C&D Engineer (CP&TB) - 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.

Responsibilities:

• Transfer knowledge to all Electricians (Craftsmen) in order to ensure best maintenance practice for controls and drives systems
• Support the startup of new equipment and ensure on electrical production equipment C&D standards
• Interact with supplier to maintain and troubleshoot electrical equipment
• Maintains professional and technical C&D knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks. Train and participate to the evaluation of electricians in the area
• Maintain an updated C&D documentation in the area (electrical plants, troubleshooting guides,etc…)
• Protection, Creation of Backups and Maintainance of control system software, such as IPC's, PLC's, Drives, Communication Devices, etc.
• Ensures a proper diagnostic of electrical problems, repair and restart of production machineries of the area of responsibility in case of breakdowns
• Manage C&D equipments spare part in cooperation with Purchasing Department
• Ensures the implementation of the local Maintenance strategy (focusing on MaintainME and including SAP PM, interfaces with other departments
• Raise awareness, ensure regular ESH training and provide information about ESH responsibilities and duties

• Master's or Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or other equivalent field
• Over 3 years of Controls and Drives experience in the manufacturing industry, the tires business is an advantage.
• Experience in machine improvement, refurbishment, upgrade or installation projects
• Has participated in Maintenance, Preventive & Predictive Maintenance
• Strong knowledge of beckhoff PLC, Siemens PLC programming, Step7, Tia Portal, Win CC , SAP , PM
• Assertiveness with international contacts through projects, colleagues, and external suppliers
• Ability to read the electrical drawing
• Good at communicating in English.

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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.