Plant Engineering Electrical

Full time

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

Management Level

Engineering & Science

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our amazing Des Moines, IA Manufacturing plant. This is a hands-on, onsite position in Des Moines, IA and full relocation assistance is being offered. We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role so candidates on OPT, F1 Visas and the like cannot be considered.

Since 1945, the Bridgestone Des Moines plant has produced agricultural, construction, forestry and off-the-road tires. With more than 70 years of history in the community, many of the 1,300 teammates in Des Moines are second or even third-generation teammates.

As an Electrical Engineer, they will be expected to take ownership of their projects with a continuous improvement mindset and passion for integrating new products and innovations to a manufacturing environment. The position will research, develop, design, and test electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks. Not only are these teammates technical experts in their field but are recognized subject matter experts typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. They will also support other teammates with expert advice, project plan reviews, and mentorship.

Engineering design, development, installation, and support. Ladder Logic, Safety PLC programming and HMI design.

• Allen Bradley software Studio/RS Logix 5000, FactoryTalk View Studio and RSLinx Classic/OEM, Asset Center.
• AutoCAD Electrical, Vault, Revit, and other Autodesk suite software.
• Fanuc robotics software and operation. Experience in hardware design: low voltage ()· 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.
• Executes electrical design, UL508 panel construction, machine installation, programming, and startup of systems.
• Evaluates existing processes and equipment and recommends modifications and refinements resulting in cost savings, quality and safety improvements.
• Makes informed recommendations for additions and modifications to new and existing equipment required for manufacturing. Proposes new programs to keep equipment and processes technologically advanced and leading the industry in product quality, productivity, energy efficiency, environmental responsibility and safety.

Project Management

• Leads, plans, organizes and controls major projects.
• Responsible for reaching agreement with customer on cost, schedule and functionality for each new project.
• Responsible for meeting project goals on cost, schedule and functionality.
• Handles multiple projects simultaneously.
• Coordinates the efforts of other engineers, technicians, plant personnel and contractors.
• Responsible for coaching/mentoring other engineers and technicians.
• Responsible for Safety Design Process for all projects.
• Responsible for Contractor Safety for all projects.

Maintenance of Expertise

• Responsible for electrical expertise in multiple areas of the plant.
• Provides training to other engineers, maintenance and plant staff.

Bachelor degree in Engineering or equivalent work experience.

· Project Management, PLC Programming, HMI Design, Electrical Expertise, Rockwell Automation Products, Allen Bradley Software.

We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they feel safe bringing their chosen version of themselves to work. 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; The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.

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.

Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.

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.