Automation Electrical Engineer – Rockwell PLC & Controls

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Nashville, TN is seeking an Electrical Engineer with 3+ years of experience to design, develop and test electrical control systems and machinery.

You will modify equipment, support automation initiatives and collaborate with production, maintenance and external vendors. The role requires hands-on problem solving, strong communication, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with 3+ years of related experience.
• Strong experience with Rockwell ControlLogix and Studio 5000.
• Experience with Allen Bradley VFDs and servo drives.
• Knowledge of industrial Ethernet and NFPA 70E safety.

Responsibilities

• Modify existing equipment per production or tech service requests for continuous improvement.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to support project goals.
• Manage contractors and service technicians to improve uptime and productivity.
• Design, develop and supervise electrical control systems and specify equipment.

Skills

Rockwell ControlLogix

Studio 5000

PLC programming

Allen-Bradley servo drives

Industrial Ethernet

NFPA 70E safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Nashville, TN is seeking an Electrical Engineer with 3+ years of experience to design, develop and test electrical control systems and machinery.

You will modify equipment, support automation initiatives and collaborate with production, maintenance and external vendors. The role requires hands-on problem solving, strong communication, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.