Automation Engineer

Continental Corporation; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Plymouth is seeking a professional for a role focused on PLC Programming and project management of plant systems. Candidates should hold a degree in an electrical field or have relevant experience, with additional skills in automation systems preferred. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams and maintaining compliance with safety standards. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an electrical field or similar.
• 5+ years relevant experience in an electrical field.
• Certificate in an electrical field.
• Must be able to pass technical proficiency test if no bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and track equipment and building projects.
• Coordinate with Plant Engineering for labor and materials.
• Support and enhance automation systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance.
• Provide technical documentation and mentorship.
• Maintain compliance with safety and corporate standards.

Skills

PLC Programming

Troubleshooting

Project Management

Automation Systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in an electrical field or similar

5+ years relevant experience in an electrical field

Certificate in an electrical field

Tools

Autodesk

Job description

Job Description

YOUR TASKS

The primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to: PLC Programming, troubleshooting, upgrade and project management of the plant systems and equipment. Composition, training, implementation and maintenance of documentation and machine control media of plant systems and equipment based upon upgrades, installations and task procedures.

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT

• Plan, execute, and track equipment and building projects — including overhauls, upgrades, redesigns, and installations — ensuring all new and rebuilt equipment follow Reliability and Maintainability standards from conception to decommissioning.
• Coordinate with Plant Engineering to schedule labor, materials, and downtime needs; provide accurate project estimates and documentation, including drawings, BOMs, control programs, schematics, and updates to the CMM database.
• Support and enhance automation systems by installing, maintaining, and repairing automated machinery, PLCs, HMIs, sensors, actuators, and robotics; perform troubleshooting, inspections, and preventive maintenance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize system performance, assist in commissioning new projects, and standardize equipment components and vendor selections for cost efficiency and reliability.
• Provide technical documentation and mentorship — creating clear instructions, wiring schedules, and BOMs for Maintenance; pursue ongoing training and mentor maintenance personnel on engineering and automation practices.
• Uphold plant and corporate standards by maintaining compliance with all safety, government, and Continental policies; accurately log work in SAP/PUMA, maintain a clean and professional workspace, and be available for coverage or overtime as needed.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

EEO-Statement:

EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to [e-mail] or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.

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EEO-Statement:

EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to [e-mail] or contact US Recruiting at 800-821-2727. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.

Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

• Bachelor’s degree in an electrical field or similar, or
• 5+ years relevant experience in an electrical field, or
• Certificate in an electrical field
• Must be able to pass a technical proficiency test if not holding a bachelor’s degree

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT

• Panel-building experience
• Autodesk experience

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. In2023, Continental generatedpreliminary sales of€41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in56 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 delivers top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2023, the Tires group sector generated sales of 14 billion euros. Continental's tire sector employs more than 56,000 people worldwide and has 20 production and 16 development sites. Are you ready to shape the future with us?

Hoosier Racing Tire, the largest race tire manufacturer in the world, has continually promoted passion, pride, and success in the racing industry since 1957. Based in Plymouth, Ind. their state-of-the-art facility, including a fully integrated technology and R&D center, is solely dedicated to engineering, designing, supporting, and manufacturing the over 1,000 different racing and high-performance tires currently produced. Instilled with the heritage of champions, Hoosier utilizes a model sales and distribution network to deliver winning results globally. Hoosier Racing Tire is a 100% subsidiary of Continental AG.