
C&D Engineer- Automation Engineer
Continental • Pluak Daeng, Thailand
Salary: 1871, the technology compa
Role & seniority: Automation Engineer (Controls & Drives); mid-senior level (3–10 years in manufacturing automation)
Stack/tools: Beckhoff PLC, Siemens PLC programming (Step7, TIA Portal, WinCC), SAP, Automation Network; electrical drawings; IPCs/Drives/communication devices
Top 3 responsibilities
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Maintain and continuously improve electrical production equipment, spare parts, and Controls & Drives systems to reduce downtime, costs, and scrap
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Transfer best maintenance practices to Electricians; support equipment startups and ensure compliance with electrical standards
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Manage documentation, backups, and diagnostics; coordinate with Purchasing for spares; interact with suppliers for troubleshooting
Must-have skills
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Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
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3–10 years in Controls & Drives (automation) in manufacturing; experience with maintenance (preventive/predictive)
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Proficiency with Beckhoff and Siemens PLCs, Step7/TIA Portal/WinCC; ability to read electrical drawings; SAP experience
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English communication skills; experience with international projects/contacts
Nice-to-haves
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Tires industry experience; involvement in machine improvement, refurbishment, upgrades, or installation projects
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Experience with maintenance strategy implementation (MaintainME, SAP PM) and cross-department interfaces
Location & work type
- On-site manufacturing role in the Cold Preparation and Tire Building area; full-time position (loc
Full Description
Company Description
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 2024, Continental generated sales of €39.7 billion and currently employs around 190,000 people in 55 countries and markets.
Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental has been delivering top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2024, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.9 billion euros. Continental's tire division employs more than 57,000 people worldwide and has 20 production and 16 development sites.
Job Description
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
Raise awareness, ensure regular ESH training and provide information about ESH responsibilities and duties. 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 Control and Drives standards. Interact with supplier to maintain and troubleshoot electrical equipment. Maintains professional and technical Control and Drives 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 Control and Drives documentation in the area (electrical plants, troubleshooting guides,etc…). Protection, Creation of Backups and Maintenance 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 Control and Drives equipment 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.
What We Offer
Free lunch, uniform and company transportation Housing allowance Performance bonus Provident fund Flexible working program Family health care program Group insurance (medical, dental) Inclusive and diverse culture Good health and wellness program (e.g., sport clubs, fitness)
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent field. Had an experience with international contacts through projects, colleagues, and suppliers. 3-10 years of Controls and Drives (Automation) 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. Had knowledge of Beckhoff PLC, Siemens PLC programming, Step7, Tia Portal, Win CC , SAP, Beckhoff PLC, Automation Network. Ability to read the electrical drawing. Good communicating of English.
Additional Information
Automation Engineer works in area of Cold Preparation and Tire building
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