Trek Bicycle Corp Waterloo , WI 53594
Posted 1 week ago
A bit about us
Trek is an awesome place to work, with amazing benefits for all employees. We build only products we love, provide incredible hospitality to our customers, and change the world by getting more people on bikes. When you're on our team, you're taken care of, encouraged to learn and grow, and given lots of opportunities to do so. Give us your best, and we'll give it right back. Sound pretty sweet? Then come join us!
Job Description
We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced tire engineer to develop the best road, city, and mountain bike tires in the world. Use your technical expertise to design, prototype, and develop new products in both R&D and production projects. Work as a team to create the next generation of tires that will have a big impact on the cycling industry.
Responsibilities
Plan and perform engineering research, design, testing, and development tasks for Bontrager tire products of varying complexity in a team environment
Learn, create, and implement engineering tools that will enable you and your teammates to be successful in creating best-in-class tires
Create and develop engineering specification packages that effectively communicate to internal and external partners to ensure products meet given project parameters
Effectively balance multiple projects, responsibilities, and tasks simultaneously
Translate customer/rider feedback into specifications for tire tread design, compounds, and constructions
Coordinate engineering activities with domestic / foreign design teammates
Travel as necessary both domestically and internationally (typically Taiwan and Europe)
Develop collaborative relationships with vendors and work with them to develop new bicycle tire technologies
Stay informed of new technology through technical publications and seminars
Work in conjunction with Trek racing teams to develop appropriate Bontrager and Trek products that perform at the highest level
Conducting patent searches and perform idea generation
Provide expertise to bike groups, athletes, marketing, and other internal customers
Required Skills
Experience in tire development including tire compounds, tread design, and constructions
Proficient mechanical aptitude and product design experience
Candidates should be self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced team environment
Detail oriented with proficient planning skills, initiative, and accountability
Excellent communication skills, able to interact effectively with domestic and international teammates
Ability to interpret data and solve complex problems
Positive attitude that fosters continuous improvement and flexibility
Computer aided engineering skills including solid modeling, simulation programs and advanced mathematical modeling and analysis programs
Competent computer database, spreadsheet, presentation, and word processing abilities
Additional Skills And Knowledge
Passion for and knowledge of high-performance bicycle tires
In depth knowledge and experience developing rubber compounds for high end tires
In depth knowledge of tread design for off-road tires
Knowledge of high-end tire materials and constructions, and how these influence performance
Passion for sustainability and interest in working with vendors to make our products eco friendly
Experience owning a tire product design from initial concept through production implementation
Experience with statistics, advanced mathematical modeling, and analysis programs such as FEA and CFD
Understanding of tire testing and analysis of testing results to further develop products
Education And Training
5-10 years' experience in an engineering related field focused on R&D and product development
Bachelor's degree, tire engineering, materials science, or equivalent
Post graduate studies in an engineering related field is a plus
Trek Benefits:
Flexible and fun company culture
Competitive health care
PPO & HDHP medical plan options, Dental insurance, Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Free life insurance & optional term life insurance
Competitive vacation package
401(k) with match and Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOP)
12 weeks of maternity leave with 100% pay
Flexible holiday schedule - 10 company holidays
Tuition Reimbursement up to $15,000! (Undergraduate & Masters programs)
Employee discounts on all product
Deep partner retail discounts
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer. Trek strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.
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