Design Release Engineer - Steering

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: 

As a Design and Release Engineer, you will be supporting components such as Steering Gear, I shaft, Steering Column for EVs. You will engage with other interfacing system engineers and cross functional teams to deliver the designs from initial concept to production.

Responsibilities:

• Design and release steering system components and assemblies from concept to production 
• Support Design tasks for Steering system components from initial concept to production 
• Help with documentations of requirements for components based on desired vehicle functions and attributes 
• Lead technical development activities with supplier, drive design solutions with challenging time, cost, technical requirements constraints. 
• Support Steering System and component DFMEAs and DVPs and contribute to system failure mode analyses 
• Perform detailed assessments of bolted connections to ensure compliance with structural and safety standards. 
• Perform structural analysis for safety critical components. 
• Utilize CAD and stack ups to verify spatial constraints, clearances, and packaging feasibility. 
• Establish and achieve targets for cost, investment, weight, performance, and quality 
• Responsible for quality of components and/or subsystem 3D CAD and technical drawings 
• Coordinate, lead and participate in design reviews 
• Work multi-functionally to implement cost reduction methods and product improvements, and to support prototype and production build activities 
• Remain up-to-date in relevant new technology and products 
• Travel as required 
• Perform other duties as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering 
• Education with the following specialties preferred: Mechanical, Mechanical Technology, Aerospace, Automotive, Manufacturing. 
• 5+ years of experience with engineering steering systems (especially steering column and intermediate shaft) 
• Experience and proficiency with CATIA V5/V6 and 3DX 
• Knowledge and working experience with DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis) and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) 
• Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and tooling

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.