Test Engineer - Automotive Brakes (Dynamometer)

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 engineering test and development activities at a Largescale Automotive OEM for objective testing of Brake systems for performance and durability in a Dynamometer.

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 Brake system parts/components to determine design feasibility and ensure parts/components meet design acceptance criteria, performance level targets and any applicable regulatory/internal standards.
• Analyze and resolve problems with moderate level of guidance and direction.
• Perform system/sub-system level tests in the lab/dyno for objective evaluation.
• Support instrumentation and scheduling for test preparation.
• Support troubleshooting/service/maintenance/repair of the Dynamometer.
• Utilize data acquisition tools and other systems as needed for test data collection and analysis.
• Create technical documents and reports to communicate test results and objective evaluation achievement.
• Support countermeasure development and implementation activities.
• Support process improvement activities if/as needed.
• Support additional domain test activities if/as needed.
• Travel to client / test sites required.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 0 - 2 years of Automotive test engineering experience for chassis (brakes, suspension, steering) performance evaluation
• Education with the following specialties preferred: Mechanical, Mechanical Technology, Automotive, Manufacturing
• Previous co-op/internship experience in test engineering will be considered
• Experience using Data Acquisition tools and performing data analysis
• Test track / driving experience required for test driving
• Formula SAE (FSAE), BAJA SAE, EcoCar, Mini BAJA SAE project experience focusing on test activities will be considered
• Hands on experience with wrenching, Dynamometer set up/troubleshooting and instrumentation.
• Strong mechanical aptitude required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS office.
• Experience using Brake Dynamometers from Link preferred
  
  

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.