Engineer/Senior Engineer designing gears and bearings for wind energy products. Supporting client specifications and collaborating across teams for high-quality deliverables.
Responsibilities
Review and interpret customer technical specifications, focusing on torque requirements, speed ratios, and load data.
Design, integrate and specify critical components including gears, splines, shafts and plain bearings using ZF IW guidelines, tools and processes, in order to get a complete Product Specification according to customer requirements, timing and costs.
Reports/documents the design solution to the Design Leader or Design Responsible in a professional way for internal as well as external review and risk assessment.
Initiates interaction with involved stakeholders (Process Engineering, Purchasing/Supplier, Quality, Customer…) to deliver the qualitative technical specifications of the assigned work package within scope of the given project.
Takes the lead in technical discussions with clients / suppliers and represents ZF in the industry.
Requirements
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
4–12 years in heavy industrial or wind energy gearbox design in areas of gears, bearings, other machine elements or castings design.
Expertise in AGMA / ISO / DIN standards (e.g., ISO 6336 / DIN 3990 for gear load capacity, DIN 743 for shaft strength, ISO 7902 / VDI 2204 for plain bearing, etc).
Experience with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) to evaluate manufacturing deviations effectively.
Skilled in 3D CAD tools (PTC Creo, Siemens NX or SolidWorks) and KISSsoft.
Benefits
Innovative Environment: ZF is at the forefront of technological advancements, offering a dynamic and innovative work environment that encourages creativity and growth.
Diverse and Inclusive Culture: ZF fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and respected, promoting a culture of collaboration and mutual support.
Career Development: ZF is committed to the professional growth of its employees, offering extensive training programs, career development opportunities, and a clear path for advancement.
Global Presence: As a part of a global leader in driveline and chassis technology, ZF provides opportunities to work on international projects and collaborate with teams worldwide.
Sustainability Focus: ZF is dedicated to sustainability and environmental responsibility, actively working towards creating eco-friendly solutions and reducing its carbon footprint.
Employee Well-being: ZF prioritizes the well-being of its employees, providing comprehensive health and wellness programs, flexible work arrangements, and a supportive work-life balance.
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