Test Engineer - Reliability

Goken America; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Goken America is seeking a Reliability Test Engineer to support automotive reliability engineering test and development activities. You will validate vehicle systems and sub-systems to meet strength and durability targets, and develop countermeasures with cross-functional teams to exceed customer expectations.

Responsibilities include leading test activities, driving tests when required, analyzing data, benchmarking, and coordinating with design/CAe teams. Travel to client sites is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 2+ years experience.
• Specialties: Mechanical, Automotive, Aerospace preferred.
• Experience with SAE competitions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support engineering test activities according to test plans to verify parts meet design criteria.
• Perform objective and subjective testing by driving when required.
• Use data acquisition tools to collect, analyze, and report results.
• Coordinate with design/CAE teams to report results and develop countermeasures.
• Travel to client/test sites as required.

Skills

Data Acquisition

CATIA V5/V6

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Mechanical/Automotive Engineering

Tools

Data Acquisition tools

CATIA V5/V6

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 automotive reliability engineering test and development activities. Reliability Test Engineers are responsible for validating the vehicle , systems (Body, Chassis, Closures), and sub-systems to meet strength and durability targets with a goal of meeting or exceeding customer expectations. When performance concerns arise during validation testing, you will be responsible for developing appropriate countermeasure plans and work closely with cross-functional departments for implementation of plan.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the engineering test activities by applying engineering principles, experiences, and various analysis tools in following established test plans/procedures to test parts/components in area of specialty to determine design feasibility and ensure parts/components meet design acceptance criteria, performance level targets and any applicable regulatory/internal standards.
• Depending on functional area, must perform objective and subjective testing by driving.
• Utilize data acquisition tools to collect data, analyze and report results.
• Conduct vehicle benchmarking for the purpose of target setting.
• Support vehicle tuning and instrument vehicles for objective tests.
• Analyze and resolve problems with moderate level of guidance and direction.
• Negotiate with other departments internally and suppliers externally to meet the spec requirements.
• Coordinate with design and CAE teams to report results and develop countermeasures.
• 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 2+ years relevant industry experience.
• Education with the following specialties preferred: Mechanical, Mechanical Technology, Aerospace, Automotive, Manufacturing.
• Minimum 2 yrs experience using Data Acquisition tools.
• Formula SAE (FSAE), BAJA SAE, EcoCar, Mini BAJA SAE, experience
• Hands on experience with wrenching and vehicle instrumentation
• Experience using 3D design tools (CATIA V5/V6) for basic fixture design and layout reviews
• Test track / driving experience required for test driving.

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.