Test Engineer - Durability

Goken America; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Goken America is seeking a Durability Engineer to support testing and development activities. This role involves designing and managing vehicle durability tests across various terrains. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, with at least 3 years of relevant experience, particularly in full-vehicle Durability testing. Duties include diagnosing failures and reporting findings. Strong communication skills and proficiency in MS Office are essential. The role fosters a culture of innovation and professional development, with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 3 years relevant industry experience.
• Experience in full-vehicle Durability testing is mandatory.
• Proven experience with on-vehicle instrumentation setup.

Responsibilities

• Manage comprehensive whole-vehicle durability test plans.
• Lead and execute vehicle durability tests at various locations.
• Diagnose and investigate durability-related failures.

Skills

Durability testing

On-vehicle instrumentation setup

Data acquisition hardware operation

Communication skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Strain gauges

Accelerometers

Dewetron DAQ

Job description

Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio (USA) with Engineering Centers in Pune, India and Yokohama, Japan, Goken is a global Engineering Services and Product Development company founded in 2004. We partner with OEMs and suppliers across the mobility space, as well as clients in non‑mobility industries, to deliver innovative solutions and accelerate product development.

At Goken, we embrace our motto of “Time to Innovate” by pushing boundaries, cultivating entrepreneurial thinking, and empowering individuals who thrive on tackling challenges, embrace fresh ideas, and are driven to create solutions that shape the future. This mindset fuels our mission and empowers our teams to solve complex problems, deliver measurable value, and move our clients and industries forward.

Our Vision is to empower associates to drive innovation and lead meaningful change wherever it’s needed, ensuring we stay ahead of the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow. Our Mission is to build trust that fosters greatness in our people, excellence in our clients, and positive impact in the communities we serve.

Goken offers a competitive compensation structure and benefits that support professional growth and personal well‑being. We also foster a culture built on high performance, collaboration, continuous improvement, and ongoing professional development.

Summary

This role will support durability engineering test and development activities.

Responsibilities

• Design, document, and manage comprehensive whole‑vehicle durability and accelerated mileage accumulation (AMA) test plans across various terrains and environmental conditions.
• Lead and execute vehicle durability tests at external proving grounds, public roads, and specialized test facilities, ensuring adherence to rigorous test cycles and safety protocols.
• Plan and execute on‑vehicle instrumentation and data acquisition tests to accurately capture loads, strains, and vibrations on critical vehicle structures and systems.
• Diagnose and investigate durability‑related failures that occur during on‑road testing or early field operation, determining the root cause through hands‑on inspection and data analysis.
• Track and verify the performance and reliability of newly integrated components (suspension, steering, brakes, etc.) during vehicle‑level durability testing to ensure their life and correct function.
• Generate clear, detailed reports summarizing test results, vehicle degradation rates, and identified failure modes. Proactively communicate actionable findings and proposed design mitigations to the Vehicle Design and CAE teams.
• Search new ways to increase overall efficiency, utilize up‑to‑date technology.
• Travel to client / test sites required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 3 years relevant industry experience.
• Education with the following specialties preferred: Mechanical, Mechanical Technology, Aerospace, Automotive, Manufacturing.
• Minimum 3 years of experience with in full‑vehicle Durability testing
• Proven, hands‑on experience with on‑vehicle instrumentation setup, including strain gauges, accelerometers, displacement transducers, and thermocouple installation.
• Experience with setting up and operating multi‑channel data acquisition (DAQ) hardware (e.g., Somat, HBM, Dewetron) for vehicle testing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS office.
• Formula SAE (FSAE), BAJA SAE, EcoCar, Mini BAJA SAE, experience is helpful.

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.