Electrical Engineer Co-op Summer/Fall 2027

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM) and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA) operate collectively as the “Bridgestone West” strategic region, serving teams across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. As subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, we develop, manufacture, and market Bridgestone, Firestone, and associate brand products and solutions for a broad range of customers and industries.

About the role

Engineers at Bridgestone drive innovation in the world's largest tire and rubber company. Our Co-Op program offers hands-on experience on meaningful projects, networking opportunities with engineers across the organization, and the chance to make a lasting impact while developing lifelong skills and competencies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy machinery and equipment to execute and improve processes.
• Program and integrate industrial controls hardware and software for new and existing machines.
• Learn and apply PLC programming techniques and AutoCAD Electrical.
• Utilize key electrical manufacturing tools and systems; suggest improvements as needed.
• Support process engineering in areas such as compound, component, curing process, or uniformity analyses.
• Assist in the safe design, procurement, installation, debug, start-up, and operation of plant equipment and projects.
• Utilize software and standards for accurate creation, revision, and organization of documents and distribution controls in product design.

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering or another applicable major, actively enrolled in an accredited university.
• Sophomore-senior level standing with a GPA of at least 3.0.
• Completed coursework in Computer Aided Design (CAD)/AutoCAD.
• Available to work 40 hours weekly in a 6-month minimum co-op assignment.

Benefits

• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience.
• Opportunities for development and growth through training and regular mentorship.
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• A global, dynamic, and challenging work environment.
• Agility and work/life effectiveness, with a focus on long-term well-being.
• An effective and inclusive team.