Company Overview

Wherever you work and whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name you know that you are a valued teammate who is part of our larger mission to Serve Society with Superior Quality. We start by offering each teammate more than just a salary. We provide formal training, competitive performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build your future. We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole selves to work and know they are supported. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you are made of. Show us the smart stuff, the tough stuff, the bold, beautiful and brave stuff. Because who you are is what we need. Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee and is the U.S. subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone Americas and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Solution Architect like you to join our Computer Integrated Manufacturing team.

In this role, you will help drive and support Bridgestone’s technological transformation in line with Industry 4.0, focusing on Connected Factory and Connected Products by working in close collaboration across Manufacturing, Product Development, and QA under the new West organization to build partnerships and alignment, implement new application initiatives/projects, and improve user experiences.

Responsibilities

Developing and proposing innovative and cost-effective solutions that leverage the latest technologies, such as IoT, automation, analytics, and cloud computing, to optimize tire design, production, testing, and supply chain operations.

Collaborating with various stakeholders, such as business analysts, engineers, developers, vendors, and executives, to ensure alignment and integration of the proposed solutions with the existing systems and infrastructure.

Overseeing the implementation, testing, and deployment of the solutions and providing technical support and guidance throughout the project lifecycle.

Evaluating the performance and impact of the solutions, and recommending improvements or enhancements as needed.

Communicate and present to users/stakeholders at various levels within an organization and across the globe.

Provide subject matter expertise by being up to date on industry trends of IIoT, Industry 4.0, and Smart Manufacturing

Identify alternative architectural approaches and formulate recommendations based on economic analysis and business requirements.

Manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously without disruption in deliverables.

Understanding the business requirements and challenges of the tire industry, such as market trends, customer demands, production processes, quality standards, and regulatory compliance.

Provide strong economic, analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving ability.

Typically requires a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, engineering, or a related field, with 8 years of proven experience in solution architecture methodologies and frameworks.

A solid background and experience in the tire or rubber industry, with a thorough knowledge of the tire design, production and QA processes, challenges, and best practices.

A creative and analytical mindset, with the ability to design and implement solutions that meet business objectives and solve business problems.

Experience in defining and analyzing business requirements, technology architecture design, or systems integration.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and persuasively with different audiences, such as business users, technical teams, and senior management.

Knowledgeable on tools and capabilities that dictate the integration of IT- OT: Databases, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Architecture, IT Systems Architecture, and DevOps Best Practices for Scaling Managed Services.

Applicable knowledge of defining, deploying, and maintaining ETL/ELT operations for large scale, multi-asset manufacturing plants

Experience working in complex enterprise environments with a grasp of Industry 4.0 principles.

Experience in designing applications for business process workflows or implementing IT projects.

Ability to work remotely and manage time/tasks independently.

Ability and desire to travel as required based on client requirements.

We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals, and teams. If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage to apply.

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Employment Eligibility

If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.