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Durability Test Engineer III

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Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Goken America is an Engineering Services and Product Development company founded in 2004. At Goken America we strive to expand and deliver upon our company motto of “Creating Something Different”. We are continually striving to strengthen our organization, and are always seeking talented individuals who have a strong desire to work in an environment where they can make a difference.

Our “Vision” is to empower our associates to affect change wherever change is needed. Our “Mission” is that in building trust we foster greatness in our people, excellence in our clients and impact in our communities.

Goken America provides an excellent benefits package, one month of paid time off per year and a very competitive compensation plan. In addition, when applicable, we will also provide relocation assistance, temporary housing, visa support and other fringe benefits.

In this position you will support the durability verification and validation team for all vehicle and component testing along with road load data collection for a specific program. You will collaborate with the other parts of the durability group along with chassis, dynamics, and program teams to confirm test setups are correct and to report any opportunities. Your experience in program management, fatigue, block cycle testing, data analysis, and 329 rig testing will ensure success.

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 parts/components in area of specialty to determine design feasibility and ensure parts/components meet design acceptance criteria, performance level targets and any applicable regulatory/internal standards.
Conduct durability testing and data collection.
Set up and operate component testing and vehicle rig testing.
Data analysis tasks to identify trends and anomalies.
Prepare test reports and presentations.
Manage multiple testing and data collection projects for an entire vehicle program
Utilize data acquisition tools to collect data, analyze and report results.
Conduct vehicle benchmarking for the purpose of target setting.
Perform vehicle tuning and instrument vehicles for objective tests.
Analyze and resolve complex problems independently or with minimal guidance.
Negotiate with other departments internally and suppliers externally to meet the spec requirements.
Use best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve product and/or processes.
Coordinate with design and CAE teams to report results and develop countermeasures.
Search new ways to increase overall efficiency, utilize up-to-date technology.
Travel to client / test sites required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 5+ years relevant industry experiences.
10+ years of durability testing and data collection experience
2+ years’ experience of MTS 329 rig testing with drive file development
2+ years’ experience of road load data acquisition with data post processing
2+ years’ experience with component level testing
Ability to manage multiple testing and data collection projects concurrently for an entire
vehicle program
Understanding of accelerated fatigue testing
Experience with performing analysis with nCode to perform loads calculations for body, chassis, propulsion, and suspension systems and components
Experience with Parametric CAD, Catia V6 preferred
Experience with MATLAB/Simulink, Python, or other programming languages is a plus.
Proven track record of problem-solving and independent root cause analysis
Exceptional communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.

Goken America (“Goken”) is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other applicable protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is, in simple terms, a change in the way things are typically done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity. Please inform Goken’s personnel representative if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

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What You Should Know About Durability Test Engineer III, Goken

Join Goken America as a Durability Test Engineer III in Plymouth, MI, and be a key player in our mission of 'Creating Something Different.' If you’re passionate about engineering and want to make a real impact, this is the role for you! You will work alongside a dynamic team to support our durability verification and validation efforts, testing vehicles and components, and collecting crucial road load data. Your expertise will steer our projects as you lead the engineering test activities, ensuring designs meet the highest performance and regulatory standards. You’ll conduct durability testing, analyze data for trends, and prepare insightful reports that guide our development processes. Managing multiple testing projects is just part of the challenge—your innovation and collaborative spirit will help enhance efficiency and ensure cutting-edge solutions. At Goken America, we value our associates and provide a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and ample time off to help you maintain work-life balance. Join us in a fulfilling career that aims to foster greatness not just within our teams, but throughout the communities we serve. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and be part of an organization that champions your professional growth, we want to hear from you!

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What are the primary responsibilities of a Durability Test Engineer III at Goken America?

As a Durability Test Engineer III at Goken America, you'll lead engineering test activities, support durability testing processes, manage data collection projects, and collaborate with various teams to ensure designs meet both performance metrics and regulatory standards. Your role includes setting up and operating testing equipment, analyzing data, and preparing reports, all while navigating multiple project demands effectively.