R&D Engineer - Entry

Job Purpose:

  • Develop products for EMEA markets as part of an integrated project team, embracing a strong project management discipline and facing technical challenges in order to meet future needs. Specific focus on development activity in tire design.

Main Accountabilities:

  • Contribute to the technical development of tires by participating in technical teams;
  • Contribute to the process of benchmarking, designing prototypes, planning and analyzing test results, and preparing technical documentation;
  • Participate in defining engineering approach and in planning and scheduling work;
  • Prepare appropriate documentation for assigned projects.

Working relationships:

  • All Functions within the Technical Center;
  • Bridgestone Corporate Functions;
  • Manufacturing plants in Europe (Spain and Turkey) and South Africa.

Technical skills:

  • University:           degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aeronautical, Automotive)
  • Computer:           very good MS Office package knowledge, good CAD/PRO-E capabilities, programming languages and virtual simulation.
  • Other:                  basic knowledge of tire construction nice to have
  • Language:           fluency in English, Spanish nice to have