Company Overview

Wherever you work and whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name you know that you are a valued teammate who is part of our larger mission to Serve Society with Superior Quality. We start by offering each teammate more than just a salary. We provide formal training, competitive performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build your future. We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole selves to work and know they are supported. 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. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you are made of. Show us the smart stuff, the tough stuff, the bold, beautiful and brave stuff. Because who you are is what we need. Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee and is the U.S. subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone Americas and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer like you to join our amazing Muscatine, IA Manufacturing plant.

The Bandag facility in Muscatine has been in operation for more than 50 years and is where the retread equipment is made that directly supports Bandag retread dealers. Bandag dealers use this equipment in their retread plants to create quality retread tires for fleet customers of all sizes.

As a Lead Electrical Engineer, you will be researching, developing, designing, and testing electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks. In this Lead position you will be recognized subject matter expert in a job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. The problems you will face are difficult and often complex. You will have periodic communication and interaction with leadership.

At Bridgestone Americas we value Diversity. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals, and teams. We are creating a workplace that fosters a culture of acceptance where you are free to be your true self because what we need is who you are. We offer a variety of experiences to help you build the career that matters to you. Apply and join one of our teams to begin a career at Bridgestone Americas. Trust your talent; trust the journey. Be Bridgestone.

Responsibilities

In this role, your primary responsibilities will include:

· Leads large projects or processes of complex scope, with limited oversight from manager.

· Coaches, reviews and delegates work to lower level professionals.

· Assists in the development of operational plan and implements for areas of assigned responsibilities.

· Identifies continuous improvement/automation activities.

· Determines method of research for the planning, design development and testing of electrical equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems for commercial, industrial, and domestic purposes.

· Supports relationships through strong communication and negotiation skills with internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience with a bachelor degree.
• Or 6 years and a master’s degree; or a PhD with 3 years of experience; or equivalent work experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Project Management, PLC Programming, HMI Programming, Control system design via AutoCAD Electrical
• Travel required: Up to 40% - trips should not exceed 3 weeks consecutively.

**We offer a rich benefits package, including Relocation Assistance.**