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 preliminary sales of €39.7 billion and currently employs around 190,000 people in 55 countries and markets.

Job Description

Join our newly established Global Product & Benchmarking Team, focused on product development and benchmarking for passenger and light truck tires. As an Engineer in this international setup, you will contribute to the successful launch and optimization of tire articles across key markets including EMEA, Americas, and APAC.

 

Your Responsibilities:

 

You will execute the introduction process of new tire articles for pass cars including UHP & LT/SUV´s across global markets.You will be responsible for timely Release Notices and Start of Production in line with agreed launch plans of individual tire lines.You will coordinate the industrialization process with cross-functional teams in R&D, plant PI, Quality and Manufacturing.You will plan and validate experimental tire orders with production plants and Testing departments.You will manage article lifecycle: compound phase-in/out, regulatory updates and quality enhancements.You will support cross-value generating projects and process optimization.You will be maintaining compliance with internal standards and contributing to continuous improvement.

QualificationsUniversity Degree in Engineering or Natural Sciences2+ years in tire development or manufacturingSolid understanding of project or process engineeringExperience working in international /multicultural teams is a strong plusTechnical knowledge: Tire construction and design principlesTire building and manufacturing processesRelease Notices proceduresLegal and regulatory standardsTest methods and material mechanicsSkills & competencies: Advanced english proficiencyStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsQuality and process-oriented mindsetAbility to work flexibly in a global cross-functional team

Additional Information

>    Modern work environment, ergonomic equipment (e.g. personal laptop notebook, adjustable working table). 
>    Innovative atmosphere with open door culture. 
>    Flexible working hours and home office policy.
>    Dynamic jobs with international interfaces. 
>    Freedom to act within position responsibilities - Let your ideas shape the future.
>    Personalized career growth - Regular and continuous training.
>    Remuneration based on performance, experience, achieved results & innovation.
>    Salary bonus system (performance & profit-sharing bonuses).
>    Additional salaries (Holiday & Christmas bonuses).
>    Business trips including significant Travel allowance.
>    Canteen directly in the company (only 1,20€ per menu).
>    Rich social program: relax & wellness activities, children's recreation, sports activities for family members.

Initial salary (depends on experience and skills of the candidate): 
Freshly graduate: TT8: 1 980€ + variable part 
Experienced candidate: TT9: 2 200+ variable part 
Salary increase within the knowledge and experience gained up to 3 000€ gross/monthly and more.

 

 

 

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