ABOUT BONFIGLIOLI
Bonfiglioli is a worldwide designer, manufacturer and distributor of a complete range of gearmotors, drive systems, planetary gearboxes and inverters, which satisfy the most challenging and demanding needs in industrial automation, mobile machinery and renewable energy.
Established in ****, Bonfiglioli operates worldwide in 20 countries and 18 production facilities, with a wide network comprising 550 distributors and over ***** employees.
Excellence, innovation and sustainability are the drivers behind our growth as a company and team.
We are looking for a
Calculation Support & Development Specialist
to join our team based in
Calderara di Reno
(BO).
MISSION
Development of calculation models for transmission simulation, structural, thermal and fluid dynamics analysis related to products designed by of R&D; platforms with the aim to define the correct sizing of components in accordance with customer technical requirements.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Calculations and Simulations Analysis:
Analytical calculation for the main components of gearboxes (gears, bearings, shafts) according to standard regulations (ISO, AGMA, DIN, Atex) to define the correct sizing of components
Finite element Analysis of critical components (flange or gearbox housing) with the aim to predict how a product react to real physical effects (es: forces, vibration, heat, fluid flow,..)
Correlation between analytical calculation results and testing results
Support and work in team with Design Platforms in order to define the best compromise between design solution and performance reliability, through advanced calculation




Collaboration with Application Engineer for optimizations of Customer gearboxes
Models and procedures development:
Development of specific software for the gearbox performance calculation (typically KISSsoft/KISSsys), according to bill of material and product configurator
Calculation of technical data for Sales catalogue
Definition of internal standard for calculation procedure and instruction for testing execution
Evaluate and monitor norms evolution and new calculation methodologies
REQUIREMENTS
Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
3–5 years of relevant experience
Proficiency in NX for 3D modeling and drafting
Experience with Simcenter 3D for FEA (Finite Element Analysis)
Solid background in mechanical calculation
Knowledge of KISSsoft for transmission component design/verification
Familiarity with Particleworks (CFD simulation)
Experience with Teamcenter (PLM)
Proficient in Excel
Good command of English (written and spoken)
COMPENSATION PACKAGE
The annual compensation range for this position is
€ 40,000 - € 45,000
, with additional benefits.
This compensation range has been determined based on objective and gender-neutral criteria, including the scope of the role, required skills, relevant professional experience, qualifications, and level of responsibility.
Additional information regarding compensation, benefits, and career progression criteria will be provided during the recruitment process.
Location: Calderara di Reno
.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for Employment without any discrimination.

📌 Calculation Support & Development Specialist (Bologna)
🏢 Bonfiglioli
📍 Bologna