Automation Engineer - Manufacturing Technology Digital Solutions

Lousado , Portugal
full-time

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Support the roll-out of Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions across tire production, contributing to digitalization and Industry 4.0 projects globally.

As part of our Manufacturing Technology Engineering (MTE) organization, our Solution Development Center team develops, implements and supports automation solutions for our tire plants worldwide.

By joining the Support & Consulting team, you will be responsible for the roll-out and support of Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions in manufacturing areas of tire production in all 20 Continental Tire plants around the world.

You will be part of a motivated engineering team supporting digitalization and Industry 4.0 projects and activities on global scale.

Key responsibilities: 

  • Development and maintenance of services which interact directly with PLCs;
  • Develop and implement software PLC to integrate different machine type;
  • Development and maintenance of OPC UA configuration files;
  • Analysis of PLC programs (Beckhoff, Siemens, Allen-Bradley) to prepare integration with IT solutions using OPC UA;
  • Provide 2nd level support, ensuring the continuous availability of the solutions developed;
  • Remote and occasional on-site support of 20 tire plants (Europe, USA, Mexico, Brazil, Malaysia, Thailand,…).

Are you a passionate software developer with affinity to automation and who is interested in IIoT solutions? We will be happy to welcome you in our Manufacturing Technology Digital Solutions.

  • Academic degree in Automation, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, or other related qualification;
  • +2 years of professional experience as an automation engineer (preferably Siemens TIA Portal, Beckhoff or similar);
  • Experience with OPC UA;
  • Proficient English language skills (verbal and written);
  • Independent and solution-oriented mindset;
  • Reliable team player with structured workstyle, focused on continuous learning;
  • Willingness to  travel worldwide (up to 20%).
  • Integration in a dynamic and international work environment;
  • Flexible working model;
  • Collaborative working style;
  • Continuous opportunities for the promotion of talent and training.

We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued. All kind of applications are welcome.

Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.

Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Flexible Work Hours: Flexible working model

Continental desarrolla tecnologías y servicios vanguardistas para la movilidad sostenible e interconectada de personas y bienes. Fundada en 1871, la empresa de tecnología ofrece soluciones seguras, eficientes, inteligentes y asequibles para vehículos, máquinas, tráfico y transporte. En 2021, Continental generó ventas por 33 800 millones de euros y actualmente emplea a más de 190 000 personas en 58 países y mercados. El 8 de octubre de 2021, la empresa celebró su 150 aniversario.El sector del grupo Automotive incluye tecnologías para sistemas de seguridad pasiva, frenos, chasis, movimiento y control de movimiento. La cartera también cuenta con soluciones innovadoras para la conducción asistida y automatizada, tecnologías de visualización y operación, soluciones de audio y cámara para el interior del vehículo, así como con tecnología inteligente de información y comunicación para los servicios de movilidad de operadores de flotas y fabricantes de vehículos comerciales. La gama de productos y servicios se completa con actividades integrales relacionadas con tecnologías de conectividad, electrónica de vehículos y computadoras de alto rendimiento.

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