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Gear Design SME

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$80 - $95/hr

... design, analysis, and optimization of micro-scale gear systems ... The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in precision gear engineering with a primary focus on ...

Boasting a diverse team of over 1,500 engineering experts hailing from various nations and cultures ... Execute design calculations and performance analysis related to gear trains, load paths, and ...

Design Engineer II - Trade Tool NPD INNOVATE WITHOUT BOUNDARIES! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly ... gear design, statics and dynamics, noise and vibration and a variety of machine element design.

Design Engineer II Design Engineer II - Power Tools NPD INNOVATE WITHOUT BOUNDARIES! At Milwaukee ... gear design, statics and dynamics, noise andvibrationand a variety of machine element design.

Design Engineer II - Trade Tool NPD INNOVATE WITHOUT BOUNDARIES! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly ... gear design, statics and dynamics, noise and vibration and a variety of machine element design.

Design Engineer II Design Engineer II - Power Tools NPD INNOVATE WITHOUT BOUNDARIES! At Milwaukee ... gear design, statics and dynamics, noise and vibration and a variety of machine element design.

Design Engineer

Centennial, CO · On-site

$50 - $70/hr

... Hourly Description: Design Engineer Contract | 6+ Months 30 + Opening with one of My Aerospace client Top Skill Sets: * Aero design * Landing gear * Hydraulics * Structural assessments * Weight ...

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How much do hourly gear design engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for hourly gear design engineer in the United States is $49.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.87 and $57.21 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hourly Gear Design Engineer vs Gear Manufacturing Technician?

AspectHourly Gear Design EngineerGear Manufacturing Technician
CredentialsAssociate's or Bachelor's in Mechanical or Industrial EngineeringTechnical diploma or certification in machining or manufacturing
Work EnvironmentDesign offices, CAD software, collaborative teamsManufacturing floors, machine operation, quality control
Industry UsageDesign and development of gear systems, prototypesProduction, assembly, and quality testing of gears

While both roles are essential in gear manufacturing, the Hourly Gear Design Engineer focuses on designing gear systems using CAD tools, requiring engineering credentials. In contrast, the Gear Manufacturing Technician works on producing and testing gears on the shop floor, often with technical certifications. Their collaboration ensures efficient gear development and production.

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Gear Design Engineer

Gear Design Engineer

CLEVELAND GEAR COMPANY INC

Cleveland, OH • On-site

Other

Retirement

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Job description

CLEVELAND GEAR COMPANY
Are you a Go-Getter?
Do you find yourself constantly thinking of new and innovative ways to do things?
Cleveland Gear, a leading manufacturer of high-quality worm gearing, industrial speed reducers and customized gear drives, is currently seeking candidates like YOU for Gear Design Engineer. We are seeking energetic, highly motivated, and take-charge individuals who are seeking a challenging and exciting opportunity to join a well-established, profitable, and growing company.
So, what's in it for you? Exceptional benefits package, 401K Plan, Family Atmosphere, and plenty room for growth!
Here is how YOU would help benefit the team:
Job Responsibilities:
  • Design custom gearing and enclosed gear units.
  • Perform dimensional layouts.
  • Familiarity with hob tool design.
  • Perform gear geometry and gear rating calculation.
  • Perform bearing life calculation.
  • Utilize AutoCad and ProE software.
  • Prepare drawings and BOM's for shop.
  • Reverse engineer gearboxes for rebuild
  • Interface with customers and sales staff on design of products.

Position: Design Engineer
Reporting to: Engineering Manager
Minimum qualifications include:
Minimum 4 yr Mechanical Engineering Degree.
Ability to utilize CAD (2D & 3D)
Preferred qualifications include:
Five (5) years design experience
Experience in gear design, geometric tolerance, gearbox rebuilds and bearing life calculation.