Lead Dimensional Engineer - Craftmanship Flush and Gap

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 Dimensional Engineering projects for craftmanship and own flush and gap requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the dimensional engineering activities for large scale product development programs by performing variation simulation analysis (VSA) using tools like 3DCS and predict the dimensional variations in the automotive systems and sub-systems throughout the many phases of product development.  
• Define and establish craftsmanship, flush, and gap (F&G) requirements.
• Maintain ownership of requirements from definition through release.
• Serve as DVA (Dimensional Variation Analysis) lead for feasibility assessments.
• Oversee the drawing-check process for designated vehicle commodities.
• Define and implement measurement strategies.
• Approve fixtures in line with project requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve dimensional issues as needed.  
• Apply GD&T standards to optimize design and tolerances to meet or exceed dimensional targets, improve product quality, reduce costs, and accelerate time-to-market 
• Document and report findings, providing actionable insights to the product development teams. 
• Travel to client sites required.  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 8+yrs relevant experience OR master’s degree in engineering and 6+yrs relevant experience.  
• Minimum 6 years of experience in Dimensional Engineering or related area 
• Strong understanding of flush and gap vehicle requirements, aligned with studio strategy and vision.
• Proficiency in performing 1/3D stack-up analysis to evaluate feasibility.
• Ability to organize and present complex technical information in a clear, concise, and impactful way across the company.
• Strong understanding of Variation Simulation Analysis tools
• Working experience in CATIA V5 or V6/3DX
• Good understanding of GD&T standards is required.  
• Knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes is required.  
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.  

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.