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 2023, Continental generated sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 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 DescriptionDevelopment of new technical textile materials for conveyor belts (Polyester, Aramide, Polyamide, etc. constructions)Development of fabric-reinforced rubber technologies Definition of technical specifications and requirements for worldwide locationsSupport serial introduction of new materials, including smpling, lab testing/evaluation, manufacturing, product testingProvide technical expertise, drive knowledge sharing, support in problem-solvingRepresenting central R&D by driving strategic development and ensuring consistent standards across all locations for the field of responsibilityDrive sustainability & innovationIdentify and implement optimization potentials in close cooperation with Purchasing, Platform Development, Product Development, Testing labsLead international, cross-functional projects

QualificationsAcademic degree in Textile Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials ScienceExperience in development of technical textiles (cords, yarns, fabrics)Knowledge of reinforced rubber or plastics products (for example tires, transportation / transmission belts, coated fabrics, etc.) desirableKnowledge in textiles testing methodsStrong analytical skills - problem solving, decision making, data classification, examination of correlations, etc.Strong customer-oriented thinking, ownership, and collaboration skillsSense of urgency in completing projects on time and effectivelyIntercultural fluencyProject management experienceFluent English and Hungarian language skillsApplicants from non-EU countries must possess a valid Hungarian work permit at the time of application

Additional Information

The well-being of our employees is important to us. That's why we offer exciting career prospects and support you in achieving a good work-life balance with additional benefits such as:​

Training opportunities​Mobile and flexible working models​Sabbaticals​and much more...​

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