Summary:This role will support Chassis engineering design and development activities for a largescale Automotive OEM.
Responsibilities:- Lead and support the engineering activities for large scale product development programs by investigating feasibility, performing design using 3-D modeling software, conduct layout review and 2D drawing creation.
- Analyze and resolve complex problems independently or with minimal guidance.
- Create part specification requirements and BOM.
- Negotiate with surrounding component business units and suppliers.
- Perform cost analysis, strength calculations and material selection.
- Act as a liaison between Goken global teams and point of contacts at assigned Client to identify project requirements, understand technical specifications and meet client expectations.
- Monitor and track the progress of projects and handle any issues that arise. Report and escalate to management as needed.
- 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.
Qualifications:- Minimum Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 5+ years of Automotive industry experience with Design and Development of Chassis commodities such as Brake systems, Wheels, Subframes/Cradles, Suspension/Steering components from concept to mass production
- Education with the following specialties preferred: Mechanical, Mechanical Technology, Aerospace, Automotive, Manufacturing.
- 5+ years of Experience using 3-D modeling software CATIA V6/3D Experience (CATIA V5 experience will be considered) including Kinematics.
- Experience with performing detailed tolerance stack-ups, bolt torque calculations, basic linear-static FEA.
- Strong understanding of DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and DFA (Design for Assembly) required.
- Experience with coordination of project work with Global/offshore teams is desired.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in MS office.
