Job Information
Bridgestone Americas Electrical Engineer in Morrison, Tennessee
Company Overview
Wherever you work and whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name you know that you are a valued teammate who is part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality.” We start by offering each teammate more than just a salary. We provide formal training, competitive performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build your future.
We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole selves to work and know they are supported. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you’re made of. Show us the smart stuff, the tough stuff, the bold, beautiful and brave stuff. Because who you are is what we need.
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee and is the U.S. subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone Americas and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.
Business Unit
BAMG - Warren
Management Level
Professional
Job Category
Engineering & Science
Position Summary
Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations is seeking an Electrical Engineer for its tire manufacturing facility located in Warren County, TN. You will support the Engineering team in researching, developing, designing, and testing electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks. You will apply practical knowledge of electrical engineering, work independently with general supervision and work with production departments to conduct continuous improvement and automation activities in the plant.
The Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations plant in Warren County, Tennessee produces truck and bus radial tires, including premium steer and wide base. The nearly 2 million square-foot facility employs more than 1,100 teammates as Operating Technicians, Safety and Health Managers, Quality Assurance, Process Engineers, Production Analysts, Mechanical and Electrical Engineers.
Apply and join our team to begin a career at Bridgestone Americas. Trust your talent; trust the journey. Be Bridgestone.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
Works on electrical problems of moderate scope and assists with projects or processes while receiving general instructions from higher level professionals.
Applies research to the planning, design development and testing of electrical equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems, write specifications, purchase, install and start-up new equipment to meet the plant’s objectives.
Modification of existing equipment as requested by production, technical service, quality assurance, PSD, or maintenance departments.
Supports continuous improvement/automation activities.
Effectively manages contractors, supports Maintenance to maintain and meet department goals for downtime frequency, A-rank reduction, obsolesces, and non-operational time.
Effectively manage and control spending of the yearly capital and expense budget targets.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience
Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Employment Eligibility
If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.