Controls/Automation Engineer

Continental Group Sector ContiTech; Marysville (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Continental is seeking an Automation Engineer in the United States to drive investments in production equipment and implement automation strategies aligned with plant goals. You will lead automation projects from concept through start-up, support BA reporting requirements, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve intralogistics and manufacturing effectiveness.

A Bachelor’s degree in electrical/mechanical/manufacturing engineering and hands-on PLC experience are required; visa

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical/mechanical/manufacturing engineering or related.
• 2+ years of professional experience in various manufacturing engineering functions including automation.
• Experience developing and implementing automation solutions within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in project management/capital improvements.
• Experience with troubleshooting & programing PLCs (Allen Bradley Siemens).
• Experience in leadership including leading in an ad hoc project team environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure implementation of investments based on Plant mission and goals planning (TPOC/VSD).
• Drive the approval of specifications and eCRs for investments of production equipment.
• Ensure implementation of BA/Plant specific standard production concepts (incl. layout).
• Ensure implementation of BA/Plant specific automation strategy and concepts (incl. Smart Factory) and standards.
• Support the plant in implementation of automation projects and assist in BA reporting requirements.
• Ensure implementation of Sector M&E standards related with production equipment and systems for a specific area of responsibility.
• Ensure implementation of CT standards for installation, start-up, validation, handover and improvement of all production and SC equipment.
• Communicating with lead roles in plant to push continued integration of automation at all levels.
• Performs Gap analysis to identify opportunities on legacy equipment.
• Maintain VSD and other living project documents associated with automation projects.
• Maximizing internal & external customer satisfaction by demonstrating ownership and high-quality results.
• Owning the quality of outputs in the dedicated responsibility area as process member or owner.
• Innovate and/or create solutions to support corporate sustainability strategy.
• Hands-on approach to establish an automation plan based off Hoshin, TPOC, and corporate objectives.
• Implement the appropriate level of technology on production processes to ensure projects on-time and in-budget.
• Hands-on execution of projects from conception to implementation with minimal supervision.
• Assist development of business cases for capital projects.
• Submit RFQ’s and purchase orders as required.
• Manage project timelines and budgets.

Skills

Automation

Leadership

PLC programming

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical/mechanical/manufacturing engineering or related

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Job description

• Legal Entity: ContiTech USA, Inc. (2006)
• Working Time: Full Time

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.

Job Description

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Ensure implementation of investments based on Plant mission and goals planning (TPOC/VSD)
• Drive the approval of specifications and eCRs for investments of production equipment
• Ensure implementation of BA/Plant specific standard production concepts (incl. layout)
• Ensure implementation of BA/Plant specific automation strategy and concepts (incl. Smart Factory) and standards (mechanical; e.g. handling systems, machine loading / unloading systems
• Support the plant in implementation of automation projects and assist in BA reporting requirements
• Ensure implementation of Sector M&E standards related with production equipment and systems for a specific area of responsibility
• Ensure implementation of CT standards for installation, start-up, validation, handover and improvement of all production and SC (i.e. intralogistics) equipment
• Communicating with lead roles in plant to push continued integration of automation at all levels
• Performs Gap analysis to identify opportunities on legacy equipment
• Maintain VSD and other living project documents associated with automation projects
• Maximizing internal & external customer satisfaction by demonstrating ownership, dedication towards ensuring high-quality results and process-orientation
• Owning the quality of all outputs in the dedicated responsibility area as process member or process owner
• Innovate and/or create solutions to support our corporate sustainability strategy
• Hands-on approach to establish an automation plan based off Hoshin, TPOC, and corporate objectives
• Implement the appropriate level of technology on production processes to ensure projects on-time and in-budget
• Hands-on execution of projects from conception to implementation with minimal direct supervision
• Assist development of business cases for capital projects
• Submit RFQ’s and purchase orders as required
• Manage project timelines and budgets

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical/mechanical/manufacturing engineering or related
• 2+ years of professional experience in various manufacturing engineering functions including Automation
• Experience developing and implementing automation solutions with in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in project management/capital Improvements
• Experience with troubleshooting & programing PLCs (Allen Bradley Siemens)
• Experience in a leadership to include leading in an ad hoc project team environment

Visa Sponsorship for Continental/ContiTech employees only

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT

• Experience in rubber and plastic production processes
• 5+ years of Automation and Controls experience in a manufacturing environment

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

EEO-Statement:

EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to [e-mail] or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.