Planetary Bike Gearbox Design & Prototype, up to $5 Million in Royalties!
Budget: $10 – $200 CAD
My company Quimper Bike Components, based in Victoria, BC, is seeking a talented Mechanical Engineer or Gear Specialist to finalize the design of a high-density, compound planetary human-powered bicycle gearbox. This system is specifically engineered for high-torque, human-powered mountain biking, focusing on efficiency for steep mountain climbs.
We have the foundation; we need your expertise to bring the 16-gear internal train to a production-ready conceptual state.
Responsibilities:
Design and organize a complete STEP file including the gearbox, shifter, cranks, front chainring and rear chainring, Ensuring smooth power flow across all 16 speeds, optimizing for high-density packaging within standard bicycle frame constraints. You must also create a 5-minute explainer video detailing the internal logic, power flow paths for specific gears, and mechanical advantages so the Quimper Bike Components team may understand your model.
Required Skills
-Expertise in SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, or Fusion 360.
-Deep understanding of Planetary Gear Sets and compound gear logic.
-Experience in Drivetrain Design or automotive/bicycle engineering.
Compensation & Rewards:
-Initial Pay: $200 CAD, Remember! are a startup.
-A signed Royalty Agreement of $5/unit (capped at $5M ) so when we grow, you grow!
Note: Legal jurisdiction for this agreement is British Columbia, Canada. An NDA will be required before full internal specifications are shared.
How to Apply
Please share a brief summary of your experience with gear systems or mechanical transmissions via this link, https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdljPUY54zw99vYAA3ClkfyRSfw0wEHqHqOu-W--zmpaELmxg/viewform?usp=publish-editor.
Check us out at: quimperbike.ca
To ensure you’ve read the full brief, please write "QUIMPER" in the final extra details section in the form.
We have the foundation; we need your expertise to bring the 16-gear internal train to a production-ready conceptual state.
Responsibilities:
Design and organize a complete STEP file including the gearbox, shifter, cranks, front chainring and rear chainring, Ensuring smooth power flow across all 16 speeds, optimizing for high-density packaging within standard bicycle frame constraints. You must also create a 5-minute explainer video detailing the internal logic, power flow paths for specific gears, and mechanical advantages so the Quimper Bike Components team may understand your model.
Required Skills
-Expertise in SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, or Fusion 360.
-Deep understanding of Planetary Gear Sets and compound gear logic.
-Experience in Drivetrain Design or automotive/bicycle engineering.
Compensation & Rewards:
-Initial Pay: $200 CAD, Remember! are a startup.
-A signed Royalty Agreement of $5/unit (capped at $5M ) so when we grow, you grow!
Note: Legal jurisdiction for this agreement is British Columbia, Canada. An NDA will be required before full internal specifications are shared.
How to Apply
Please share a brief summary of your experience with gear systems or mechanical transmissions via this link, https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdljPUY54zw99vYAA3ClkfyRSfw0wEHqHqOu-W--zmpaELmxg/viewform?usp=publish-editor.
Check us out at: quimperbike.ca
To ensure you’ve read the full brief, please write "QUIMPER" in the final extra details section in the form.