Design Engineer - Automotive Chassis Systems

Goken America; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Goken America in Columbus, Ohio, is looking for a skilled professional to support chassis engineering design and development for large-scale automotive projects. This role involves leading engineering activities, analyzing complex issues, and ensuring project alignment with client expectations.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and have over 5 years of experience in automotive design and development, especially in chassis-related components. Proficiency in CATIA V6/3D and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Automotive industry experience with Design and Development of Chassis commodities.
• Experience with performing detailed tolerance stack-ups and basic linear-static FEA.
• Strong understanding of DFM and DFA.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering activities for large scale product development programs.
• Analyze and resolve complex problems independently.
• Monitor and track the progress of projects and handle issues that arise.

Skills

3-D modeling software

DFM (Design for Manufacturing)

DFA (Design for Assembly)

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in MS office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

CATIA V6/3D Experience

Engineering analysis tools

Job description

Summary

This role will support chassis engineering design and development activities for a large-scale automotive OEM.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the engineering activities for large scale product development programs by investigating feasibility, performing design using 3-D modeling software, conduct layout review and 2D drawing creation.
• Analyze and resolve complex problems independently or with minimal guidance.
• Create part specification requirements and BOM.
• Negotiate with surrounding component business units and suppliers.
• Perform cost analysis, strength calculations and material selection.
• Act as a liaison between Goken global teams and point of contacts at assigned Client to identify project requirements, understand technical specifications and meet client expectations.
• Monitor and track the progress of projects and handle any issues that arise. Report and elevate to management as needed.
• Use best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve product and/or processes.
• Search new ways to increase overall efficiency, utilize up-to-date technology, and reduce design and parts costs.
• Travel to client sites required.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 5+ years of Automotive industry experience with Design and Development of Chassis commodities such as Brake systems, Wheels, Subframes/Cradles, Suspension/Steering components from concept to mass production.
• Education with the following specialties preferred: Mechanical, Mechanical Technology, Aerospace, Automotive, Manufacturing.
• 5+ years of Experience using 3-D modeling software CATIA V6/3D Experience (CATIA V5 experience will be considered) including Kinematics.
• Experience with performing detailed tolerance stack-ups, bolt torque calculations, basic linear-static FEA.
• Strong understanding of DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and DFA (Design for Assembly) required.
• Experience with coordination of project work with Global/offshore teams is desired.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS office.

Goken is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and engaging workplace across all global locations. We value diversity and provide equal opportunities for career growth and professional development, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.