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Akron, OH, USA
Senior Compound Engineer
Location: Akron, OH
Full-Time | Industry: Automotive Manufacturing
Experience Level: Mid-Senior (7+ Years)
Compensation: $101,000 $160,000
Relocation Assistance Provided | No Visa Sponsorship
About the Role
An automotive industry leader is seeking a Senior Compound Engineer with deep experience in OEM tire compound development . In this high-impact role, youll lead the development and optimization of tire compounds, collaborating with R&D, plant engineering, and global teams to meet rigorous customer performance standards for both OEM and replacement markets.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and optimize new tire compounds to achieve customer-specific performance targets.
Maintain and enhance performance of existing compound formulations .
Design and conduct lab studies to evaluate new material technologies and support continuous innovation.
Perform forensic analyses on new and in-use...