Manager, Gear Systems Engineering

Based in Elmhurst, IL, you’ll guide a high-performing team that designs and optimizes gear systems for our products. Picture your day: a stand-up with your engineers to align on milestones; a quick review of CAD models and analysis results; a cross-functional huddle to integrate gearing into larger assemblies; an afternoon spent coaching team members, steering timelines and budgets, and driving continuous improvement across design and manufacturing. If leading with clarity, curiosity, and technical depth sounds like you, let’s talk.

What you’ll own

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers delivering advanced gear system designs.
• Plan and manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and resources to hit delivery targets.
• Collaborate with product, manufacturing, and quality teams to embed gear solutions into broader designs.
• Champion continuous improvement to elevate product performance and manufacturing efficiency.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide actionable feedback and coaching.
• Track industry trends and emerging gear technologies to inform roadmaps.
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and teamwork.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering (or related); Master’s preferred.
• 5+ years of engineering experience, including 2+ years managing or leading teams.
• Expertise in gear design, analysis, and manufacturing processes.
• History of taking engineering programs from concept through successful launch.
• Clear, persuasive communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Proficiency with CAD and engineering analysis tools.
• Proficiency working in a manufacturing environment.

Tools and tech

• ERP Software
• CAD and engineering analysis tools

Benefits

• 401k
• Health and Life Insurance
• Vision and Dental
• STD

Location

Elmhurst, IL