Electrical Engineer

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Sumter, SC, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Automotive • Manufacturing
The Role
Manage electrical projects from budgeting and procurement through installation and startup in a manufacturing plant. Troubleshoot and support maintenance equipment, review electrical designs and capital projects, maintain drawings and spare-parts records, oversee installations, coordinate training, and ensure production readiness. The role also requires project management, safety and environmental compliance, equipment improvement, and collaboration with internal and external engineering teams.
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Company Description

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €39.7 billion in 2024 and currently employs around 95,000 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.  

 

Job Description

YOUR TASKS

In this role, you will budget, procurement, installation, start-up of Electrical Projects in the plant. Provide assistance in troubleshooting problem equipment within the Maintenance Department. Insure all drawings/prints are kept updated, all new equipment spare parts are set-up. Maintain plant interest in all projects for which outside or internal engineering in designing, procuring and starting up is required.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

  • Budget, install, and procure the start-up of electrical projects in the plant
  • Provide assistance in problem-solving and troubleshooting equipment within the maintenance department
  • Ensure all drawings/prints are kept updated and that all new equipment spare parts are set-up
  • Maintain plant interest in all projects for which outside or internal engineering in designing, procuring, and stating up is required
  • Develop all plant projects in which equipment changes are made to achieve production
  • Support maintenance in troubleshooting, repairing, replacing problem equipment
  • Review all capital projects for the area assigned to insure acceptability for production and financial justification
  • Arrange for adequate/proper production and maintenance training on all new equipment
  • Monitor all installation activity in area assigned
  • Work with project management for all capital projects in assigned area to ensure implementation is successful
  • Review all design packages (electrical, electronics, power distribution) bid documents to ensure accuracy prior to installation
  • Write appropriation requests for all necessary capital replacement equipment and new capital equipment in assigned area
  • Assist planner in acquiring spare parts for all new and obsolete equipment
  • Must have strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills and well as communication both written and oral
  • Must be result innovative and focused/driven with good leadership and motivation skills
  • Ensure implementation of measures and maintain controls
  • Raise awareness and provide information about ESH responsibilities and duties
  • Ensure immediate notification and response, and initiate preventive measures in case of unsafe or polluting hazards
  • Demonstrate exemplary personal behavior in ESH and motivate others
  • Perform other duties as assigned

NOTE: May not be inclusive of all work required and may be updated as needed.

THE ENVIRONMENT

  • Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures / guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as steel toes, hearing protection and eye protection where required.
  • This role is within a climate-controlled facility

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

  • BS in Electrical Engineering or related 4 year degree
  • 5+ years in Manufacturing,
  • Project management experience
  • Strong PLC experience in Beckhoff and or Siemens
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
  • Continental is able to offer visa support and relocation for internal candidates only.

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT

  • Tire Industry experience

Additional Information

THE PERKS

  • Immediate Benefits 
  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Employee Discounts, including tire discounts
  • Competitive Bonus Programs
  • Employees 401k Match
  • Diverse & Inclusive Work Environment
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Future Growth Opportunities, including personal and professional
  • And many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

EEO-Statement:

EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to [email protected] or contact US Recruiting at 800-821-2727. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.

 

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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related four-year degree
  • At least 5 years of manufacturing experience
  • Project management experience
  • Strong PLC experience with Beckhoff and/or Siemens
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States
  • Tire industry experience

Continental Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Continental and has not been reviewed or approved by Continental.

  • Healthcare Strength — Health plans are often described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, and related programs (such as HSA/FSA) highlighted as strong components. Feedback suggests the quality of healthcare coverage is a meaningful part of overall compensation satisfaction.
  • Retirement Support — Retirement offerings, including 401(k) plans with company contributions, are viewed favorably and frequently mentioned alongside competitive base pay. These plans are seen as a reliable pillar of the total rewards package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid holidays, vacation/PTO, and other leave programs are presented as part of a broad benefits suite. The scope of time-off options contributes positively to perceived overall value.

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HQ: Hannover
66,749 Employees
Year Founded: 1871

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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 2020, Continental generated sales of €37.7 billion and currently employs around 235,000 people in 58 countries and markets. In 2021, the company celebrates its 150th anniversary.

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