Our operation is simple – we manufacture tires. But at Yokohama Tire Manufacturing Virginia (YTMV), we see it as moving the world. From the racetrack to Main Street, we put our customer’s destination at the heart of our work, ensuring the millions of tires we produce annually exceed expectations in quality, safety, and environmental consciousness. Rooted in Salem since 1989, we have a history of excellence in both our products and our people.

As the Electrical Engineer – Plant Utilities, you’ll be responsible for the performance and reliability of the systems that keep our operation running. With a strong focus on electrical engineering and compliance, this role requires a professional who can manage complex systems and balance both long-term projects and immediate facility needs. This is a high-impact role for someone who enjoys solving problems, being an innovator, and takes pride in keeping essential systems operating at their best.

Benefit Summary

At YTMV, we know how important it is for employees to feel secure in both their personal and professional life. Not only will you receive a competitive salary, but we have crafted a robust benefits package based on our mission to be the most engaged team in the industry. Here are a few benefits and perks you will receive as a full-time employee:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance at a reasonable cost available to you and your family
• A 50% 401K company match up to 6%, plus an additional 5% put in by the company after 1 year of service
• Paid Time Off and company paid holidays to refresh, recharge, or just enjoy the weather
• Two weeks of paid parental leave for births or adoptions
• Volunteer time off because we encourage making a difference in our community
• Company paid short-term and long-term disability because unexpected things happen
• A relaxed, pleasant work environment with several activities throughout the year including giveaways, free food, and family events
• Three sets of heavily discounted tires per year – we truly believe in our product
• Continuing education assistance to help master your craft

As the Electrical Engineer – Plant Utilities, you’ll play a key role in keeping our operation powered, safe, and efficient. You’ll balance technical expertise with cross-functional collaboration and innovation to ensure our core systems support production without interruption. You will also have a strong, experienced leadership team to partner with as you continue to learn the Yokohama standard of excellence and grow both personally and professionally. In this role, you will:

• Oversee the plant’s electrical power distribution network to ensure safety, reliability, and compliance
• Support daily operations of plant utilities including electrical, steam, water, and compressed air systems
• Conduct assessments of utility systems, identifying opportunities for preventative maintenance and long-term improvements
• Manage portions of the utilities budget, tracking costs and identifying savings opportunities
• Contribute to projects that improve efficiency, reliability, sustainability, and compliance with energy conservation goals
• Interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documents to guide repair, replacement, or upgrades
• Respond to facility needs with a sense of urgency and attention to detail, balancing daily maintenance with long-term planning
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to support a safe and productive work environment

Our ideal candidate would have the following experience and attributes. However, we believe in a culture that recognizes not everyone’s path is the same. If you feel your knowledge and abilities will be successful in this role, we encourage you to apply. 

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Three or more years of experience in facilities, utilities, or power systems management (manufacturing/industrial setting preferred)
• Advanced knowledge of electrical power distribution systems
• Awareness of relevant codes and regulations—NFPA, OSHA, EPA, and local building codes
• Familiarity with Autodesk/AutoCAD and Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills—you can see the root issue and act fast
• A service-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to supporting internal customers
• Comfortable juggling priorities and adapting when conditions shift
• Professional, dependable, and ready to take accountability for big-picture systems

*Based on the experience level of the best-fit candidate, a Senior level associate may be considered.

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Three or more years of experience in facilities, utilities, or power systems management (manufacturing/industrial setting preferred)