R&D Engineer
JobReq ID:
53912
Type of work:
Hybrid
Type of contract:
Open-ended/permanent
Full/Part Time:
Full time
Location:
ROMA, IT
Job Purpose
Join a global leader in the tire industry as Engineer in our Tire Development Division. You will work in a multicultural, cross-functional team alongside experts in R&D, testing, and manufacturing, contributing to the innovation of high-performance tire products for both regional and global markets.
Responsibilities:
- Support the design, development, and validation of new tire concepts from idea to industrialization.
- Collaborate with simulation and testing teams to optimize tire performance characteristics.
- Analyze test data and iterate design parameters based on performance feedback.
- Statistically evaluate main correlations between input and output and propose robust test plan to deep dive in the assessment.
- Participate in material selection and process feasibility reviews supervised by the team leader.
- Support benchmarking and competitor analysis activities.
- Contribute to sustainability-driven projects within product development.
- Document and communicate technical findings clearly to internal stakeholders.
- Assist in project planning and timeline tracking.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and internal quality systems.
- Work proactively in an international and inclusive team environment.
Qualifications & Experience Required
Education, Master, other certification:
Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or related disciplines, (PhD/MBA is a plus).
Technical Skills:
Basic knowledge of vehicle dynamics, finite element analysis, or material behavior is a plus.
Languages Skills:
Proficient in English; other languages are a plus.
Soft/Behavioral Skills:
Strong interpersonal skills, curiosity, and a collaborative mindset