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C&D Engineer- Automation Engineer

Continental Pluak Daeng, Thailand

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Salary: 1871, the technology compa

Posted Oct 1, 2025Apply by Feb 28, 2026

Role & seniority: Electrical Engineer, Controls & Drives specialist (mid-senior level)

Stack/tools: Beckhoff PLC, Siemens PLC (Step7, TIA Portal, WinCC), SAP PM, Siemens Servo Drive, Automation Network; IPCs, DCS/ Drives, electrical drawings; preventive/predictive maintenance

Top 3 responsibilities

  • Maintain, troubleshoot, and improve electrical production equipment, spare parts, and Controls & Drives systems to reduce downtime, costs, and scrap

  • Lead startup of new equipment; transfer maintenance knowledge to Electricians; ensure adherence to Controls & Drives standards

  • Maintain documentation (electrical plants, troubleshooting guides), backups, and local maintenance strategy; diagnose and restart machinery during breakdowns

Must-have skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

  • 3–10 years in Controls & Drives in manufacturing (tire sector preferred)

  • Proficiency with Beckhoff/Siemens PLCs, Step7, TIA Portal, WinCC; SAP PM; ability to read electrical drawings; strong English communication

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with machine upgrade/refurbishment projects; international project exposure; supplier collaboration

  • Knowledge of maintenance strategies (Preventive, Predictive) and ESH/training experience

Location & work type

  • Location not specified

  • Full-time, permanent role (employee)

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

Works in Cold Preparation and Tire Building area with 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 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 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 experience in the manufacturing industry, the tires business is an advantage Has knowledge of Beckhoff PLC, Siemens PLC programming, Step7, Tia Portal, Win CC , SAP Siemens Servo Drive, Automation Network, Beckhoff PLC, and PM. Experience in machine improvement, refurbishment, upgrade or installation projects Has participated in Maintenance, Preventive & Predictive Maintenance Assertiveness with international contacts through projects, colleagues, and external suppliers Ability to read the electrical drawing Good communicating of English.

Additional Information

(New Graduate are welcome)

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Electrical EngineeringControls and DrivesPLC ProgrammingBeckhoff PLCSiemens PLCStep7Tia PortalWin CCSAPSiemens Servo DriveAutomation NetworkMachine ImprovementPreventive MaintenancePredictive MaintenanceElectrical DrawingCommunicationmulti-location

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