About this role
Responsibilities
• Use finite element analysis and other analytical tools to develop products that meet internal and/or external customer requirements • Support and enhance processes and procedures significant to product development • Translate product requirements into product design features • Work in a team environment towards bringing new product technologies to market • Strong communication skills [written/oral] in presenting data and information to others • Contribute to ideas for new computational tools in the prediction of tire performance • Mentor / coach associates in the development of technical capabilities
Education
• Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree preferred – Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
Requirements
• 6-8 years of progressive experience required using finite element methodologies. • Good knowledge of structural mechanics/dynamics and/or fluid dynamics • Good knowledge of Finite Element Analysis fundamentals, especially nonlinear FEA • Working knowledge of FEA tools such as Abaqus, Ansys etc. • Working knowledge of 3D CAD (SolidWorks, CATIA V5, etc...) software and their applications is preferred • Programming or scripting skills such as Python etc. are considered a plus. • Basic applied statistics, Design of Experiments and multi-regression modeling, cause-and-effect analysis, risk analysis, lean principles • Ability to accomplish assignments in a logical fashion, using existing technology and standardized methodologies • Demonstrates strong analytical skills and innovative problem-solving, emphasizing cooperative teamwork • Ability to form strong working relationships with Goodyear associates (Global & cross-functional) and customers • Effectively communicates and sells ideas related to project requirements and goals • Ability to adapt to new challenges • Develop clear and concise technical reports summarizing highlights and making recommendations for logical next steps
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Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 63,000 people and manufactures its products in 49 facilities in 19 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio, and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg, strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to www.goodyear.com/corporate
Goodyear is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.