Facilities Engineer

Continental’s Automotive group sector is expected to be listed as independent company “AUMOVIO” in September 2025. With ~93,000 employees worldwide and annual sales of ~€20 billion, we are entering an exciting new era.

AUMOVIO stands for highly developed electronic products and modern mobility solutions. In addition to its strong market position with innovative sensor solutions, displays, and technologically leading braking and comfort systems, AUMOVIO has significant expertise in software, architecture platforms and assistance systems for the rapidly growing future market of software-defined and autonomous vehicles. Our purpose is clear: to make future mobility safe, exciting, connected, and autonomous.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

• Support the Facility Manager with contractor management responsibilities, to include daily reviews of maintenance works, planning and implementation of service contracts for interval maintenance of critical facilities systems, and interfacing with contractors to ensure they adhere to site requirements and performance expectations.
• Assist in development and implementation of maintenance plans for continued operations of the production environment critical systems including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, compressed air, humidification, and general site functions.
• Assist in development of annual facilities capital spending plans by­ developing a list and cost estimate of critical facility system replacements and enhancements, as needed due to aging of equipment and/or changing needs of the New Braunfels manufacturing environment.
• Support training and development of existing facilities staff related to ongoing equipment requirement to ensure that all of plant manufacturing requirements are met.
• Support the 5S initiative within the facilities staff by instructing on what is and is not proper 5S culture and behavior.
• Work on continuous improvements with the existing supplier base of facilities outside services ­to insure the "best" price possible with a 100% safe work environment for both the suppliers and our employees.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $73,500 - $97,000 a year depending on experience. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE:

• BS in Engineering
• Knowledge of critical building systems within a high volume manufacturing environment 
• Ability to write well, communicate effectively, and interface well with administration, maintenance, and occupant personnel.
• High level of competency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint programs required.
• High degree of problem-solving skills
• Strong time management and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent communication skills (at multiple management levels within an organization)
• Ability to function under high stress and make decisions
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance
• High degree of integrity and discretion.
• Experience with CAD software, particularly AutoCAD.
• Experience and competency with systems and controls, particularly PLC based systems.

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.  

Relocation assistance is not offered for this position. 

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Ability to work on a manufacturing shopfloor environment
• Must wear company-provided ESD safety-toed shoes, smock, and other PPE in required areas
• Sitting or standing for 8+ hours, reaching, and using hands/fingers to operate a computer and other office equipment
• Must be able to push, pull, reach, twist, turn, stoop for duration of 8+ hour shifts
• Ability to lift or carry objects up to 40 lbs. unassisted
• Ability to climb ladders
• Ability to bend at waist and perform repetitive foot and hand action
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments.

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT:

• BS in electrical or mechanical engineering
• 2 years specific experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Possess competency in working with Computerized Maintenance Management systems.

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 [email protected] 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.

Ready to take your career to the next level and join us at the start of something extraordinary? Apply now to become a part of our company and drive the future mobility together with us!