Tire R&D & Validation Engineer

Kumho Tire Of Georgia; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kumho Tire Georgia is seeking a Research & Development Engineer to support prototype tire development, OEM tire testing, and product validation. You will work with Production, Quality Assurance, Engineering, and R&D teams in the United States and South Korea to ensure tires meet specifications, track testing, and maintain quality documentation across the development cycle.

The role involves collaboration with international R&D centers, documentation control, and coordination of testing and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a science-related field is required.
• Experience in automotive manufacturing, product testing, engineering, quality assurance, or product development preferred.
• Knowledge of automotive quality systems and Core Tools, including FMEA, Control Plans, and APQP, preferred.
• Experience supporting automotive manufacturer (OEM) audits preferred.
• Ability to review engineering specifications, technical documents, and product testing requirements.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate test results and identify potential quality concerns.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects, testing schedules, and technical requirements simultaneously.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with Production, Quality, Engineering, and R&D teams.
• Bilingual Korean/English proficiency preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate prototype tire production, OEM tire testing, and product inspections.
• Review technical specifications, engineering requirements, and testing procedures to ensure products meet established standards.
• Coordinate tire testing schedules, test requests, and product validation activities.
• Analyze tire testing results, identify potential quality concerns, and communicate findings to appropriate teams.
• Maintain test data, engineering reports, technical documentation, and product testing records.
• Track specification changes and maintain accurate revision histories.
• Support product development activities and testing requirements for new and existing tire products.
• Coordinate tire testing activities and communicate project updates across multiple departments.
• Manage test tire shipments, including product identification, traceability, packing, and shipping documentation.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Organization

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or science-related field

Tools

FMEA

APQP

Control Plans

Job description

Kumho Tire Georgia is seeking a Research & Development Engineer to support prototype tire development, OEM tire testing, and product validation. You will work with Production, Quality Assurance, Engineering, and R&D teams in the United States and South Korea to ensure tires meet specifications, track testing, and maintain quality documentation across the development cycle.

The role involves collaboration with international R&D centers, documentation control, and coordination of testing and