RnD Tire Development Engineer Truck & Bus EMEA

We are looking for a Tire Development Engineer Truck & Bus who will take responsibility for the development of commercial truck and bus tires from initial feasibility studies until start of production.

In this role, you will lead product development projects ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives, customer requirements, as well as targets for quality, cost, complexity and timing. You will translate market and customer needs into robust technical specifications and drive product validation, release, and documentation.

You will work closely with R&D, Sales, Quality, and Manufacturing to align technical and production requirements. Additionally, you are supporting the industrialization of new and transferred products, including the introduction of new technologies.

Furthermore, you will ensure the maintenance of article specifications to secure consistent product quality in ongoing production and actively support quality assurance activities and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Mechanical engineering or comparable scientific or engineering education / background
• Minimum 3 years of experience in related fields (as a plus)
• Project management skills (as a plus)
• Self-organization and ability to work with autonomy.
• Strong communication and interaction skills
• Strong team player within intercultural and international environment
• Proactive problem-solving mind-set and willingness to learn
• Committed and self-driven
• Intercultural competency along with clear and open communication abilities that support the growth of diversity
• Solid computer skills and Office tools.
• English language skills required (written and spoken);
• Portuguese language skills (as a plus)
• Availability for travelling internationally 

• Integration in a challenging and international work environment, featured by the existence of state-of-the-art technologies;
• Local employment contract with attractive remuneration package and benefits
• Continuous professional training and excellent possibilities of personal and professional development.
• Legal authorization to work in Europe is required.

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Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

With its premium portfolio in the car, truck, bus, two-wheel and specialty tire segment, the Tires group sector stands for innovative solutions in tire technology. Intelligent products and services related to tires and the promotion of sustainability complete the product portfolio. For specialist dealers and fleet management, Tires offers digital tire monitoring and tire management systems, in addition to other services, with the aim of keeping fleets mobile and increasing their efficiency. With its tires, Continental makes a significant contribution to safe, efficient and environmentally friendly mobility.