Job Opportunity: Senior Development Engineer
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Development Engineer I to join our dynamic team! If you have a deep understanding of advanced engineering principles and methods related to tire design and analysis, this role is perfect for you.
Summary:
As a Senior Development Engineer I, you will have mastered the Development Engineer II duties and responsibilities. You will be responsible for all phases of replacement tire development, including the design of experiments, testing, and analysis of results. Your assignments may include challenging projects that cover both replacement and original equipment tires, requiring close partnership with outside customers to achieve desired objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform all types of development programs, including those for both replacement tire lines and original equipment customers.
- Conduct requirements analysis and implement tire development project plans for new projects.
- Develop project plans for entry-level engineers.
- Create budgets for each project and track expenses.
- Receive and negotiate overall project targets with internal and external customers.
- Establish specific tire performance targets.
- Check and approve mold drawings, ensuring adherence to design standards.
- Approve the drawings of entry-level engineers.
- Create and issue experimental tire specifications.
- Set up experimental designs utilizing appropriate analytical and statistical methodologies.
- Collaborate 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, presenting results to management, other internal departments, and external customers.
- Implement development tires and specifications into production.
- Perform required internal and external certification testing to certify products into production.
- Participate in regular department meetings and conduct regular design reviews on assigned projects.
- Conduct design reviews and participate in product evaluations with external customers.
- Participate in task force teams to increase technical capability and achieve enhanced performance.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in 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 6-8 years of tire development experience or equivalent.
Why Join Us?
- Be a part of a leading company in the automotive industry.
- Engage in innovative projects and cutting-edge technology.
- Collaborate with a team of experts and industry leaders.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
If you are a highly motivated professional with a passion for tire development and engineering excellence, we encourage you to apply!
