_As one of the leading automotive suppliers worldwide, we develop solutions to fulfill people´s dreams of mobility on a daily basis. Driver safety, sustainability and industrialization of future tech­nology are just some of our key fields where we already make a meaningful difference in the every­day life of people. Knowing our technology helps to make the world a better and safer place is what drives us._ This position, located in Lousado (Portugal), is a replacement position in our local Manufacturing Technology Engineering Department. **The main purpose of this new position** is to create competencies and resources to increase the knowledge in Controls & Drives (C&D), robotization/digitalization and the ability to develop equipment/technology at Continental converters plants and also to ensure cybersecurity activities to mitigate the risk of machine breakdowns at the shopfloor level. **Main activities includes:** + Ensure that the IPCs from the machines are updated with the software's (including updates) and requirements defined by the central IT; + Perform backups, upgrades and modifications to the necessary production equipment; + Contribute to ensure that the shopfloor is cybersecure. + Participate in projects outside automation area. + Follow up automation/robotization projects and subsequently carry out the necessary interventions to keep them in operation; + Adapt equipment and systems to integrate them into the new digitalization processes; + University Degree in **Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics and Electrical** or similar field of studies; + Minimum **experience of 1 year in Industrial environment in Controls & Drives areas (preferably)** ; + Knowledge in automation programming (Omron / Siemens) and field bus, PLC programming and Safety PLC programming; + Knowledge of Scada systems; + Knowledge in frequency converters and motion control; + Technical knowledge of Controls & Drives and Industrial; + Software Network & IT Systems is valuable; + Ability to solve problems, plan and organize actions; + Good communication and teamwork skills; + Initiative and proactivity; + Resilience and enjoyment of working in a multidisciplinary team; + Solid knowledge of the English language. **WHAT WE OFFER** + Multi-cultural and international environment of a global player; + Interact in international business environment/ building up networks across countries; + Attractive working conditions and benefits; + Development of a career at Continental. **APPLY NOW** Please send your **English** application (CV and motivation letter) **until** **august 29, 2025.** Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.