What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Engineer I - Jigs & Fixtures position at Goken?
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 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.
Qualifications:
- 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 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.
