Gear Design Expert (m/w/d) Windkraft

Finding Heads International
Bochum Full-time 🌐 German
FH
Added to JobCollate: April 10, 2026

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This role involves the design and calculation of gears for wind gearboxes, focusing on torque density and reliability. Key requirements include a Master's degree in mechanical engineering with a focus on drive or gear technology, and experience in gear design and damage analysis.

Job Description

Finding Heads International GmbH ist eines der führenden, auf Executive Search spezialisierten Unternehmen, für die Suche von Führungspersönlichkeiten. Wir verstehen uns als Advokat unserer Mandanten, Kandidatinnen und Kandidaten im gleichen Maße. Der Mensch steht für uns im Mittelpunkt unserer Arbeit. Unser Beraterteam besteht aus Führungskräften mit langjähriger Management- und Führungserfahrung und wir legen größten Wert auf fachkundige Beratung, individuelles Coaching und höchste Kompetenz im Umgang mit unseren Kandidatinnen und Kandidaten sowie unseren Mandanten. Aufgaben Your Tasks: Design and calculation of gears in Wind gearboxes according the relevant requirements to assure maximum torque density as well as reliable operation against the known damage mechanisms. Development of internal standards for gear design to guarantee an efficient and failsafe dimensioning process of gears in the daily product development. Conducting damage analyses including systematic Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for gear damage, including the definition of effective corrective measures. Optimization of the load-carrying capacity of gears through analysis and evaluation of manufacturing methods and processes. Communication and cooperation with suppliers on gear-related topics with a focus on manufacturing and heat treatment processes. Attending relevant seminars and continuously researching and analysing publications. Qualifikation Your Profil: Completed studies (Master's degree or higher) in mechanical engineering with a focus on drive technology, gear technology or gear manufacturing. Initial professional experience at institutes or companies in the field of gear or transmission technology. Preferably experience in the field of large-module gears in the industrial or wind turbine gearbox sector Confident handling of topics related to gear design, gear manufacturing and damage analysis. Familiar with relevant standards such as ISO 6336, AGMA 6123 etc. Familiar with software tools such as KISSsoft, Masta, FVA Workbench or similar for the design and evaluation of gears. Good knowledge of the English language, both spoken and written. Openness in daily, intercultural communication Benefits Your Benefits: Attractive salary offer that is based on industry standards that are customary in the industry. Takeover of the travel costs for the way to work. Short decision-making routes for technical design Our customer is a global, international leader in developing products and services that promote clean energy, energy conservation and environmental protection. Specialized in wind power, internet of energy, and environmental protection. The company has repeatedly been selected as “Corporate Climate Leader” and is listed on two stock exchanges, has more than 11.000 employees worldwide, including more than 3.000 research and development (R&D) and technical personnel. With eight regional centers in North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Australia, Asia, Middle East and North Africa, and Central Asia. Find Jobs in Germany on Arbeitnow

Full Description

Finding Heads International GmbH ist eines der führenden, auf Executive Search spezialisierten Unternehmen, für die Suche von Führungspersönlichkeiten. Wir verstehen uns als Advokat unserer Mandanten, Kandidatinnen und Kandidaten im gleichen Maße. Der Mensch steht für uns im Mittelpunkt unserer Arbeit. Unser Beraterteam besteht aus Führungskräften mit langjähriger Management- und Führungserfahrung und wir legen größten Wert auf fachkundige Beratung, individuelles Coaching und höchste Kompetenz im Umgang mit unseren Kandidatinnen und Kandidaten sowie unseren Mandanten. Aufgaben Your Tasks: Design and calculation of gears in Wind gearboxes according the relevant requirements to assure maximum torque density as well as reliable operation against the known damage mechanisms. Development of internal standards for gear design to guarantee an efficient and failsafe dimensioning process of gears in the daily product development. Conducting damage analyses including systematic Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for gear damage, including the definition of effective corrective measures. Optimization of the load-carrying capacity of gears through analysis and evaluation of manufacturing methods and processes. Communication and cooperation with suppliers on gear-related topics with a focus on manufacturing and heat treatment processes. Attending relevant seminars and continuously researching and analysing publications. Qualifikation Your Profil: Completed studies (Master's degree or higher) in mechanical engineering with a focus on drive technology, gear technology or gear manufacturing. Initial professional experience at institutes or companies in the field of gear or transmission technology. Preferably experience in the field of large-module gears in the industrial or wind turbine gearbox sector Confident handling of topics related to gear design, gear manufacturing and damage analysis. Familiar with relevant standards such as ISO 6336, AGMA 6123 etc. Familiar with software tools such as KISSsoft, Masta, FVA Workbench or similar for the design and evaluation of gears. Good knowledge of the English language, both spoken and written. Openness in daily, intercultural communication Benefits Your Benefits: Attractive salary offer that is based on industry standards that are customary in the industry. Takeover of the travel costs for the way to work. Short decision-making routes for technical design Our customer is a global, international leader in developing products and services that promote clean energy, energy conservation and environmental protection. Specialized in wind power, internet of energy, and environmental protection. The company has repeatedly been selected as “Corporate Climate Leader” and is listed on two stock exchanges, has more than 11.000 employees worldwide, including more than 3.000 research and development (R&D) and technical personnel. With eight regional centers in North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Australia, Asia, Middle East and North Africa, and Central Asia. Find Jobs in Germany on Arbeitnow

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