Automation/Controls Engineering Technologist

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 preliminary sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 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 42,000 employees in more than 40 countries and sales of some 6.8 billion euros (2023), the global industrial partner is active with core branches in Asia, Europe and North and South America. 
 

Core Responsisabities 

• Support,  implement and maintain automation systems for compounding equipment
•  Troubleshoot PLCs (Siemens and Allen-Bradley)
• Assist with capital spending projects and implementations 
• Work with cross-functional teams for continuous improvement projects
• Support and train maintenance technicians 
• Support TPOC, Gemba and 5S programs

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY
•    Immediate Benefits
•    Paid Time Off
•    Tuition & Employee Discounts
•    Annual Bonus
•    Employer 401(k) Match
 And more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!
 

Basic Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s  degree in Electrical or Mechanical Technology or related field
• 2+ years of hands-on experience working with control systems in a manufacturing environment 
• Experience Allen Bradley and or Siemens PLCs or equivalant PLCs
• Weekend/Afterhours support as needed
• PLC troubleshooting/Automation skills
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and interpersonal)
• Strong Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Visa Sponsorship for Continental employees only 

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 [email protected] 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.

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