Gearbox (reliability) expert
Core
Senior expert analyzing mechanical failures at root cause through calculation and design evaluation to improve fleet reliability.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical reliability engineer (power transmission)
Builds
Structural solutions and design-level insights for heavy mechanical systems
Domain
Marine industry + heavy mechanical engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Root cause analysis, fatigue behavior calculation, stress distribution analysis, force equilibrium validation, gear tooth damage analysis, design validation, structural solution definition, OEM technical authority, fleet-level risk assessment
Preferred skills
Reliability engineering, failure analysis, heavy industry background, auxiliary systems understanding
Technologies
Finite element analysis, fatigue life prediction, load calculation software
Responsibilities
Perform in-depth Root Cause Analyses (RCA) for critical failures in power transmission systems, Independently calculate and validate operational loads and stress distributions, Define structural solutions that prevent recurrence, Act as a technical authority when challenging OEMs and suppliers, Interface at expert level with Technical Engineering, Vessel Management, OEMs and key suppliers, Contribute to reliability improvement initiatives and risk assessments at fleet level
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC