Goken America LLC

Goken America LLC

Test Engineer III - Brake Performance

Foster City, CA / Raymond, OH · Mid

Sponsorship not specified$65k-$75kDetected 36 days ago
MATLABData AnalysisSimulinkCommunicationCollaborationActuators

About the role

  • We also foster a culture built on high performance, collaboration, continuous improvement, and ongoing professional development.
  • Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations.
  • California Pay Range $65 - $75 USD Goken is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and engaging workplace across all global locations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and execute vehicle braking tests at external proving grounds, public roads, and specialized test facilities, ensuring adherence to rigorous test cycles and safety protocols.
  • Develop brake performance and braking comfort through
  • Test and develop the harmonious interaction between brake and drivetrain actuators
  • Develop & track metrics and targets for vehicle-level performance
  • Develop and refine testing methodologies to improve accuracy and efficiency
  • Support simulation development to predict vehicle performance
  • Implement innovative technical concepts and solutions that enable optimal brake performance
  • Execute vehicle validation and lead data analysis and issue resolution
  • Lead and report on FMVSS-related testing
  • Perform vehicle tuning and instrument vehicles for objective tests.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 5+ years of brake testing experience
  • Experience with brake performance tools and software (ex: CANalyzer, INCA, MDA, MATLAB/Simulink, Racelogic VBOX)
  • Education with the following specialties preferred: Mechanical, Mechanical Technology, Aerospace, Automotive, Manufacturing.

Nice to have

  • Minimum 5 yrs experience with brake development and vehicle testing experience
  • Excellent understanding of hydraulic braking system and/or electro mechanical braking systems including controllers and stability functions
  • Familiarity with physical full vehicle driving experience on different surface conditions (snow, ice etc.)
  • Ability to test in vehicle at or near the physical limits of the vehicle
  • Experience in vehicle-level and bench level brake integration
  • Hands-on experience with vehicles, instrumentation, and data acquisition
  • Familiarity with FMVSS related braking tests
  • Willingness to frequently travel within the continental US (within CA, AZ, MI, OH, MN)

Skills

  • Test track / driving experience required for test driving.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency in MS office
  • Formula SAE (FSAE), BAJA SAE, EcoCar, Mini BAJA SAE, experience preferred
  • Hands on experience with wrenching and vehicle instrumentation preferred.

Compensation

  • California Pay Range $65 - $75 USD Goken is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and engaging workplace across all global locations.

Benefits

  • 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.
  • Goken offers a competitive compensation structure and benefits that support professional growth and personal well-being.

Company info

  • 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.

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