Sr Mechanical Engineer

Continental Industry; Wahpeton (ND); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Continental is seeking a design-focused engineer to design, develop, and implement mechanical equipment and automated machinery for new and existing products. You will plan and maintain mechanical engineering projects to meet plant objectives while driving continuous improvement of processes.

This full-time role operates during regular business hours with on-call availability and occasional travel. You will collaborate with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering to ensure safe,

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in industrial or mechanical engineering and 5–10 years of experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to apply safety policies and maintain safe work areas in a production setting.
• Proven problem-solving skills and collaboration with production, maintenance, and quality teams.

Responsibilities

• Translate production and product requirements into mechanical concepts, designs, and automated equipment solutions.
• Develop and implement equipment and automated machinery to improve safety, ergonomics, quality, and efficiency.
• Lead projects from concept through implementation, including planning, design, testing, procurement and installation.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering to ensure manufacturability and performance.
• Document and control equipment performance, initiating corrective actions and continuous improvement.

Skills

Industrial engineering

Analytical thinking

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. Degree in industrial or mechanical engineering

Job description

Company Description

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €39.7 billion in 2024 and currently employs around 95,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

Company Description

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €39.7 billion in 2024 and currently employs around 95,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

ContiTech is one of the world’s leading industry specialists. The Continental group sector offers its customers connected, environment-friendly, safe and convenient industry and service solutions using a range of materials for off-highway applications, on rails and roads, in the air, under and above the ground, in industrial environments, for the food sector and the furniture industry. With about 39,000 employees in more than 40 countries and sales of some 6.4 billion euros (2024), the global industrial partner is active with core branches in Asia, Europe and North and South America.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY: Design, develop, and implement mechanical equipment and automated machinery to support new and existing products. Plan, implement, and maintain mechanical engineering projects and activities in order to meet plant objectives while initiating and supporting continuous improvement of relevant processes.

This position is full-time during regular business hours and is on-call when necessary. Some travel may be required for this position.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Translate production and product requirements into actionable mechanical concepts, designs, and automated equipment solutions.
• Design, develop, and implement equipment and automated machinery according to sound engineering standards and lean principles, supporting necessary industrialization activities while improving safety, ergonomics, quality, and manufacturing efficiency. Prepare feasibility studies, cost analyses, and equipment recommendations to support capital investment and process improvement initiatives.
• Develop and lead engineering projects from concept through implementation, including planning, design, testing, procurement, installation, validation, production handoff, and continuous improvement activities. Evaluate overall performance, analyze results, and implement corrective actions as required.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering personnel to ensure equipment designs and manufacturing solutions meet operational requirements and support manufacturability objectives.
• Ensure the installation, start-up, validation, and production handoff of manufacturing equipment and automated systems in accordance with established standards and production control requirements.
• Maintain documentation and records for purposes of monitoring, analyzing, and reporting equipment, process, and project performance, initiating and implementing corrective actions and continuous improvement measures as needed

Qualifications

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE:

• B.S. Degree in industrial or mechanical engineering required.
• 5-10 Years of industrial experience in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Works safely and keeps work area clear of potential hazards, knows and understands company EHS policies.
• Knowledge of operating methods and procedures as they relate to their department.
• Demonstrated ability to perform assigned job functions in a manner which will consistently meet supervisor expectations.
• Deals effectively and cooperatively with established policies and procedures. Interfaces and cooperates with first line supervision effectively.
• Analytical thinking to introduce new innovations to production processes

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.

Additional Information

THE ENVIRONMENT

• Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures / guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as… (i.e., safety glasses, safety shoes, gloves etc).
• The job is within a non-climate-controlled environment where you will be exposed to temperature swings (hot/cold), forklift and pedestrian traffic, and noise.
• The role involves various physical tasks, including lifting and operating machinery, with comprehensive training provided.

Physical Requirement

• Occasional Stand, Drive,
• Occasional demands of wrist movement, grasping, lifting and fine manipulations
• Frequent Sitting, Walking
• Constant vision demands

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