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Bridgestone Americas · 3 days ago

NVH Engineer

Akron, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is a subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation, focused on developing and marketing a wide range of products and solutions. They are seeking an NVH Engineer to serve as a Subject Matter Expert, leading initiatives in automotive noise, vibration, and harshness, while enhancing design processes and collaborating with various stakeholders.

Manufacturing

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Enhance our mechanistic understanding of tire noise and vibration generation and transmission

Develop new tools and methods – physical, numerical and analytical - to improve Bridgestone noise and vibration design processes and tools and methods portfolio

Work with different stakeholders in Bridgestone product development team and business to identify opportunities to improve our products and processes and plan and execute to close the technology gaps

Working with the head of attribute team, lead the development, maintenance and execution of our technology and research roadmaps to ensure we maintain our competitive advantage in the areas of NVH

Serve as North Americas NVH SME and work with different stakeholders to solve NVH problems and mentor younger engineers

Work with outside universities and engineering services to scout new ideas, technologies and tools and methods

Qualification

AcousticsVibrationsStructural DynamicsFinite Element AnalysisMATLABPythonData AnalyticsCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsProblem-Solving

Required

Advanced degree in Engineering specializing in Acoustics, Vibrations, and Structural Dynamics

Strong foundation in acoustics and vibrations first principles, coupled with robust and sound engineering knowledge and judgment

Proven track record of engineering problem-solving, utilizing first principles to resolve complex problems, and strong self-motivation to proactively initiate solutions

Ability to develop research and engineering roadmaps for planning and addressing the company's long-term problems and challenges

Background in experimental and physical NVH methods and techniques

Proficiency in computational methods, including Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Proficiency in scripting languages such as MATLAB and Python

Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively engage multiple stakeholders, explain complex NVH topics, and serve as a mentor

Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a bachelor's degree; or 3 years and a master's degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience

Preferred

PhD in Acoustics, Vibrations or structural dynamics

Demonstrated leadership in solving large and complex engineering problems, while collaborating with various technical and business stakeholders

Experience with structured problem-solving methods and techniques

Experience in developing new physical test methods and simulations

Proficiency in data analytics and utilizing engineering data to drive value

Experience with acoustics numerical methods such as BEM, CFD, etc

Benefits

A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.

The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.

Corporate Social Responsibility activities.

A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.

Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.

A diverse and inclusive team.

Company

Bridgestone Americas

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Bridgestone Americas family of enterprises includes more than 50 production facilities and 55,000 employees throughout the Americas. It is a sub-organization of Bridgestone Corporation.

Founded in 1990

Nashville, Tennessee, USA

10001+ employees