Electrical Engineer

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

Company Overview

Bridgestone 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.

Business Unit

BAMG - Aiken ORR Management Level Individual Contributor

Job Category

Engineering & Science

Position Summary

The Electrical Engineering position researches, develops, designs, and tests electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks. An Experienced Professional position applies practical knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. This position must be able to work independently with general supervision and may influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies and practices. Problems faced are difficult but typically not complex.

Responsibilities

• Modify existing equipment as per production or tech service requests for continuous improvement / automation activities.
• Supports relationships through strong communication and negotiation skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage contractor(s) and assigned service technician and work with service technicians and plant management to improve equipment to meet specifically defined goals on uptime and productivity.
• Designs, develops, and supervises all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery. Work with equipment designers and vendors by providing clear communication and technical specifications in order to get the most of any requests. Supports relationships through strong communication and negotiation skills with internal and external stakeholders. Manage capital and expense budgets in order to meet plant objectives. Strong work ethic and self-starter Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field and a minimum of 3 years of related experience. Skills: Strong experience with Rockwell ControlLogix processors and supporting remote IO topology and programming thru Studio 5000. Program PLCs from scratch as well fluent in supporting production and maintenance thru modifications and troubleshooting of equipment control systems. Experience with Allen Bradley Variable Frequency and Servo drives thru programming and troubleshooting. Familiar with industrial ethernet communication and machine network layout. Familiar with equipment safety thru hardware design / component selection, equipment risk assessment process as well as NFPA 70E.

Skills

• Strong experience with Rockwell ControlLogix processors and supporting remote IO topology and programming thru Studio 5000.
• Program PLCs from scratch as well fluent in supporting production and maintenance thru modifications and troubleshooting of equipment control systems.
• Experience with Allen Bradley Variable Frequency and Servo drives thru programming and troubleshooting.
• Familiar with industrial ethernet communication and machine network layout.
• Familiar with equipment safety thru hardware design / component selection, equipment risk assessment process as well as NFPA 70E.

At Bridgestone

Free to Be We 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 offer

At 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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 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.

Based in Nashville Tennessee, Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation, the world’s largest tire and rubber company. Bridgestone Americas and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand tires to address the needs of a broad range of customers, including consumers, automotive and commercial vehicle original equipment manufacturers, and those in the agricultural, forestry and mining industries. The companies are also engaged in retreading operations throughout the Western Hemisphere and produce air springs, roofing materials, and industrial fibers and textiles. The Bridgestone Americas family of companies also operates the world’s largest chain of automotive tire and service centers. Guided by its global corporate social responsibility (CSR), commitment Our Way to Serve, Bridgestone embraces its responsibility as a global leader by striving to improve the way people move, live, work and play.