Design Release Engineer - Lighting

Goken • Foster City, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Design Release Engineer (DRE) will be responsible for the design, release, and launch of Lighting components, systems, and sub-systems for vehicle programs. This role requires building strong partnerships with internal teams involved in design, validation, procurement, and manufacturing. Goken is a global Engineering Services and Product Development company founded in 2004, headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, with Engineering Centers in Pune, India, and Yokohama, Japan. They partner with OEMs and suppliers in the mobility space, as well as clients in non-mobility industries, to deliver innovative solutions and accelerate product development. Goken embraces a 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 their mission to solve complex problems, deliver measurable value, and move clients and industries forward. Their Vision is to empower associates to drive innovation and lead meaningful change, and their Mission is to build trust that fosters greatness in people, excellence in clients, and positive impact in communities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering plus 5 years relevant experience in Lighting
• 3 years’ experience acting as a DRE on Lighting systems
• Knowledge and working experience with DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis) and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
• Familiarity with the engineering design components
• CAD knowledge and working experience in 3D and drawing creation and modification (CATIA preferred)
• The ability to work effectively in a cross functional group setting, including essential technical guidance to support Senior Management
• The ability to work independently, and to lead, coach and mentor others
• Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and tooling

Nice To Haves

• Education with the following specialties preferred: Mechanical, Mechanical Technology, Aerospace, Automotive, Manufacturing

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
• Perform other duties as needed

Benefits

• competitive compensation structure
• benefits that support professional growth and personal well-being
• culture built on high performance, collaboration, continuous improvement, and ongoing professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level