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Truck Tire Mechanics Engineer (m/f/d) - REF78957F

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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 2023, Continental generated sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 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

Within the organization R&D Truck and Bus Tires, Truck Tire Mechanics is part of Virtual Development CVT. We support product and technology development with advanced simulations and tire mechanical knowledge. Our simulation methods are the core for virtual tire development.

Would you like to be part of a motivated team shaping the future of virtual tire development?

As a Truck Tire Mechanics Engineer, your responsibilities are:

Development and maintenance of simulation methods for performance prediction in virtual tire development
Application of advanced and non-standard simulations to support product and technology development
Coordination of model setup, simulation execution and results reporting
Generating and applying tire mechanical knowledge to recommend tire design changes and in problem-solving tasks
Strategic development of automated tire building and molding simulation (AutoCTL) within Truck&Bus to support tire building and virtual development
Leading projects for simulation method development and tire performance improvements
Extend our performance prediction portfolio using data science and AI tools
Support and train colleagues worldwide in simulation methods and procedures

Qualifications

Academic Degree in science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM)
Strong mechanical background. Tire mechanical knowledge beneficial
Keen interest and experiences in answering mechanical questions using numerical methods and simulations
Project management experience
Working knowledge of Windows and Linux/Unix operating systems
Experience in Finite Element Methods. Knowledge of commercial FE software (e.g. Abaqus) beneficial
Programming skills
Fluent English skills (written and spoken)
International experience is beneficial
High level of ownership and analytical thinking
Eagerness to grow and learn
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Applications from severely handicapped people are welcome.

Additional Information

We offer the following benefits:

Salary based on Chemical Industry Tariff / Potential to an out of Tariff salary contract
30 day of paid vacation per year
Three extra days per year for individual use (called: future value) - tariff only
Attractive career development opportunities
We offer balanced working conditions by doing mobile work, working part-time, flexible working time as well as Sabbatical options
Cross-Border mobile work options up to 40 days per year from other EU countries
Company Pension plan
Attractive employee benefits with discounts
Diverse offers that support a better “work-family” balance (e.g. company childcare places and free emergency care for your children)
Discounted offer for accessing sport facilities across Germany via Hansefit
A highly diverse environment across our location
A new canteen on site with a variety of lunch options

If this sounds like a perfect match for you and if you want to become the next supporter of our core values: Trust, for one another, passion to win and freedom to act - we are looking forward to receiving your application.

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging are important to us and make our company strong and successful. We offer equal opportunities to everyone - regardless of age, gender, nationality, cultural background, disability, religion, ideology or sexual orientation.

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What You Should Know About Truck Tire Mechanics Engineer (m/f/d) - REF78957F, Continental

At Continental, we believe in shaping the future of mobility, and as a Truck Tire Mechanics Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in our mission. Located in the vibrant city of Hannover, you'll join a dynamic team within our R&D Truck and Bus Tires sector, contributing your expertise to the world of virtual tire development. Your day-to-day work will involve developing and maintaining cutting-edge simulation methods that enhance performance predictions and drive technological advancements. Whether you’re coordinating model setups, executing simulations, or delving into tire mechanical knowledge to suggest design changes, your analytical skills will shine here. You'll also lead exciting projects that integrate data science and AI tools into our performance prediction portfolio. With a strong mechanical foundation and a keen interest in numerical methods, you'll not only grow your skills but also help train colleagues around the globe in new simulation techniques. At Continental, we value your initiative, providing you with a chance to take ownership of projects and collaborate with a diverse group of talented professionals. Plus, with fantastic benefits including competitive salary packages and a work-life balance that encourages flexible working arrangements, we prioritize your well-being so you can thrive. Join us at our Hannover location and help us contribute to safer, smarter, and more sustainable mobility solutions. If innovation and teamwork excite you, we can’t wait to hear from you!

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What are the responsibilities of a Truck Tire Mechanics Engineer at Continental?

As a Truck Tire Mechanics Engineer at Continental, your primary responsibilities will include developing simulation methods for virtual tire development, coordinating model setups, and executing simulations. You'll also be involved in generating tire mechanical knowledge to recommend design changes, leading projects that enhance tire performance, and extending our performance prediction capabilities with data science and AI tools.