Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Goken America is an Engineering Services and Product Development company founded in 2004. At Goken America we strive to expand and deliver upon our company motto of “Creating Something Different”. We are continually striving to strengthen our organization, and are always seeking talented individuals who have a strong desire to work in an environment where they can make a difference.
Our “Vision” is to empower our associates to affect change wherever change is needed. Our “Mission” is that in building trust we foster greatness in our people, excellence in our clients and impact in our communities.
Goken America provides an excellent benefits package, one month of paid time off per year and a very competitive compensation plan. In addition, when applicable, we will also provide relocation assistance, temporary housing, visa support and other fringe benefits.
This role will support Prototype Fabrication Teams for engineering design and development of Jigs/Fixtures used for holding vehicle parts/assemblies during processes such as weld, paint, assembly, and testing.
This role will support Prototype Fabrication Teams for engineering design and development of Jigs/Fixtures used for holding vehicle parts/assemblies during processes such as weld, paint, assembly, and testing.
Responsibilities
Lead and support the engineering design activities for Jigs/Fixtures used in Prototype Vehicle Assembly by investigating feasibility, performing design using 3-D modeling software, conducting layout review and 2D drawing creation.
Develop and mature assigned components from scratch
Understanding Vehicle Body-in-white (BIW) part construction, datums, and weld information to incorporate into fixture design
Support development groups (Interior Design, Aerodynamics Team, etc.) with requests for fixturing, test equipment, or prototyping needs
Analyze and resolve problems with moderate level of guidance and direction.
Create part specification requirements and BOM.
Negotiate with surrounding component business units and suppliers.
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.
Requirements
Minimum Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of industry experience in Automotive Design for Body-In-White (BIW)/Sheetmetal/Machining parts required
Education with the following specialties preferred: Mechanical, Mechanical Technology, Aerospace, Automotive.
Experience developing Jigs/Fixtures used in Prototype Vehicle Assembly is highly preferred
Strong knowledge and Understanding of DFM (Design for Manufacturing), DFA (Design for Assembly) and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) is required.
2+ years of experience using CATIA V5 (CATIA V6 preferred)
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in MS office.
Goken America (“Goken”) is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other applicable protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is, in simple terms, a change in the way things are typically done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity. Please inform Goken’s personnel representative if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.
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