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Dutchware Gear

Production Seamstress

Lancaster, PA · On-site

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

As a Seamstress for Dutchware Gear, you will be responsible for producing high-quality outdoor gear and equipment using various fabrics and materials. You will work closely with our design team to ...

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Tactical Gear Product Designer

Wylie, TX · On-site

$12 - $20/hr

Soft Goods/Sewn Design Skills We are looking for: * Sewing * Tactical Nylon Gear * Outdoor gear (Pouches, packs, bags) * Climbing gear/equipment * Laser Cutting Hard Goods Product Design Skills we ...

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Tactical Gear Product Designer

Wylie, TX · On-site

$12 - $20/hr

Soft Goods/Sewn Design Skills We are looking for: * Sewing * Tactical Nylon Gear * Outdoor gear (Pouches, packs, bags) * Climbing gear/equipment * Laser Cutting Hard Goods Product Design Skills we ...

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Entry Level Tactical Gear Enthusiast

Wylie, TX · On-site

$10 - $17/hr

... design, shipping, marketing, and media. This is an entry-level position. Our ideal hire would be ... outdoor gear, ect). * Follow all the latest tactical gear brands (Crye Precision, Spiritus Systems ...

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Entry Level Tactical Gear Enthusiast

Wylie, TX · On-site

$10 - $17/hr

... design, shipping, marketing, and media. This is an entry-level position Our ideal hire would be ... outdoor gear, ect) * Follow all the latest tactical gear brands (Crye Precision, Spiritus Systems ...

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How much do senior outdoor gear design jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior outdoor gear design in the United States is $80,287.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,500.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Outdoor Gear Design vs Outdoor Gear Product Developer?

AspectSenior Outdoor Gear DesignOutdoor Gear Product Developer
CredentialsDesign degree, experience in outdoor gearDesign or engineering degree, product development experience
Work EnvironmentDesign studios, R&D labs, outdoor gear companiesProduct development teams, manufacturing settings
Industry UsageUsed by companies creating outdoor equipment and apparelUsed in outdoor gear manufacturing and product lifecycle management

Senior Outdoor Gear Design focuses on conceptualizing and creating innovative outdoor equipment designs, often leading creative teams. Outdoor Gear Product Developer handles the practical aspects of bringing designs to production, managing prototypes and manufacturing processes. Both roles are essential in outdoor gear companies but differ in their primary focus and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Senior Outdoor Gear Design job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,287 per year, or $38.6 per hour.

Senior Design Engineer

Arrowhead Talent Solutions

Wadsworth, OH • On-site

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Arrowhead Talent Solutions is helping a manufacturing company find a Design Engineer in Wadsworth, Ohio.
The role will focus on developing custom gearbox and transmission solutions for industries such as aggregate, marine, metals, mining, recycling, and material processing. The engineer will serve as the internal expert for gear system design and development, leading concept‑to‑production efforts and mentoring other engineers. On‑site presence is required and occasional customer and supplier visits may be needed.
Responsibilities
  • Lead development of transmissions, gearboxes, and gear subsystems (spur, helical, bevel, planetary) from concept through production release, including gear geometry, heat treatment requirements, shafts, bearings, housings, seals, and lubrication systems.
  • Collaborate with application engineering teams and customers to understand duty cycles and convert them into detailed gearbox specifications.
  • Perform and validate gear calculations, including load capacity, AGMA/ISO design calculations, contact pattern analysis, bending and pitting/scuffing safety factors, and bearing life calculations.
  • Develop tolerance stack‑ups, interference/clearance analyses, and fit/assembly procedures to ensure robust performance across manufacturing and service conditions.
  • Define testing requirements and oversee gearbox test programs to validate durability, NVH performance, and thermal stability.
  • Work closely with manufacturing, quality, and suppliers to ensure designs meet requirements, are manufacturable, and cost‑effective.
  • Resolve production or field issues using structured 8D problem‑solving and implement robust engineering changes.
  • Serve as the internal authority for gear design; develop best‑practice standards, calculation templates, design guidelines, and training materials.
  • Support development of dry and wet friction clutches, brakes, and related drivetrain components.

Qualifications
  • BS in Mechanical Engineering (or related) with 7+ years of gearbox/gear design experience, OR MS in Mechanical Engineering (or related) with 5+ years of experience, OR Equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Proficiency in AGMA or ISO gear design methods, gear tooth strength/contact calculations, and bearing life calculations.
  • Experience with tolerance stack‑ups, fits, assembly techniques, and GD&T.
  • Proven experience developing and overseeing gearbox test plans and drivetrain validation.
  • Strong CAD skills (CREO preferred; SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar acceptable) and familiarity with PDM/PLM systems.
  • Experience with gear analysis software (KISSsoft preferred; ROMAX, MITCALC, or similar) and FEA tools (ANSYS preferred; Abaqus or similar).
  • Experience with automatic, automated manual, dual‑clutch, manual, or powershift transmissions across electrified, hybrid, or internal combustion powertrains.
  • Background in tribology, lubrication system design, NVH mitigation, and thermal management.
  • Experience with dry/wet friction clutches, brakes, and fluid couplings.
  • Experience collaborating with embedded controls and hydraulic systems engineers for multi‑speed gearbox control systems.
  • Understanding of linear and torsional vibration in gear, bearing, and rotating shaft systems.
  • Proven ability to establish design standards, training programs, and technical references.
  • Training or certifications in gear design, failure analysis, gear analysis software, bearing selection, contact mechanics, FEA, NVH, tribology, product development/testing, and GD&T (ASME Y14.5).
  • Participation in relevant technical societies (AGMA, AIAG, ASME, SAE, STLE, etc.).

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