Service Center Engineer

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Timken Power Systems, Philadelphia Gear brand, is seeking a Service Center Engineer at the Mokena, IL regional service center.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Implement customer's requirements for the repair, modification or upgrade of customer's equipment
• Evaluate the condition of equipment and determine which components are re-usable, repairable or must be replaced
• Define the scope of work needed to return equipment back to full working condition
• Perform failure analysis and create technical reports for customers
• Measure and reverse engineer non Philadelphia Gear components
• Provide calculations for manufacture of new gears or repair of existing gears
• Design, specify, and create detail drawings of components and assemblies
• Create bills of material for new and repair orders
• Build job travelers that lay out the order of operations and describe the work needed to carry out the repairs or modifications of gears, components and equipment
• Assist in technical training of shop personnel
• Provide technical support to suppliers, customers, field service and customer service
• Support quality assurance activities such as identifying and documenting nonconforming material, reviewing supplier quality documentation, and supporting calibration activities
• Help maintain and support site quality management system including ISO certification
• Help maintain & support our ISO certification and quality system.

Technical/ Functional Skills:

• Proficiency with SolidWorks 3D drawing software preferred, or other similar CAD design software
• Ability to multi-task, set priorities and meet deadlines with a high degree of accuracy and organization
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software
• Ability to interact with all levels of customers and internal support teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering required
• Minimum of 1 year experience in design of mechanical drives; co-op and internship experience accepted

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Timken is a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion. Our expanding portfolio of next-generation solutions helps customers around the world improve efficiency, solve their toughest challenges, and push the boundaries of performance. We employ 19,000 people globally, operate from 45 countries, and posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2025.

We have been recognized as one of America's Most Responsible Companies 6x by Newsweek and one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® 15x by Ethisphere.

Why Choose Timken?

• Over a century of knowledge and innovation
• A culture of top performance
• A global, diverse environment
• Products that contribute to a sustainable world
• A conviction to improve communities around us
• Competitive salary and benefits

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