Tire Engineer Technician

GITI TIRE USA LTD • Richburg, SC

29d • Onsite

About The Position

The R&D Tire Engineering Technician provides technical and logistical support to engineers and chemists within the R&D Center. This role is responsible for inventory management, shipping and receiving, test preparation, experimental tire builds, and light engineering work to support tire development. The position involves hands-on work with equipment, materials, and test sites, and includes some travel as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or vocational school diploma required
• Basic computer skills; familiarity with inventory management and spreadsheets
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities
• Mechanically inclined with experience handling technical equipment
• Results-driven and self-motivated
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel occasionally

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or technical certification in automotive technology, engineering, or a related field
• Experience with tire service equipment or R&D testing environments
• Knowledge of automotive or tire manufacturing industry practices
• Associate degree in a technical field preferred
• Prior experience in a similar role is highly desirable
• Exposure to CAD software is a plus

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory and storage of R&D tires and wheels, including on-site and consignment locations
• Procure and maintain tools, materials, and equipment required for R&D projects
• Conduct and support experimental tire builds
• Manage all shipping and receiving activities for the R&D Center
• Procure competitor tires as required for benchmarking and testing
• Assist engineers with setup and execution of tire field testing and proving grounds programs
• Perform light engineering duties such as tire measurements, data collection, analysis, and reporting
• Assist in the scheduling and logistics of on-site and off-site track testing
• Ensure compliance with operational standards, maintain accurate records, and keep documentation up to date

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED