Design Release Engineer - Exterior Trim

Design Release Engineer

• Exterior Trim Goken
• 2.9 Phoenix, AZ Job Details $50
• $55 an hour 11 hours ago Qualifications 3D CAD modeling Design for manufacturability (DFM) Manufacturing Plastics Full Job Description 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:

The DRE will be responsible for design from concept to production, release, and launch of Exterior Trim plastics. This individual will be depended on to build strong partnerships with internal team members responsible for design, validation, procurement, and manufacturing of the vehicle.

Responsibilities:

Design and release the assigned vehicle system components and assemblies from concept to production. Develop and mature components from concept through production. Establish and achieve targets for cost, investment, weight, performance, and quality. Coordinate engineering designs and systems with purchasing, suppliers, testing team, manufacturing team, other vehicle subsystems and functions. Responsible for quality of components and/or subsystem 3D CAD and technical drawings. Work with suppliers to create specifications and requirements of the components. Provide technical support and system analysis for root cause analysis of development issues. Provide professional reports and documentation for the system with information provided by design responsible engineers. Coordinate, lead and participate in design reviews. Work multi-functionally to implement cost reduction methods and product improvements, and to support prototype and production build activities. Remain up-to-date in relevant new technology and products. Travel as 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 relevant industry experience. Education with the following specialties preferred: Mechanical, Mechanical Technology, Aerospace, Automotive, Manufacturing. Experience using 3-D modeling software tool CATIA V5 or V6 3 years' experience acting as a DRE for plastic parts such as side valences, sill trims, underbody aero shields wheelhouse liners, appliques, frunks, rocker panels etc. Strong understanding of DFM (Design for Manufacturing) required. 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.