Development Engineer / Lead Designer - Planetary Gearbox

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Be part of a team specializing in the analysis and mechanical design of gearbox components. Our work spans from the initial transmission concept and layout development through to manufacturing support, ensuring high-quality and efficient engineering solutions.

• Definition of the planetary gear architecture (e.g. Ravigneaux, Lepelletier, Simpson, etc.) based on the gearbox requirements (gear ratios, torque capacity, installation space)
• Performing detailed analytical calculations for tooth stresses (bending, surface pressure), bearing loads and component deformations
• Optimization of the tooth geometry (profile shift, helix angle, pressure angle) with regard to NVH (noise, vibration, roughness), efficiency and durability
• Selection of suitable materials and heat treatments for gears and planet carriers
• Leading the 3D CAD modeling and creation of drawings for all planetary gear components
• Ensuring the consideration of manufacturing and assembly aspects in the design
• Collaboration with other subsystem managers (actuators, bearings, housing, system) to ensure seamless integration
• Review and approval of designs
• Troubleshooting and root cause analysis for problems related to the planetary gearbox
• Continuous market observation of planetary gear technologies and manufacturing processes
• Consideration of NVH aspects in the design

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Long-term (5+ years) relevant experience in the field of gearbox / planetary gear development is essential
• Experience and profound expertise in industrialization of gears, running, spline connections, shafts, rolling, plain bearings, freewheels, shaft-hub connections
• In-depth knowledge of related manufacturing technologies such as machining, turning, milling, heat and surface treatment, hard machining
• Extensive knowledge of gear theory
• In-depth knowledge of kinematics, dynamics, material sciences and CAD software.
• Motivating communication (technical leadership)
• Clear, structured, and systematic way of working

Additional Information

Get to know our #LikeABosch benefits.

We would like to help you GROW, so we offer you:

• Financial security & recognition: We review and increase your competitive base salary annually, offer performance-, loyalty-, and referral bonus.
• Trainings and professional development: We believe in a Life-Long Learning approach, so you can take advantage of several technical and soft skill trainings and language courses.
• Career development: We have a wide range of programs to choose from, even if its leadership, expert or project development you are aiming for. We also offer mentoring and coaching opportunities, we have PhD program and we offer international assignment possibilities.

We would like you to ENJOY the benefits of balancing your life and your work, so we pay attention to:

• Your work life-balance: You can work from our activity based offices designed for creativity and efficiency or from home while enjoying flexible working hours. We offer childcare possibilities and sabbatical option.
• Your health and well-being: We provide free professional consultants for any personal, legal, financial or health related issues. You can benefit from our developing onsite medical center and organized regular health checkups.
• We also offer you several perks and benefits: You can use your annual cafeteria allowance flexibly for family support (e.g. tax-free kindergarten and nursery allowances), health care, mobility (car sharing services) and recreation. You can enjoy our onsite canteen, we support when you work from home and if you live far, we cover your commute costs. We also appreciate your loyalty with jubilee gift and extra jubilee holiday.

You could join an INSPIRING community worth to belong:

• We are true to our values: We are committed to sustainability, we value that everyone is different and that diversity makes us truly successful. We also take social responsibility seriously and regularly organize charity actions, blood donations and support worthy causes.
• Team building activities and community events are also part of our everydays. We like to come together for a good summer party or family day.

Are you ready to work #LikeABosch?

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