Product Design Engineer

Company Overview

Firestone Airide, specializes in air spring manufacturing and technology with a history of more than 80 years of research and development on technologically advanced air springs for the global marketplace. Firestone engineers air springs and related products for commercial trucks and trailers, cars, sport utility vehicles, light trucks, mini vans, motor homes, buses, agricultural equipment, rail and industrial applications. 

Engineering & Science

We are looking for a talented and driven Product Design Engineer to join our team in developing next-generation air spring systems for OEM automotive applications. This mid-level role is ideal for an engineer with a passion for product development, a strong mechanical design background, and experience in the automotive industry.

• Design and develop air spring components and assemblies from concept through production, ensuring alignment with OEM requirements.
• Generate and maintain 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, and engineering documentation using industry-standard tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain.
• Conduct design reviews, DFMEA, and tolerance stack-ups to ensure robust and manufacturable designs.
• Support prototype builds, testing, and validation activities in collaboration with internal labs and external partners.
• Interface directly with OEM customers to understand technical requirements and provide engineering support.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and root cause analysis for field and production issues.
• Travel to plants, supplier locations, and more up to 15% or so
• Other duties as assigned​

• Experience with elastomeric and composite materials.
• Proficiency in 3DExperience CATIA
• Knowledge of air spring dynamics, NVH, and vehicle integration.
• Exposure to simulation tools (FEA, CFD) is a plus.
• Experience working with global teams and Tier 1/Tier 2 suppliers.

**Candidates must already be located in or around the Nashville, TN area**

Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience.

Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., CATIA, NX, or SolidWorks).

Strong understanding of GD&T, DFMEA, and DVP&R processes.

Familiarity with automotive OEM development cycles and quality standards.

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

What we offer

At Bridgestone, what really matters is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”, for that, we offer you more than just a competitive compensation; we will provide you:

• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
• The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.
• A diverse and inclusive team.

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity 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.