Continental

Tire Manufacturing

MechanicalEngineer

Sumter, South Carolina, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Mechanical Engineer at Continental. Skills: Tire Design, Industrialization, Performance Requirements. Support design, industrialization, and performance of tire products. Ensure products meet design requirements”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure product quality; Cost optimization; Manufacturing efficiency; Maintain or exceed tire quality; Increase fleet efficiency

Industry & Context.

Tire Manufacturing
Problems you'll solve

Troubleshoot daily manufacturing issues

Eligibility Requirements

Safety wear such as steel toes, hearing protection, Legal authorization to work in the U. S.

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field, MS Office Skills, Legal authorization to work in the U. S.

Nice to Have

2+ years in project management with new product implementation to production in manufacturing environment

What You'll Do.

and performance of tire products

Ensure products meet design requirements

Industrialize new and existing products

Implement corrective actions

Provide regular status reports

Support Value Leadership programs

Ensure compliance with company policies

Lead production and quality teams

Troubleshoot daily manufacturing issues

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with corporate and plant teams; Collaborate with Corporate teams and other plant staff

Communication Scope

Provide regular status reports and business plans

Process & Methodology

Project Management

Full Job Description

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000 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. YOUR TASKS We’re seeking a results-driven professional to support the design, industrialization, and performance of our tire products and processes. This role ensures product quality, cost optimization, and manufacturing efficiency while collaborating closely with corporate and plant teams. HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT * Ensure products meet design, release, and performance requirements for assigned product lines and processes. * Industrialize new and existing products, processes, and materials optimized for cost, quality, and process capability. * Implement corrective actions to maintain or exceed tire quality, field performance, and adjustment goals. * Provide regular status reports and business plans for projects and product lines. * Support Value Leadership programs focused on quality, materials, construction, and corporate initiatives. * Ensure compliance with company policies and quality standards (Release Notice Procedure, Cured Tire Dimensions, QMD Standards). * Lead production and quality teams in indus

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