About the job
About ridealso
ridealso is an innovative electric mobility company that emerged from Rivian, driven by a dedicated team of builders, dreamers, and innovators. We are on a mission to revolutionize urban mobility with our range of vertically integrated, compact electric vehicles. Our vision is to transform local transportation by providing more affordable, enjoyable, and significantly more efficient alternatives to conventional cars, trucks, and SUVs.
We are currently seeking a Senior Geartrain Design Engineer to play a pivotal role in the design of transmission components for our next-generation light electric vehicles.
Your Responsibilities
- Design geartrain components, including rotating shafts, torque split devices, couplings, and clutches.
- Model geartrains to assess noise, efficiency, durability, and reliability.
- Conduct spline sizing and load rating analyses.
- Perform bearing load analysis and life assessments.
- Define lubrication requirements for bearings and gear meshes.
- Establish alignment criteria for gear meshes and bearings.
- Create 2D and 3D models using CAD software.
- Conduct statistical analysis for component stack-up evaluations.
- Oversee component-level testing to ensure performance, durability, and reliability.
- Troubleshoot geartrain component quality issues and collaborate with suppliers for corrective actions.

