Dana Incorporated · 2 hours ago
Gear Process Engineer
Fort Wayne, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expDana Incorporated is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies. The Gear Process Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining manufacturing processes for gear production, focusing on improving efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness in gear machining and assembly operations.
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Responsibilities
With minimal supervision, develop & maintain CNC programs for pinion & ring blanking, including overseeing & directing cutting tool & work holding selection & design
Will request quotations from vendors, compose RFA’s (Request For Appropriation), cost justifications & specify &/or 3rd shifts as required
Lead cross functional team (maintenance, automation, operations, etc) for new product launches & process troubleshooting
Develop & update documentation, including process sheets, PFMEA’s & Control Plans
Develop Team Leaders in production departments
Resolve quality & tooling issues
Assist in troubleshooting process
Train & teach the Production Supervisors
Develop layouts to facilitate Dana’s production system
Coordinate all Sales Inquiries & Program Launches through APQP
This includes coordinating the manufacture & movement of pre-production material through the production departments
Develop & maintain Poka-Yoke devices
Develop & maintain automation solutions for manufacturing
Responsible for timely completion of all estimates
Obtain quotations for new capital & tooling as needed
Blackboard or directional estimates as required
Capacity analysis
Involved in Business Unit manufacturing strategy
Planning of equipment moves within Ft Wayne & Business Unit
Protective clothing required
Loud noise in certain areas of the plant may require the use of approved ear protection
PPE per facility safety requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical engineering or related engineering or technology field w/CNC programming capability & a minimum of 3 yrs experience
Must be able to read & interpret engineering drawings & specifications, including Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) standards
Must have proven mechanical aptitude, knowledge of the proper usage & application of measuring equipment
Work effectively, efficiently & a self-starter
Demonstrate proficient written/verbal communication skills in the English language
Use various computer operating systems & software as necessary. Include, but are not limited to, PC applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc), & machine specific operating system & software applications
Strong problem solving techniques
Must be able to work inside & outside the plant unsupervised for extended periods of time
Must be available to flex shifts & work on weekends to support the engineering &/or production system
On short notice & be able to travel to machine manufacturers, customers, suppliers, & other locations when required. Travel may span several days, may be out of the country, & at times are on short notice
May be required to attend a variety of gear manufacturing courses, tool shows, gear shows, & seminars which may require weeks to complete & may require foreign travel
Must have or be eligible for a passport for foreign travel, & have a valid driver's license
Preferred
Thorough knowledge of face milling, face-hobbing, grinding, turning, heat treatment & other processes used in the manufacture of gears
Prior experience with an organized labor force
Company
Dana Incorporated
In a world of constant motion, life is about balance. At Dana, our balanced approach considers the people, products, and planet that sustain us all.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$466.77M2023-05-10Post Ipo Debt· $466.77M
2008-02-01IPO
Leadership Team
Jim Kamsickas
President, CEO, and member of the board of directors
Mike Worland
Siesmiq Chief Technology Officer
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