Product Development Engineer - PLT OE

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

SG 10/11

• Lead tire development projects for Original Equipment (OE) customers design a product that meets all internal customer and external requirements utilizing all relevant Continental tools/databases/portals. 
• Develop/execute design strategies for future OE tire development projects. 
• Plan organize and support serial production release including the preparation of all internal release documents test reports and risk analyses. Support and resolve design related manufacturing issues during this phase. 
• Plan organize support and attend OE tire development project kickoff and prebuilds in plant when needed ensuring good communication and synergies between design and manufacturing processes. 510 travel time) 
• Plan organize support and execute OE tire development test plans using OE customer specific test methods when needed. 
• Plan organize support and execute virtual test plans (simulation) using standardized internal methods. 
• Continuously compare test and simulation results with requirements and incorporate learnings into design strategy.  
• Support activities with all internal and external stakeholders to ensure flawless launch of OE tires. 
• Support plant organization in the maintenance and updating of serials specifications meeting all internal customer and external requirements. 
• Lead/support tire line development activities and/or technology projects as needed. 
• Continuously share and look for learning opportunities in tire science using internal and external resources particularly related to areas impacting tire performances required by customers. 
• Share lessons learned with crossfunctional team members to prevent repeat quality issues and improve the development process. 

Qualifications :

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

• Bachelors degree in Engineering or related sciences
• 2 years Product or Technology Development Experience
• Experience in project management.
• Presentation experience using Microsoft Office.
• Fluent in English language(spoken and written).
• Legal Authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job opening.
• Continental is able to pay relocation expenses for this opportunity.

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT

• 5 years related professional experience
• Tire Development experience
• Masters degree in Engineering or related sciences
• PowerBI or Tableau experience
• Experience with FE (Finite Elements)

Additional Information :

THE PERKS 

• Immediate Benefits 
• Robust Total Rewards Package
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discounts including tire discounts
• Competitive Bonus Programs
• Employes 401k Match
• Diverse & Inclusive Work Environment with 20 Employee Resource groups.
• Hybrid Work 
• Employee Assistance Program
• Future Growth Opportunities including personal and professional
• And many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

EEOStatement:

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime