C&D Engineer (CU&FF) - Automation Engineer

Maintains and continuously improves electrical production equipment, electrical spare parts and Controls & Drives systems in the production area in order to reduce machine downtime, maintenance costs and scrap level.

• Maintains and continuously improves electrical production equipment, electrical spare parts and Controls & Drives systems in the production area in order to reduce machine downtime, maintenance costs and scrap level.
• Support the startup of new equipment and ensure electrical production equipment C&D standards.
• Interact with suppliers to maintain and troubleshoot electrical equipment. 
• Issue procedures and work instructions, ensure implementation of measures and maintain controls.
• Ensures a proper diagnosis of electrical problems, repair and restart of production machinery of the area of responsibility in case of breakdowns. Manage C&D equipment spare parts in cooperation with Purchasing Department.
• Ensures the implementation of the local Maintenance strategy (focusing on MaintainME and including SAP PM, interfaces with other departments, ….).
• Identifies, analyses and insures the implementation of potential Controls & Drives improvements (including costs savings, downtime and scrap reduction) on area production machinery in cooperation with other departments (Production, Quality, Purchasing).
• Maintain updated C&D documentation in the area (electrical plants, troubleshooting guides, etc.…).
• Protection, Creation of Backups and Maintenance of the control system software, such as IPC's, PLC's, Drives, Communication Devices, etc. 

• Bachelor of electrical engineering or equivalent field.
• Had an experience with international contacts through projects, colleagues, and suppliers.
• 5 years of Controls and Drives experience in the manufacturing industry, the tires business is an advantage.
• Has knowledge of Beckhoff PLC, Siemens PLC programming, Step7, Tia Portal, Win CC , SAP.
• Has participated in machine improvement, refurbishment, upgrade or installation projects.
• Has participated in Maintenance, Preventive & Predictive Maintenance.
• Ability to read the electrical drawing.
• Good at communicating in English.

Maintains and continuously improves electrical production equipment, electrical spare parts and Controls & Drives systems in the production area in order to reduce machine downtime, maintenance costs and scrap level

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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 2021, Continental generated sales of €33.8 billion and currently employs more than 190,000 people in 58 countries and markets. On October 8, 2021, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary.
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.