Chemical Engineering Co-op Summer/Fall

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Nashville (TN); Vor Ort; USD 17.000 - 23.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Nashville is seeking a junior-senior level engineering co-op student majoring in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or related field. You will support specifications and analyses, apply root-cause methods, and work 40 hours weekly in a hands-on, cross-functional team environment.

You will use CAD/AutoCAD, learn Minitab and other manufacturing tools, and develop skills in project management, scheduling, and cost control during a 6-month assignment.

Qualifikationen

• Pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or another applicable major.
• Junior-senior level standing with GPA of at least 3.0.
• Completed CAD/AutoCAD coursework and familiarity with manufacturing tools.

Aufgaben

• Support specifications and standards in areas like compound, component, curing process, or uniformity analyses.
• Apply root-cause analysis and systematic problem solving to design effective solutions.
• Conduct statistical analysis and data collection using Minitab.
• Learn and utilize manufacturing tools and systems; propose improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage project scope, schedule, and cost.

Ausbildung

Pursuing degree in Chemical Engineering or Materials Science

Tools

CAD/AutoCAD

Minitab

Jobbeschreibung

Company OverviewBridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate collectively as a “Bridgestone West” strategic region. This region services the strategic business needs of teams across the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa. BSAM and BSEMEA are subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, globally headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products and solutions to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.Job CategoryInterns & Co-OpsPosition SummaryEngineers at Bridgestone have a passion for innovation that drives our company forward. Our Co-Op program gives you the opportunity to join the world's largest tire and rubber company at the forefront of innovation and mobility. As a teammate, you will gain hands-on experience working on meaningful projects, network with engineers across the organization, learn what it is like to be an engineer at Bridgestone, and finally, make a lasting impact while developing lifelong skills and competencies to elevate your future career.ResponsibilitiesSupport specifications and standards in areas such as compound, component, curing process, or uniformity analysesApply a systematic approach to identify and isolate problems and their root causes to design and implement effective solutionsStatistical analysis and data collection through software such as MinitabDetermine methods and technology to convert inputs into acceptable outputs with process capabilityLearn and utilize key chemical manufacturing tools and systems; recommending improvements where neededApply interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with fellow teammates and achieve common goalsWork in a hands-on environment with cross functional teams, at least 50% on floorUtilize project management skills to develop, manage, and control scope, schedule and costYou will also get to:Apply interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with fellow teammates and achieve common goalsWork in a hands-on environment with cross functional teamsUtilize project management skills to develop, manage, and control scope, schedule and costWe are looking for students who are:Highly motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervisionPeople-centric focus with ability to collaborate with all teammates across the organizationStrong initiative, work ethic and levels of enthusiasmDemonstrated technical aptitude in major of studyExcellent communication and presentation skillsMinimum QualificationsTo thrive in this role, you need…To be pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or another applicable major and actively enrolled in the degree program at an accredited universityTo be junior-senior level standing with a GPA of at least 3.0Completed course work in Computer Aided Design (CAD)/AutoCADTo be available to work 40 hours weekly in a 6-month minimum co-op assignmentNo other work experience is required. We will teach you everything you need to know!At Bridgestone, you are Free to BeWe believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they feel safe bringing their chosen version of themselves to work. 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. So, show us what you are made of, because who you are is what we need.What we offerAt Bridgestone, what really matters is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”, for that, we offer you more than just a competitive compensation; we will provide you:A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.Corporate Social Responsibility activities.A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.An effective and inclusive team.Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider all individuals for employment based on their unique merit and without regard to 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 EligibilityIf 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.