JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS
Building cities. Driving commerce. Saving lives. For over 100 years, Allison Transmission has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.
What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we’re driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide.
Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward!
Benefits:
The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company's discretion.
Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
Employer HSA contribution
Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Short & Long-Term Disability
Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance
401K with generous Company match & contribution
Accrued Paid Time Off
12 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
Robust employee wellness program
Tuition assistance program
Job Description:
Summary:
The Manufacturing Engineer – Tool and Gear Development will monitor and maintain technical aspects of the gear generation process, looking at a variety of metrics gathered throughout the process. They will analyze efficiency data and process flow. This person works with the Manager to ensure standards for gear generation are maintained, as well as in developing new methods and implementing new product processes.
Responsibilities:
- Development of tooling systems with emphasis on gear generation both pre and post heat treat with the focus on continuous improvement related to quality and throughput capability of the production equipment.
- Development of supporting process documentation for gear generating equipment set-up, inspection, and changeover.
- Work with supplier and plant support communities in the development of sharpening and coating services for gear cutting and broach tools.
- Ability to evaluate and provide recommendation to correct gear form errors using analytical inspection tools.
- Participate in the development of new or advanced gear generating practices.
- Provide technical support to Plant operations, domestic and international.
Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience
- Minimum 3 years’ experience required
- High level of analytical ability
- Good written and oral communication skills
- The ability to work effectively in a cross functional group setting
- The ability to work independently
- The ability to multi-task
- CAD proficiency (NX and/or AutoCAD)
- Strong computer skills, including MS Office
- An understanding of Gear Data, Involute Profile Control Charts, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
- Direct manufacturing experience in at least one of the following areas: Generative Gear Cutting, Gear Finishing- Grinding or Shaving, Shaping- Gears and Splines, Broaching
- An understanding of machine tool construction and maintenance
- An understanding of statistical qualification of machinery, equipment, and gages
- Experience in working with hourly employees in a manufacturing environment
- Formal problem-solving training
- Familiarity with QS and TS quality systems requirements
- An understanding of lean manufacturing concepts
- Specific specialized skills, including Gear Analyzer programmer, Gear Generating Equipment Programming, etc.
- An understanding of transmission fundamentals
Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.
If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at [email protected].
Please note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.
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What We Do
Allison Transmission is the world’s largest manufacturer of commercial-duty automatic transmissions and hybrid propulsion systems. Our products are specified by more than 300 of the world’s leading vehicle manufacturers and are used in a range of market sectors—from bus, refuse and emergency to construction, distribution and defense. Allison was founded in 1915 in Indianapolis, Indiana, where the company’s global headquarters is still located. We have approximately 1,400 dealer and distributor locations, employ more than 2,700 people around the world and our international presence spans more than 80 countries. OUR VISION In addition to being the world’s leading provider of commercial-duty automatic transmissions and hybrid propulsion systems, we also strive to be the foremost provider of parts and services for our customers. Whether you drive, sell, service or distribute on-highway vehicles, defense vehicles or off-highway equipment, Allison provides you with the highest quality products and the best customer care. We work to win your trust and enthusiasm through continuous improvement driven by the integrity, teamwork and innovation from our employees and authorized partners. OUR PROMISE Allison promises our customers an automatic experience like they’ve never had: an unrivaled combination of Quality, Reliability, Durability, Vocational Value and Customer Service.
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