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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.\nTire 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 2025, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.8 billion euros. Continental's tire division currently employs around 55,000 people worldwide and has 19 production and 16 development sites.\n FOR INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY!\n**Key Responsibilities:**\nDevelop 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\nAssume complete ownership of product development lifecycle, from initial concept through market introduction and commercialization\nEnsure quality assurance and performance optimization of existing product lines through continuous monitoring and evaluation\nPrepare comprehensive technical documentation, detailed specifications, and professional presentations for new product offerings\nLead market launch initiatives and coordinate product introduction strategies across the Americas region\nIdentify, evaluate, and implement quality improvement measures and process enhancements within tire manufacturing lines\nCoordinate and oversee testing protocols, including test execution, data analysis, and comprehensive evaluation of results\nDrive value creation and operational efficiency initiatives across assigned product portfolios\nLead cross-functional project teams and collaborate with Continental departments worldwide to achieve strategic objectives\nManage project timelines, departmental tasks, and coordinate planning activities to ensure successful execution\nMaintain strong working relationships with international manufacturing facilities to support production requirements and continuous improvement\nCollaborate effectively with R&D departments globally to integrate technical expertise and drive innovation\n **Required Qualifications:**\nBachelor's degree in a technical discipline (e.g., mechanical engineering, materials science, or related scientific field)\nProficiency in English language, including reading, writing, and verbal communication\nDemonstrated analytical and problem-solving capabilities\nAbility to work effectively in cross-functional, international team environments\nStrong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build collaborative relationships across organizational boundaries\nProject management or technical leadership experience\nExperience in product development or tire engineering\nInnovative thinking with demonstrated ability to challenge conventional approaches and drive continuous improvement\nExperience coordinating with manufacturing or production facilities\n Flexible working hours and home office policy\nPersonalized career growth - Wide range of trainings - IT skills, language education, soft skills..\nFreedom to act within position responsibilities - Let your ideas shape the future\nAttendance bonus (1000€/year)\nContribution to pension system\nAdditional salaries (Holiday & Christmas bonuses)\nExtra holiday based on length of your stay within Continental\nCanteen directly on-site (only 1,30€ per menu)\nFinancial contributions for baby birth, jubilee, etc.\nPurchase of tires for discounted price\nModern work environment, ergonomic equipment (adjustable working table, etc.)\nFinancial support for relax and wellness activities\nInitial salary (depends on experience and skills of the candidate)\nSalary increase within the knowledge and experience. Target salaty: T11\nReady to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.\nFOR INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY!\nReady to drive with Continental? 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