Central ME Engineer

Central ME Engineer

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for the sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company provides safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machinery, traffic and transport. Continental generated sales of €41.4 billion in 2023 and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 countries and markets.

Guided by the vision of being customers' first choice for material-driven solutions, the ContiTech business sector focuses on development and materials expertise for products and systems made of rubber, plastics, metal, and fabrics. These can also be equipped with electronic components to optimize them functionally for individual services. ContiTech's industrial growth areas are primarily in the energy, agriculture, construction, and surfaces sectors. In addition, ContiTech serves the automotive and transportation industries as well as rail transport.

The Central Manufacturing Engineering (CME) Core Team Member – Automation is responsible for driving automation, and smart manufacturing initiatives across multiple production sites. The role focuses on identifying, developing, and implementing automation solutions that improve safety, quality, productivity, cost efficiency, and manufacturing flexibility.

As a member of the global CME Core Team, this position acts as a expert for industrial automation and supports plants throughout the entire project lifecycle, from concept development and technology evaluation to commissioning and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Master's degree or Bachelor's degree in:

• Automation Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechatronics
• Mechanical Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• or a comparable technical discipline

Professional Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial automation or manufacturing engineering.
• Proven experience in automation project management.
• Experience working in international manufacturing environments.
• Experience with large-scale capital investment projects is preferred.

Preferred Technical Skills

Automation & Controls

• PLC programming (Siemens TIA Portal, Allen Bradley or similar)
• HMI and SCADA systems
• Industrial communication networks (Profinet, Ethernet/IP, OPC UA)
• Motion control and servo technology
• Functional safety systems

Additional Information

We offer you the following advantages:

• A responsible and varied job in a dynamic environment
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Attractive employee benefits and discounts
• Family working atmosphere in a motivated and collegial team