OTR Tire Development Engineer – Global R&D

Yokohama TWS; Akron (OH); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision

401K with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Holiday Calendar

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development Assistance

Volunteer Programs

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Yokohama TWS in Akron, OH is seeking an Engineer to join our Technology Center. This role develops and supports off-the-road tires used in mining, port/industrial, and construction applications, within a global product development environment.

You will work with advanced design tools, assist in product optimization, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative OTR solutions that enhance performance and reliability for customers worldwide.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Software knowledge: CAD and basic MS Office tools.
• Technical knowledge: basic stats, cause-effect analysis, risk assessment.
• Soft skills: analytical, problem solving, teamwork and communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support new tire geometry and constructions per company standards.
• Maintain existing OTR products to meet evolving customer needs.
• Contribute to manufacturing quality and process improvements.
• Collaborate with global cross-functional teams for OTR tire development and maintenance.
• Document findings and present to stakeholders across business, marketing, testing, and manufacturing.
• Take on other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Statistical design

Cause-effect analysis

Data interpretation

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor7s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

MS Office

Job description

Yokohama TWS in Akron, OH is seeking an Engineer to join our Technology Center. This role develops and supports off-the-road tires used in mining, port/industrial, and construction applications, within a global product development environment.

You will work with advanced design tools, assist in product optimization, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative OTR solutions that enhance performance and reliability for customers worldwide.