Continental · 1 day ago
Automation/Controls Engineer
Continental is a technology company that develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility. The Automation/Controls Engineer will plan, coordinate, and ensure the implementation of plant-level automation projects, focusing on performance improvement and cost-saving initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Ensure implementation of investments based on Plant mission and goals planning (TPOC/VSD)
Drive the approval of specifications and eCRs for investments of production equipment
Ensure implementation of BA/Plant specific standard production concepts (incl. layout)
Ensure implementation of BA/Plant specific automation strategy and concepts (incl. Smart Factory) and standards (mechanical; e.g. handling systems, machine loading / unloading systems
Support the plant in implementation of automation projects and assist in BA reporting requirements
Ensure implementation of Sector M&E standards related with production equipment and systems for a specific area of responsibility
Ensure implementation of CT standards for installation, start-up, validation, handover and improvement of all production and SC (i.e. intralogistics) equipment
Communicating with lead roles in plant to push continued integration of automation at all levels
Performs Gap analysis to identify opportunities on legacy equipment
Maintain VSD and other living project documents associated with automation projects
Maximizing internal & external customer satisfaction by demonstrating ownership, dedication towards ensuring high-quality results and process-orientation
Owning the quality of all outputs in the dedicated responsibility area as process member or process owner
Innovate and/or create solutions to support our corporate sustainability strategy
Hands-on approach to establish an automation plan based off Hoshin, TPOC, and corporate objectives
Implement the appropriate level of technology on production processes to ensure projects on-time and in-budget
Hands-on execution of projects from conception to implementation with minimal direct supervision
Support Equipment design (drawings & specs) ( solidworks, inventor, autocad, etc., )
Assist development of business cases for capital projects
Submit RFQ’s and purchase orders as required
Manage project timelines and budgets
Supervise contractors
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in electrical/mechanical/manufacturing engineering or related
2+ years of professional experience in various manufacturing engineering functions including Automation
Experience developing and implementing automation solutions with in a manufacturing environment
Experience in project management/capital Improvements
Experience with troubleshooting & programing PLCs (Allen Bradley Siemens)
Experience in a leadership to include leading in an ad hoc project team environment
Preferred
Experience in rubber and plastic production processes
5+ years of Automation and Controls experience in a manufacturing environment
Benefits
Immediate Benefits
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance & Employee Discounts
Employer 401(k) Match
Competitive Bonus Programs
Employee Assistance Program
Future Growth Opportunities, including personal and professional
And many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!
Company
Continental
Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
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