Lead Gear Engineer

LEAD GEAR ENGINEERQPT is partnering with a client to identify an experienced Lead Gear Engineer to strengthen their gear-manufacturing operations. This role focuses on improving quality, minimizing scrap, supporting scheduling needs, and driving process enhancements. The position also plays a key role in developing and mentoring team members to ensure consistent, high-level performance across all gear-related projects.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Program, optimize, and troubleshoot Oerlikon G-Series and Kapp Niles VX-Series gear grinding equipment
• Support development of hypoid and spiral bevel gears using KIMoS
• Program and troubleshoot Klingelnberg P-Series inspection machines
• Prepare documentation and complete PPAP activity for new or revised gear products
• Oversee roll-testing setup, programming, and problem solving
• Support programming and troubleshooting for shaping operations
• Create or update PFMEA...