Design Engineer - Plastics

The role

This role will support engineering design and development activities. The person will lead and support engineering activities for large scale product development programs.

What you will do

• Lead and support engineering activities for large scale product development programs
• Investigate feasibility
• Perform design using 3-D modeling software
• Conduct layout review and 2D drawing creation
• Analyze and resolve complex problems
• Create part specification requirements and BOM
• Negotiate with surrounding component business units and suppliers
• Perform cost analysis, strength calculations and material selection
• Use best practices to improve product and/or processes
• Search new ways to increase efficiency, utilize technology, and reduce costs

Required qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 2-5 years relevant industry experience or Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years relevant industry experience or Associate’s degree and 5+ years Automotive Plastic
• Knowledge and working experience with DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis) and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), DFM (Design for Manufacturing)
• Experience using both Catia V5/V6 to create 3-D models and 2D drawings
• The ability to work effectively in a cross functional group setting
• Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and tooling
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in MS office

Nice to have

• Mechanical, Mechanical Technology, Aerospace, Automotive, Manufacturing

About the company

Goken is a global Engineering Services and Product Development company founded in 2004. They partner with OEMs and suppliers across the mobility space and non-mobility industries.