Controls Technician

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 2024, Continental generated sales of €39.7 billion and currently employs around 190,000 people in 55 countries and markets. Guided by the vision of being the customer’s first choice for material-driven solutions, the Conti Tech group sector focuses on development competence and material expertise for products and systems made of rubber, plastics, metal, and fabrics.

These can also be equipped with electronic components in order to optimize them functionally for individual services. Conti Tech’s industrial growth areas are primarily in the areas of energy, agriculture, construction, and surfaces. In addition, Conti Tech serves the automotive and transportation industries as well as rail transport.

Fixes technical problems by applying principles and theories of electronics, electrical circuitry, engineering mathematics, electronic and electrical testing, and physics. Provide assistance in troubleshooting problem equipment within the Maintenance Department. Ensure all drawing/prints are kept updated, all new equipment spare parts are set-up. Maintain plant are kept interest in all projects for which outside or internal engineering in designing, procuring and starting up is required.

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?

• Coordinate the adherence of NFPA 70e standards for facility
• Manage the requests for changes to software, logic, information and controls
• Continuous documentation of all programs, critical machine settings, manuals, etc.
• Develops and maintains electrical documentation: IP addresses, P and
• Responsible to work with electricians to carrying out the maintenance, trouble‑shooting and repair of electrical systems in support of the operation of the manufacturing facility
• Provides support and training to plant technicians regarding controls network and infrastructure
• Acts as a liaison with the Information Technology department to ensure the quality and reliability of plant systems
• Continuously apply sound electrical solutions to resolve hindrances to plant efficiencies and to drive continuous improvement
• Effectively communicate results and action plans to appropriate employees and managers
• Assist with identifying and ordering spare parts
• Provides support in maintaining preventive and predictive maintenance programs

WHAT YOU BRING TO

THE ROLE:

• Associate’s degree in Mechatronics/Electrical or related field
• 2 years of maintenance/controls experience; 5 years maintenance/controls and HS Diploma in lieu of an associate degree
• Hands‑on experience working with electrical controls and PLCs (Allen Bradley, Siemens)
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job posting.

• Associate’s Degree in Controls, programming, robotics, mechatronics, or networking
• Clear understanding and working knowledge of electrical schematics, power distribution & controls, motor & motor controls, Programmable logic controllers, operator interface computerized control panels, and other industrial controls. Experience using AutoCAD Drawing

EEO/AA/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status. As a federal contractor, Continental complies with affirmative action responsibilities where applicable. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.