Tire Development Engineer - Staff

Requisition ID: 123726 
Sponsorship Available: No 
Relocation Assistance Available: No 

Goodyear. More Driven.

At Goodyear, we are driven by innovation and a commitment to excellence. As a Tire Development Engineer - Staff at Goodyear, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of tire technology. Goodyear is at the forefront of innovation, committed to developing high-performance tires that not only meet customer demands but also prioritize sustainability. Our tire development process integrates cutting-edge materials and advanced engineering techniques to create products that enhance safety, efficiency, and environmental responsibility.
 

About the Position 
In this role, you will be instrumental in developing innovative products, processes, and methods that align with both internal and external customer requirements. Your contributions will be vital in manufacturing high-quality products, with a focus on reducing complexity while maintaining high standards. The position is essential for ensuring the creation of high-quality tire products that align with Goodyear’s standards and customer expectations.
Location: Americana Plant, São Paulo, Brazil
 

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop products, processes, and methods that meet internal and external customer requirements.
• Support the evaluation of products, processes, and methods to obtain results.
• Contribute to the manufacture of quality products and processes with a focus on reducing complexity and maintaining high standards.
• Communicate and solve problems by interpreting and analyzing data.
• Translate product needs into 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.

Required Education and Experience 

• Mechanical Engineering degree (or relevant field), required.
• 4+ years in the tire or automotive industry.
• 3+ years of experience leading technical projects.
• Understanding of the Goodyear Product Creation Process (PCP) is preferred.
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Power Point, Excel).
• Fluent in English, required; Portuguese and Spanish preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Practical understanding of science and technology applied to the design and analysis of tires.
• Understanding of technical drawings and procedures.
• Proficiency in statistical design and analysis, including cause and effect analysis and risk analysis.
• Ability to carry out assignments logically using existing technology and standard methods.
• Basic organization, communication, and experimentation skills.

Why Join Us? 

At Goodyear, we are committed to innovation and excellence. Join our team to contribute to the future of tire technology and make a meaningful impact in the industry.

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Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 71,000 people and manufactures its products in 55 facilities in 22 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 and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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