Product Engineer I

About Gleason With more than 2,200 employees and 13 manufacturing facilities worldwide, Gleason Corporation is a leader in gear technology. Gleason's product and service offerings include gear and transmission design software, gear manufacturing machines and related accessories, gear metrology equipment and automation systems. Gleason products are used by customers in e-mobility, commercial vehicles, aerospace, agriculture, mining, sustainable energy, construction, power tools, marine and many other industries Working for Gleason, you will be connected to work that matters, putting your expertise to its best use while developing skills for the future. The result is a career defined by you, supported by Gleason and built on tangible accomplishments. As we continue to grow and evolve, we are looking for the right people to join us on our mission. If you are interested in being part of our team, there are a few things you should know: We are energized by challenges and the effort needed to solve them. We like working with people who are positive, adaptable and growth-minded. We care how work gets accomplished and are deeply invested in the success of our customers and colleagues. If this sounds like you, we invite you to read on and learn more. Why work at Gleason? Excellent benefits package including a 6% Company 401(k) match Flexible scheduling Tuition Assistance Program Employee Assistance Program Formal and informal Development opportunities. SUMMARY: Provides engineering support for all aspects of assigned product line to ensure functionality, quality, cost, and attainment to schedule by performing the following duties. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Selects and designs if necessary appropriate fixtures, workholding/tooling, etc. required for efficient machining of SGS product. Tooling must have a focus on flexibility, quality, cost, and manufacturing ease. Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software (CREO), Company business system (SAP) and equipment to perform engineering and design tasks. Interfaces with others in the organization and customers to jointly determine customer needs and provide appropriate manufacturing solutions. Supports quoting process by providing cost estimates for tooling and machining including outsource operations. Create shop packs, including routers, part prints, process sheets for all releases. Provides support to manufacturing to ensure product is manufactured based on the intended functionality of the design. Develops and maintains procedures and processes that support and protect core product technologies. Reviews engineered drawings to ensure manufacturability and appropriate application of GD&T. Evaluates, analyzes, and makes recommendations on products, designs, and cost improvements to improve the competitive position of the company. Analyzes the risks of a new design or process' and communicates results accordingly. Implements the product design within the required schedule and budget parameters. Assists in specifying and procuring materials needed for manufacturing. Analyze, evaluate and work with supply chain to coordinate the procurement of new materials to support manufacturing of products. Assists other team members in quoting, sales order entry or any other related task to achieving the business unit's objectives. Identifies any problems with the implementation or available resources that may affect the schedule or budget and communicates such problems accordingly. Provide Manufacturing Engineering assistance required by operations to accomplish the business unit's goals. Assist with the correct implementation and adherence of a business and quality system that supports ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and future AS9100 initiatives. COMPUTER SKILLS: SAP Modules: Sales; Materials; Quality; Production Other: CREO; Word; Excel; PowerPoint; Project; Outlook JOB SPECIFIC SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING, OR EXPERIENCE: CAD experience required. Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering preferred but extensive Gleason experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. A basic understanding of cylindrical & bevel gears and workholding equipment is a plus. The individual needs to be a goal-oriented team player. This individual must be a demonstrated self-starter able to work with others as well as carry out written and verbal instructions. This individual must have the ability & desire to interact directly with customers. Some travel & entertaining customers required. Must be able to handle multiple tasks at the same time. Six Sigma or Lean Training Certification is a plus. Work holding equipment design experience; Gleason product line knowledge; project management skills; manufacturing background; exposure to Curvic couplings; ability to assist in accurately quoting and managing projects are all considered beneficial skills. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Travel requirements are MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Education Level: Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university Specialized area of study: Bachelor's Degree - Mechanical Engineering Education and related experience: 5-7 year(s) related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. The salary range in this posting depends on qualifications and experience. Actual compensation may vary, and this job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on relevant experience, qualifications/education, and other factors including work schedule, shift premiums, and overtime. Gleason is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to age, disability, genetic information and/or predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, national origin, race/color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, victim of domestic violence status, arrest or conviction record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. OFFICE ENVIRONMENT PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that would need to be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job in an office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job may include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job in an office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, experience and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed. Employees are required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their manager or supervisor. DISCLAIMER The duties listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed and is not an all inclusive summary of job duties and responsibilities. The omission of specific statements or duties and responsibilities does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the Company as the needs of the Company and requirements of the job change.bfb3568a-762b-4989-884b-a9682aa104ca