Controls /Automation Engineer

Company Description

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2024, Continental generated sales of €39.7 billion and currently employs around 190,000 people in 55 countries and markets. Guided by the vision of being the customer's first choice for material-driven solutions, the ContiTech group sector focuses on development competence and material expertise for products and systems made of rubber, plastics, metal, and fabrics. These can also be equipped with electronic components in order to optimize them functionally for individual services. ContiTech's industrial growth areas are primarily in the areas of energy, agriculture, construction, and surfaces. In addition, ContiTech serves the automotive and transportation industries as well as rail transport.

About the role

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Assist in programming, configuring, and troubleshooting Siemens PLCs and HMIs for mixing/compounding equipment
• Support troubleshooting of control systems, drives, and instrumentation to reduce downtime
• Help maintain documentation of control programs and wiring diagrams
• Collaborate with engineers on equipment installations and process improvements
• Learn and apply safety standards and company policies in all tasks
• Support capital spending projects and implementations of new equipment
• Aid in the implementation of Factory Talk and other automation software
• Work with cross-functional teams for continuous improvement projects
• Support and train maintenance technicians
• Support TPOC, Gemba, and 5S programs
• Train and coach on Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Camline, Iconics, WiriTec, among others, depending on the implementation package

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, automation, Controls Automation, mechatronics, or related engineering field
• 2+ years’ experience with control systems in a manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of electrical schematics and industrial networks
• Strong working knowledge of PLCs, Allen Bradley, Siemens
• Strong willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of industrial safety standards
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Willing to work on equipment and support the production and maintenance teams
• Demonstrated competency in basic use of hand tools, including multimeters
• Intermediate knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite
• The ability to work support nights and weekend shifts as needed

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job posting.