Goken's Mission
On A Mission To Create
Something Different
Driving Innovation
Our purpose is to create different solutions to common problems. We give our partners the time, space, and resources they need to Innovate.
20+ Years of Excellence
For more than two decades, Goken has methodically formulated a set of skills and cultural habits that seperate us from our competiors.
Expertise
Our expertise is boundless, our services seamlessly execute across industries, and the innovation possibilities are endless.
Goken's Reach Crosses Oceans And Borders
Goken America
Goken America, founded in 2004 is the heart of the Goken experience. Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Goken America partners with companies all over the United States to solve complex problems, accelerate development cycles, and build better products.
Goken India
Goken India is a technology advisory, technology development and talent management company that helps our clients solve problems, accelerate development cycles and build better products. Goken India provides services while working closely with our US and Japanese operations.
Goken Nihon
Goken Nihon provides design and development support for various automotive components, electric vehicles, and Japan-U.S. Technical Consulting.
Goken America
Goken America, founded in 2004 is the heart of the Goken experience. Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Goken America partners with companies all over the United States to solve complex problems, accelerate development cycles, and build better products.
Goken India
Goken India is a technology advisory, technology development and talent management company that helps our clients solve problems, accelerate development cycles and build better products. Goken India provides services while working closely with our US and Japanese operations.
Goken Nihon
Goken Nihon provides design and development support for various automotive components, electric vehicles, and Japan-U.S. Technical Consulting.
We Are Fueled By Exceptional Talent
People First
Our associates are at the heart of everything we do. We invest in their growth, support their passions, and foster a culture where collaboration and innovation thrive. When our people succeed, so do our clients.
Life At Goken
Life at Goken is built on curiosity, purpose, and collaboration. We create an environment where associates are encouraged to grow, take initiative, and support one another. Whether tackling challenges or celebrating success, we believe work should be meaningful and shared.
A Culture Of Craftsmanship
We don’t settle for “good enough.” Our teams take pride in doing things the right way, with attention to detail, respect for the process, and a commitment to building solutions that last.
Committed To Community
We believe in giving back. Whether it’s through STEM outreach, local partnerships, or volunteer efforts, we work to make a positive difference in the communities where we live and operate.
Let’s build the innovations of tomorrow, together
Partner with a team that brings technical excellence, agility, and vision to every project. Whether you’re designing the next breakthrough product or optimizing your current process, we’re ready to help you take the next step.
Goken Culture
Leadership
Doug Smith
Founder
Bill Nichols
President & Chief Operating Officer
David Anderson
Chief Financial Officer
Sri Valluru
Senior Director, Services & Consulting
Swapnil Gawade
Chief Operating Officer, Goken India
Zeyn Kermani
Director, Engineering Services
Adam Twitty
Director, Business Development
Michelle Henriques
Director, Human Resources
Adam Wimmers
Senior Manager, Strategic Accounts
Cole Lawson
Manager, Talent Acquisition
JB Smith
Representative Director, Goken Nihon
Takahiro Uetake
Director, Goken Nihon. Technical Specialist, America
Goken In Numbers
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Our Team
From humble beginnings to a large presence, Goken keeps a tight knit team.
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Decades in Business
Since 2004, we have compounded growth, achievements, and value.
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Global Offices
Three global offices that help our clients achieve their goals around the clock.
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Time Zones
We chase the sun with our global team.
Infinite Opportunities
Opportunities are endless at Goken because we grow, innovate, and build the future together.
Our 20 Year Journey
Frequently Asked Questions
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More FAQGoken is an engineering and technology service provider that solves your engineering challenges and accelerates your product development cycles, ultimately helping to build better products. Our wide range of services includes Engineering Design, CAE and Validation, Should Costing and Value Engineering, Automation, CATIA Training, Japanese Language Services, and Knowledge Management. We cater to various industries, including automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing, providing tailored solutions to meet your specific needs.
Reducing time to market is a function of speed of delivery, ability to scale project on demand and ensuring that the job is done right at the first time. Goken has an unique design philosophy called the Goken Way of Product Development. This approach is a scalable and repeatable process designed to cultivate high-performing teams capable of delivering results from day one. Central to our methodology is the deployment of our Knowledge Capture process, which serves as a vital tool for seamlessly transferring information across Goken's dynamic teams. This unique methodology helps our engineers to deliver products at a faster pace and with high quality.
Goken implements a cost optimization strategy through Should Cost Analysis principles. This method determines the optimal cost a product "should" incur, considering the most efficient manufacturing and regional processes available. It identifies key cost drivers and offers crucial "Cost Insight" to help make informed decisions during sourcing and manufacturing. These insights encompass material cost, process cost, overheads, and profit margins for a wide variety of commodities and geographies.