Testing Engineer
Company: Bridgestone Americas
Location: Akron
Posted on: February 25, 2021
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Job Description:
Job DescriptionThis position focuses on materials testing
research, test method development, and product validation. The
person in this critical role is a recognized subject matter expert
in their area, with extensive skills typically obtained through
advanced education and work experience. Responsibilities typically
include managing large projects or processes with limited oversight
from the manager as well as coaching, reviewing, and delegating
work to less experienced professionals. Problems faced are
difficult and often complex.Company OverviewNashville, Tenn.-based
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of Bridgestone
Corporation, the world's largest tire and rubber company.
Bridgestone Americas and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and
market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand
tires to address the needs of a broad range of customers, including
consumers, automotive and commercial vehicle original equipment
manufacturers, and those in the agricultural, forestry and mining
industries. The companies are also engaged in retreading operations
throughout the Western Hemisphere and produce air springs, roofing
materials, and industrial fibers and textiles. The Bridgestone
Americas family of companies also operates the world's largest
chain of automotive tire and service centers.Guided by its global
corporate social responsibility (CSR), commitment 'Our Way to
Serve,' Bridgestone embraces its responsibility as a global leader
by striving to improve the way people move, live, work and
play.Responsibilities* Leads and/or supports large projects or
processes of complex scope, with limited oversight from
management.* Coaches, reviews, and delegates work to less
experienced professionals.* Assists in the development of strategic
and operational plans and implements for areas of assigned
responsibilities.* Researches potential new technologies, products,
and test method development opportunities by developing and
validating theories on the physical, chemical, and/or biological
properties of materials and ingredients under various conditions.*
Devises and implements test methods and evaluates laboratory test
equipment and processes. May also assist in the development of
technical specifications.* Makes recommendations concerning the
acquisition and use of new technologies and testing equipment to
support business needs.* Work with internal customers to understand
their testing needs and work collaboratively to create new test
methods* Maintain and troubleshoot existing equipment and validate
testing protocols.* Communicate regularly with lab management on
the status of projects.* Report and present project status and
project closures to internal customers and stakeholders.* May
participate in intellectual property evaluations and development of
patent applications* Performs other duties as
assigned.QualificationsTypically requires a minimum of 10 years of
related experience with a bachelor's degree in a scientific field;
or 7 years and a master's degree; or a Ph.D. with 5+ years of
experience; or equivalent work experience.Preferred Qualifications*
Master's or Ph.D. Degree in Physics, Engineering, Material Science,
or Chemistry* Tire and/or Rubber experience* Physical Testing
experience* Excellent troubleshooting/problem-solving skills*
Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills* Ability to work within a team
and collaborate with others* Proficiency in data analysis tools and
statistical applications * With prior Six Sigma and FEMA experience
is a plus* Experience in project management* Advanced IT knowledge:
computer programing, macro knowledge* Familiar with lab safety
protocols* Knowledge of Quality systems* LOTO experience* Ability
to perform basic mechanical and/or electrical maintenance, as
needed.
Keywords: Bridgestone Americas, Akron , Testing Engineer, Engineering , Akron, Ohio
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