Mechanical Engineer

About the Organization

RENK America is a leading supplier in the defense, marine and industry sector with superior mobility, propulsion and drive train solutions. Our tradition is centered on precision‑engineered systems for maximum impact, efficiency and endurance. RENK's ambition is to support each and every one of its customers to exceed standards in harsh conditions and combat situations. RENK America employs over 500 employees at our US locations in Muskegon, Michigan, Cincinnati, Ohio, Camby, Indiana and Roseville, Michigan. RENK America is driven by this sense of pride and purpose in our country and our community.

Job Description

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer – Transmissions
Job Location: RENK America, Muskegon, MI

The Transmission Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for the design of transmissions and gear boxes for military ground vehicles including tanks, howitzers, and infantry fighting vehicles. Projects will include the full scope of product development including research, design, prototyping, and testing of functional improvements. This engineer will report to the Director of Transmission Engineering, and will perform their job duties with the oversight of a Project Engineer.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for mechanical sub system design, including analysis, integration, and performance evaluation in combat vehicle applications.
• Develop innovative technical concepts and perform mechanical, hydraulic, and thermal analysis to ensure new designs meet requirements.
• Develop & release detailed CAD models and drawings for qualification and production release using Engineering Change Proposals.
• Work in a cross‑functional environment including interfacing with program management, project engineering, test engineering, analysts, designers, and electrical/controls engineering. Also includes interfacing with customers and suppliers.
• Compose design verification test plans that capture all performance data to assess new design requirements compliance.
• Oversee qualification activities including bench, dynamometer, and vehicle level testing.
• Participate in root cause failure analysis investigations on mechanical systems.
• Supports new products/processes and implements operational plans that have measurable impact on business or functional results.
• Analyzes mechanical requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints.
• Prepares mechanical design information and reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.
• Supports investigations involving the origination or modification of material, component or process specifications or requirements.
• Supports preparation of design specifications, analysis and recommendations for presentation and approval.
• Consolidates results of mechanical design elements for assigned projects.
• Makes improvements in processes, systems, or products.
• Prepares design specifications, analysis and recommendations for presentation and approval.
• Maintain existing product design including support of TDP, production and supply chain support.

Level / Pay Range

Level/pay range for this position will be commensurate with education & experience.

Position Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university required with 0‑3 years of relevant experience (Including new college graduates)
• Ability to perform engineering calculations such as mechanical stress, structural, thermal fluids, and heat transfer.
• General knowledge of mechanical systems and components such as gears, shafts, pumps, and bearings.
• Problem solving and troubleshooting skills, including the ability to participate in failure analysis investigations.
• GD&T knowledge, including the ability to create and read machining and assembly prints
• Pro‑E / Creo or other modeling software experience.
• Ability to make technical decisions, complete assignments within budget and schedule, and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to manage and organize multiple project tasks to meet established deadlines, including tracking metrics and reporting status of engineering activities.
• Excellent written and verbal communications.
• Ability to utilize all Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Must be willing to travel (domestic and foreign) up to 10%.
• Must be able to move freely, with or without reasonable accommodation, throughout a manufacturing environment.
• Must be capable of obtaining a DOD security clearance if necessary for the program.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Previous experience with transmission or gear box components and concepts such as:
  • Hydraulic systems, control valves, and pumps
  • Gears, planetary sets, bearings, clutches, brakes, structural housings, and shafts
  • Geartrain performance parameters such as speed, torque, power, and gear ratio.
  • Integration into a vehicle and performance evaluation
• MS in Mechanical Engineering (or other advanced degree).
• Systems engineering experience.
• Hybrid vehicle experience.
• Manufacturing or assembly line experience.
• Fluent in German or French, or other languages.
• Understanding of bill of materials and processes to develop them.
• Root cause failure analysis training such as 6 sigma, 8D, Shainin Red X, etc.
• Gear design exposure including AGMA training or certification.
• Proficiency in engineering software such as ANSYS, MASTA, MATLAB Simulink, GT Suite, LabView.
• Experience in an aerospace/military manufacturing environment with CNC Machining, complex assembly, and product test.

Job Type

Full‑Time (Exempt)

EEO Statement

RENK America is proud to be an Affi­rmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. RENK America is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. RENK America maintains a drug‑free workplace and performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

This position is currently accepting applications.