Development Engineer - Test Driver

Location: US-TX-SAN-ANGELO-PRV-GRND-465C-2230   
Sponsorship Available: No 
Relocation Assistance Available: Yes 

About the Position

This position is responsible for completing the on-vehicle testing needs of tire development programs designed in Goodyear's North American Innovation Center.

Primary Responsibilities

• Coordinate and run tire performance tests (such as wet and dry handling, noise evaluations and ride comfort testing) on passenger and light truck vehicles. Effectively communicate the strength and weaknesses of a tire’s performance with Goodyear’s tire development engineers, project managers and OE vehicle development engineers. Provide quality data in time to meet product development deadlines
• Work on engineering projects to improve safety, quality, and testing efficiencies
• Coordinate and participate in product demonstrations to tire dealers and the media  

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelors of Science degree or higher level in Engineering required
• Co-op experiences preferred
• 2-5 years performance driving experience preferred
• Automotive industry experience preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Basic understanding of automotive functions and vehicle dynamics with an interest in performance test driving
• Knowledge of data acquisition and vehicle instrumentation preferred
• Ability to prioritize and manage time and resources effectively
• Display a high degree of credibility, integrity, and enthusiasm
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Goodyear is one of the world’s largest tire companies. It employs about 64,000 people and manufactures its products in 47 facilities in 21 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 and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to that individual's race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need reasonable accommodation to complete the online application, or any other part of the employment process, please contact the Goodyear Candidate Care Line at 330.796.4500.

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