Where is the Tire Development Engineer I role at Yokohama Tire Corporation based?

This role is based in Cornelius, NC.

How many years of experience does this Tire Development Engineer I role require?

The posting calls for 0–3 years of relevant experience.

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Tire Development Engineer I

Q: What techniques or methods are required for this Tire Development Engineer I role?

tire testing, design of experiments.

Yokohama Tire Corporation · Cornelius, NC3mo ago

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Develop tire designs, run experiments, oversee tire testing and report results

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Entry-level path into tire design: own experimental builds, testing and certification from mold drawing to production.

Might not be for you. Mechanical-engineering flavored rather than polymer science; warehouse exposure to noise and machinery, lifting up to 40 lbs.

Bench and deskHands-on execution First industry roleBS acceptable Realistic requirements

Adjacent materials roledevelop a capability in tire design and analysis; design of experiments, testing and analysis of results; work with tire manufacturing groups to build and verify experimental tire builds

Seniority: Entry level
Work: On-site
Type: Full-time
Degree: BS
Experience: 0–3 yrs
Industry: Automotive
Role: R&D / Research

Techniques

tire testingdesign of experiments74 roles

Benefits

equity/stock

Role details

Summary

The Development Engineer I requires knowledge of general engineering principles to develop a capability in tire design and analysis. The Development Engineer is responsible for learning the various phases of tire development including the design of experiments, testing and analysis of results.

Responsibilities

Conduct basic projects including benchmarking, product enhancement and line expansions.
Follow and implement already developed project plans.
Track project expenses versus an existing budget.
Check mold drawings and assure adherence to design standards.
Set up experimental designs to meet performance targets with assistance.
Work with tire manufacturing groups to build and verify experimental tire builds.
Generate test requests, oversee tire testing and summarize test results.
Issue development project interim and final reports. Present results to management and other internal departments.
Perform required internal and external testing to certify products into production.
Participate in regular department meetings.
Conduct regular design reviews on assigned projects.

Knowledge And Skills

Effective written and oral communication skills.
Strong technical, analytic and problem solving skills.
Proficient in the use of engineering software tools such as 3D CAD programs, Matlab, statistical software and Microsoft Office.

Education And Experience

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
Minimum of 0-3 years’ experience required

Physical Requirements

Must be able to remain in a stationary position, often sitting for prolonged periods of time while working on a computer.
Ability to repeat motions that include the wrists, hands and/or fingers
Occasionally work indoors in a warehouse environment where temperature regulation may be inconsistent, and where there is exposure to noise, and machinery.
Employees must possess the ability to regularly lift, carry, push, pull and move materials and objects weighing up to 40 pounds.