Tire Development Engineer II - TLD REPLACEMENT AMERICAS

Job Description FOR INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY! **Key Responsibilities:** • Develop new summer and all-weather tire products for Continental, General Tire, and private brand portfolios, specifically tailored to meet Americas segment customer requirements and market specifications • Assume complete ownership of product development lifecycle, from initial concept through market introduction and commercialization • Ensure quality assurance and performance optimization of existing product lines through continuous monitoring and evaluation • Prepare comprehensive technical documentation, detailed specifications, and professional presentations for new product offerings • Lead market launch initiatives and coordinate product introduction strategies across the Americas region • Identify, evaluate, and implement quality improvement measures and process enhancements within tire manufacturing lines • Coordinate and oversee testing protocols, including test execution, data analysis, and comprehensive evaluation of results • Drive value creation and operational efficiency initiatives across assigned product portfolios • Lead cross-functional project teams and collaborate with Continental departments worldwide to achieve strategic objectives • Manage project timelines, departmental tasks, and coordinate planning activities to ensure successful execution • Maintain strong working relationships with international manufacturing facilities to support production requirements and continuous improvement • Collaborate effectively with R&D departments globally to integrate technical expertise and drive innovation Qualifications **Required Qualifications:** • Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (e.g., mechanical engineering, materials science, or related scientific field) • Proficiency in English language, including reading, writing, and verbal communication • Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving capabilities • Ability to work effectively in cross-functional, international team environments • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build collaborative relationships across organizational boundaries • Project management or technical leadership experience • Experience in product development or tire engineering • Innovative thinking with demonstrated ability to challenge conventional approaches and drive continuous improvement • Experience coordinating with manufacturing or production facilities Additional Information • Flexible working hours and home office policy • Personalized career growth – Wide range of trainings – IT skills, language education, soft skills.. • Freedom to act within position responsibilities - Let your ideas shape the future • Attendance bonus (1000€/year) • Contribution to pension system • Additional salaries (Holiday & Christmas bonuses) • Extra holiday based on length of your stay within Continental • Canteen directly on-site (only 1,30€ per menu) • Financial contributions for baby birth, jubilee, etc. • Purchase of tires for discounted price • Modern work environment, ergonomic equipment (adjustable working table, etc.) • Financial support for relax and wellness activities Initial salary (depends on experience and skills of the candidate) Salary increase within the knowledge and experience. Target salaty: T11 Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application. FOR INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY! …