Digital Services Engineer

Continental; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medimed Medical Aid

Provident Fund (Company contributes 10

Tyre Purchase discount

Long service awards

Study Assistance and Bursaries

Job summary

Continental is seeking a skilled electrical/engineering professional to support industrial IT interfaces and automation systems across production areas. The role emphasizes standardising software on IPCs, backup/restore processes, and remote access management.

You will train engineers on MES IT interfaces and related systems, contributing to digital service and cybersecurity compliance. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering or equivalent and 5+ years in C&D engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years C&D engineering experience in production industry.
• Experience in several machine improvement projects, refurbishment, upgrade or installation projects.

Responsibilities

• Specialises in Industrial control systems and IT interface systems in various production areas within the Plant.
• Support function to all Engineering units, providing industrial software support and system enhancements ensuring adherence to Digital Service, Cybersecurity, IT interfacing and Automation standard processes.
• Management and ensuring standardisation of software installed on Industrial Computers (IPCs) including Backup and restore procedures, remote access administration and support change management.
• Transfers knowledge and conducts 1st level support training, on MES IT interfaces and related systems to relevant MTE Engineering personnel.

Skills

Industrial software support

IPCs administration

Education

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Specialises in Industrial control systems and IT interface systems in various production areas within the Plant.
Support function to all Engineering units, providing industrial software support and system enhancements ensuring adherence to Digital Service, Cybersecurity, IT interfacing and Automation standard processes in their area, with direct interface to Cental Engineering Teams.
Management and ensuring standardisation of software installed on Industrial Computers (IPCs) including Backup and restore procedures, remote access administration and support change management.
Transfers knowledge and conducts 1st level support training, on MES IT interfaces and related systems to relevant MTE Engineering personnel.

Additional Information

Medimed Medical Aid – with 3 options to choose from with the Company subsidising 50% of the cost

Provident Fund – 2 options to choose from with the Company contributing an additional 10.5% towards it.

Tyre Purchase discount for up to 8 tyres a year

Long service awards payments from 5 years of loyal service

Study Assistance and Bursaries

Qualifications

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering or equivalent
>5 years C&D engineering experience in production industry

Experience in several machine improvement projects, refurbishment, upgrade or installation projects

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 2020, Continental generated sales of €37.7 billion and currently employs more than 192,000 people in 58 countries and markets. On October 8, 2021, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary. With its premium portfolio in the car, truck, bus, two-wheel and specialty tire segment, the Tires business area stands for innovative top performance in tire technology. Services for dealers and fleet management as well as digital tire monitoring and management systems are further areas of focus. The aim is to contribute to safe, economical and sustainable mobility.

At Continental, each of us take personal ownership for creating an inclusive culture. Our behaviours and personal contribution drive a culture of connectedness and we encourage an environment in which our people share their perspectives courageously to drive operational excellence. With us, everyone has an equal opportunity to grow, develop and live into their professional potential. Come and work for us and let your ideas shape the future!