Goodyear
Engineer - Automotive Engineering
Job description
This position is responsible for providing support on projects by learning Goodyear systems and processes in cooperation with more experienced personnel. The incumbent seeks solutions to technical problems, conducts work on assigned tasks, and exhibits an entry-type level of knowledge.
- Implement products, processes, and methods that meet internal and external customer requirements. Support evaluation of products, processes, and methods and obtain results. Contribute to the manufacture of quality products and processes.
- Communicate and solve problems by interpreting and analyzing data.
- Translate product needs to experimental data or design parameters.
- Work with teams and product groups to bring technology to market
- Obtain required training and skill development for position-specific skills and personal development.
Experience
- Experience in tire industry (product development, industrialization, or technical customer support)
- Exposure to OEM technical coordination
- Involvement in product and process implementation in manufacturing environments
- Hands-on experience with product validation and testing (indoor/outdoor tire testing)
- Experience in quality and compliance processes:
- DVP (Design Validation Plan)
- PV (Product Validation)
- PPAP (Production Part Approval Process)
- ISIR (Initial Sample Inspection Report)
- Experience working with engineering teams and cross-functional groups to launch products
- Exposure to technical problem-solving using data analysis
- Entry-level to early-career experience working with structured engineering processes
Skills
- Technical problem-solving & analytical thinking
- Ability to interpret data and convert it into design or experimental parameters
- Understanding of product development lifecycle & manufacturing processes
- Project management & time management
- Strong cross-functional coordination skills
- Ability to evaluate products, processes, and methods
- Technical communication skills:
- Preparing presentations and technical reports
- Presenting to OEMs or stakeholders
- Leading discussions/meetings
- Knowledge of engineering standards, drawings, and specifications
- Ability to deliver customer-focused solutions
- Strong learning agility (ability to quickly learn systems, tools, and processes)
Good-to-Have
- Advanced experience in OEM-facing roles
- Deep expertise in approval processes and certifications
- Advanced knowledge of quality standards and regulatory requirements
- High proficiency in stakeholder management
- Strong soft skills: Communication, collaboration, and Adaptability
- Exposure to global teams or international OEMs
- Continuous improvement mindset (Lean and Six Sigma exposure is a plus)
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Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 63,000 people and manufactures its products in 49 facilities in 19 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio, and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg, strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to www.goodyear.com/corporate
Goodyear is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.
