Electrical Engineer (closed)

Title

Description

Goodyear, headquartered in Akron, Ohio, is one of the world's leading manufacturers of tires, with one of the most recognized brand names across the globe.  Together with its international subsidiaries and joint ventures, Goodyear manufactures and markets tires for most applications. Goodyear owns several brands in North America, including Goodyear, Dunlop, and Kelly, and a number of brands in Europe, Asia, and Latin America. 

The company distributes passenger, commercial, and off-the-road tires through company-owned retail outlets, independent retailers, and mass retailers.  In addition, it operates more than 1,800 tire and auto service center outlets. Goodyear also manufactures and sells rubber-related chemicals for various applications.

With revenues of $18.8 billion for 2010, Goodyear employs about 72,000 associates worldwide, with more than 56 manufacturing facilities in 22 countries.

We are looking for qualified Electrical Engineers for our NAT Manufacturing Plants.  The primary purpose of this position is to improve the safety, quality, and productivity of the manufacturing process through electrical and software upgrades.  These upgrades include PLC controls, AC Variable Frequency Drives, Servo Motion Control, and both AC and DC motor circuits.  As part of the upgrade process, financial justifications and projected paybacks must be calculated.  This position is also responsible for documentation and software back-ups.  In addition, you will communicate with both leadership and floor technicians on a daily basis and requires the ability to work in a fast paced manufacturing environment that typically operates 7 days/week and 24 hours/day. 

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering is required.  Desired computer skills include PLC programming, Microsoft Office, CAD software, and SAP.

Information about Goodyear, including the 2010 annual report, is available at www.goodyear.com.

Requirements

•  Bachelor degree in electrical engineering
• PEO designation
•  Previous experience in Pre Start Health and safety reviews
•  Five to ten years of previous working experience in machine design and project management within an industrial environment.
• Experience with the  Electrical Standards Authority
• Related experience in maintenance.
• Experience with computer software to quickly analyze and articulate the cost benefits of alternatives
• Working knowledge of CAD programs, PLCs and drives. Knowledge of ControLogixs is an asset. .
•  Effective communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Possess an achievement record of demonstrating advanced diagnostic and problem solving capabilities.
• 1-2 years of manufacturing experience (operations, quality or engineering).
• Proven ability to lead associates through coaching and mentoring.
• Candidates should be highly energized and self-motivated with experience working with teams to implement change and be adept at communicating with all levels to get everyone on board.

Tasks

• "Drive continuous improvement in our equipment and process as well as providing support for our maintenance team.
• "Manage engineering capital budget and equipment reliability.
• "Develop and manage clearly defined deliverables for team scorecard.
• "Serve as the "champion" for all activities and work with leadership across the business to train, communicate, standardize, sustain and facilitate the implementation of engineering changes.
• "Build strong and positive working relationships with all functional areas across the plant.
• "Develop strategies for improvement in a participative, non-union environment.
• "Conduct all activities and behave in a method that is strictly consistent with the Company's Code of Conduct and applicable local legislation.

Type

Full-time

Location

ON, Napanee

To apply:

http://www.candidatecare.com/srccsh/RTI.home?r=2000011667510&d=goodyear2.candidatecare.com