Chemical Engineer
Company: Bridgestone
Location: Lake Charles
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Company Overview Firestone Polymers, LLC is headquartered in
Lake Charles, LA and manufactures polymers and synthetic rubber in
our world-class ISO 9001:2015, 14001:2015 registered plant located
in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Firestone's unique anionic
polymerization technology allows production of high purity, high
molecular weight polybutadiene and a wide range of block, random,
and vinyl modified styrene-butadiene copolymers. These products are
sold around the world for use in tires, impact modification of
plastics and hot melt adhesives. Statistical process control is
used in every step of the operation. Firestone Polymers, LLC is a
subsidiary of Bridgestone Americas, a division of Bridgestone
Corporation, the world's largest tire and rubber company. Job
Category Engineering & Science Position Summary This position is
onsite at our Lake Charles, LA facility M-F. Candidates within a
commutable distance to Lake Charles, LA are preferred. We are
unable to offer sponsorship for this role. The Chemical Engineering
position researches, designs, develops, and implements chemical
reactions used in processes that convert raw materials or chemicals
into more useful or valuable forms. An Experienced Professional
position applies practical knowledge of job area typically obtained
through advanced education and work experience. This position must
be able to work independently with general supervision and may
influence others within the job area through explanation of facts,
policies and practices. Problems faced are difficult but typically
not complex. Responsibilities • Works on chemical engineering
problems of moderate scope and assists with projects or processes
while receiving general instructions from higher level
professionals • Applies research to the planning, design
development and testing of chemical engineering systems,
instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines • Designs chemical
plant equipment and processes for the manufacture of chemical
products such as gasoline, synthetic rubber, plastics, detergents,
cement, paper, and pulp • Determines most effective arrangement of
operations such as mixing, crushing, heat transfer, distillation,
oxidation, hydrogenation, and polymerization • Other duties as
assigned Minimum Qualifications Typically requires a bachelor’s
degree in a related Engineering discipline and a minimum of 2 years
of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or
equivalent work experience 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.
Keywords: Bridgestone, Lake Charles , Chemical Engineer, Engineering , Lake Charles, Louisiana
