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The Gleason Works, 1000 University Avenue, Rochester, New York, United States of America

Posted Thursday, September 3, 2026 at 4:0 AM

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
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Formal and informal Development opportunities.

Position Summary:

An engineer in Work Holding Engineering (WHE) Group at The Gleason Works will design the components and assemblies necessary to hold all matters of aerospace, automotive and marine gears during machining processes. Design tooling for all gear processing operations from cutting of blanks to final inspection for our Gear Solution machines as well as non-Gleason and non-traditional machines.

Job Responsibilities:

A new employee within our group will primarily be responsible for:

• Understanding and using customer technical drawings, schematics and gear geometry reports to modify our existing line of work holding equipment for the customer’s specific applications
• Creating and modifying 3D models and the corresponding component and assembly drawings to meet customer needs and expectations
• Work with Senior Engineers on the development and creation of non-standard tooling for specialized or uncommon applications
• Correspond with customers on process specifications and customer specific requirements
• Work with manufacturing personnel to discuss plant capabilities and alternative design options for ease of assembly and manufacturing, as well as cost reduction
• Hold design reviews with Senior and Lead engineers as well as manufacturing personnel to finalize designs
• Process changes to existing tooling to meet manufacturing and customer’s changing needs
• Perform general project management tasks such as logging hours, progress tracking and document retention

As an engineer progresses within our department, they may pursue the following career paths:

• Quoting:
• Determine pricing based upon design requirements, customer specific requirements, and lead times.
• Design more complex or non-standard tooling and the research and testing that entails
• Become an expert in a particular piece of tooling or process including but not limited to: Hydraulic work holding, Cylindrical gear specific work holding, Bevel gear specific work holding
• Mentor junior engineers on best practices for design and development
• Customer Experience Manager
• Work directly with customers and regional sales managers to determine customer needs
• Resolve issues that arise between Gleason and the customer
• Assign orders to design engineers and track their progress
• Complete standard documentation for office and design processes
• Calculate and compile metrics for office efficiency among other measures
• Mentor junior engineers on best practices for design and development

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):

• Proficient in the use of 3D modeling software including the creation of drawings (Pro-Engineer/Creo preferred)
• Able to effectively use general mechanical/structural calculations (Stress, strain, fatigue)
• Familiarity with Finite Element Analysis techniques (Ansys or PTC Mechanica/Simulate)
• Able to effectively communicate ideas and concepts to coworkers of different job backgrounds
• Familiar with ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001:2004 Standards

Preferred Education/Training/Experience:

• Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineer or Mechanical Engineering Technology
• 5-10 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Computer Skills:

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Internet
• Project Management Software
• SAP Modules: Sales & Distribution, Quality Management, Material Management, and Engineering Change Order Management

Travel Requirements:

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.

The Gleason Works, 1000 University Avenue, Rochester, New York, United States of America