Design Engineer - Automotive Chassis Systems

Goken America; Marysville (OH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Goken America in Ohio is seeking an experienced chassis engineer to support large-scale automotive programs. You will lead design using CATIA, create layouts and 2D drawings, and coordinate with global teams to meet client requirements.

The role requires 5+ years in automotive design and development of chassis components, including brakes, wheels, subframes, suspension, and steering. Travel to client sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 5+ years in automotive design and development of chassis components.
• Experience with Brake systems, Wheels, Subframes/Cradles, Suspension/Steering from concept to mass production.
• Strong knowledge of 3-D modeling using CATIA V6/3D Experience and FEA basics.
• DFM and DFA proficiency; ability to coordinate with global/offshore teams is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; proficient in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support engineering activities for large scale product development programs.
• Investigate feasibility, perform design in 3-D, conduct layout review and 2D drawings.
• Analyze and resolve complex problems with minimal guidance.
• Create part specifications and BOM; negotiate with component units and suppliers.
• Perform cost analysis, strength calculations and material selection.
• Liaise with Goken global teams and client contacts to identify project requirements.
• Monitor progress, report issues, and elevate to management when needed.
• Apply best practices to improve products and processes; seek cost-reduction opportunities.
• Travel to client sites as required.

Skills

3D modeling CATIA V6/3D Experience

Kinematics

Communication skills

MS Office

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

CATIA V6/3D Experience

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.