C&D Engineer (Automation)

About the Position

Join Continental as a C&D Engineer (Automation) to maintain and continuously improve electrical production equipment, electrical spare parts, and Controls & Drives systems in the production area. Your role will focus on reducing machine downtime, maintenance costs, and scrap levels.

Responsibilities

• Raise awareness, ensure regular ESH training, and provide information about ESH responsibilities and duties.
• Transfer knowledge to all Electricians (Craftsmen) to ensure best maintenance practice for controls and drives systems.
• Support the startup of new equipment and ensure electrical production equipment Control and Drives standards.
• Interact with suppliers to maintain and troubleshoot electrical equipment.
• Maintain professional and technical Control and Drives knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and establishing personal networks.
• Train and participate in the evaluation of electricians in the area.
• Maintain updated Control and Drives documentation in the area (electrical plants, troubleshooting guides, etc…).
• Protect, create backups, and maintain control system software, such as IPC's, PLC's, Drives, Communication Devices, etc.
• Ensure proper diagnostics of electrical problems, repair, and restart of production machinery in case of breakdowns.
• Manage Control and Drives equipment spare parts in cooperation with the Purchasing Department.
• Ensure the implementation of the local Maintenance strategy (focusing on MaintainME and including SAP PM, interfaces with other departments).
• Support 24/7 troubleshooting required by remote access or on-site to fulfill production plans.
• Ensure and develop Controls & Drives standards for installations or upgrades.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent field.
• Fresh Graduates are welcome to apply.
• Experience with international contacts through projects, colleagues, and suppliers.
• 0-10 years of Controls and Drives (Automation) experience in the manufacturing industry, the tires business is an advantage.
• Experience in machine improvement, refurbishment, upgrade, or installation projects.
• Participation in Maintenance, Preventive & Predictive Maintenance.
• Knowledge of Beckhoff PLC, Siemens PLC programming, Step7, Tia Portal, Win CC, SAP, Beckhoff PLC, Automation Network.
• Ability to read electrical drawings.
• Good communication skills in English.

We Offer

• Free lunch, uniform, and company transportation
• Housing allowance
• Performance bonus
• Provident fund
• Flexible working program
• Family health care program
• Group insurance (medical, dental)
• Inclusive and diverse culture
• Good health and wellness program (e.g., sport clubs, fitness)

About the Company

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000 people in 54 countries and markets. Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental has been delivering top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2025, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.8 billion euros. Continental's tire division employs more than 55,000 people worldwide and has 19 production and 16 development sites.

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