15+ years of engineering experience in gear systems design analysis and manufacturingStrong problem solving techniques including but not limited to; Red X, Kepner Tregoe, 8D, Six Sigma, Fault Tree Analysis5+ years of experience modelling in SMT Masta, Romax or KISSsoft or comparable, preferredProficient on gear manufacturing processes, and heat treatmentsWorking knowledge of tribology, preferred Familiar with 3D CAD tools (preferably Siemens NX) and GD&T Ability to read, interpret and create detail drawings and blueprintsThis role is located in Indianapolis, INAllison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at .Please note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.