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.

We are looking for a passionate team player to expand our tire reinforcements Research & Development (RnD) team situated at the premises of our internal textile converter Continental Indústria Textil do Ave (C-ITA) . Your tasks will include:

· Optimization of reinforcement portfolio (steel and textile) with a focus on quality, cost and safe supply in close cooperation with departments of central purchasing (CP), supplier development (SD) and supplier quality management (SQM)

· Development and ownership of advanced material specifications and quality guidelines to ensure a stable and robust tire performance

· Collaborate with internal and external suppliers on technical development; build up of advanced know-how for reinforcement related supplier processes

• Academic degree in natural science, engineering or comparable
• Basic knowledge of reinforcement materials and testing is beneficial
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset
• Proactive, willingness to bring topics forward
• Strong customer orientation and problem-solving mind set
• Intercultural competency along with a clear and open communication style
• Intercultural competence and a collaborative working style
• Very good written and oral English and Portuguese language skills
• German communication skills is a plus
• Willingness to travel (national and international) alongside ability to collaborate remotely

• Integration in a challenging and international work environment of a global player, featured by the existence of state-of-the-art technologies and chance to solve problems, shape innovations and contribute to a change;
• Local employment contract with attractive remuneration package and benefits
• Continuous professional training and excellent possibilities of personal and professional development

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