Tire Development Engineer II - TLD REPLACEMENT AMERICAS

Job description

FOR INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY!

Key Responsibilities

• Develop 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 Assume complete ownership of product development lifecycle, from initial concept through market introduction and commercialization
• Ensure quality assurance and performance optimization of existing product lines through continuous monitoring and evaluation
• Prepare comprehensive technical documentation, detailed specifications, and professional presentations for new product offerings
• Lead market launch initiatives and coordinate product introduction strategies across the Americas region
• Identify, evaluate, and implement quality improvement measures and process enhancements within tire manufacturing lines
• Coordinate and oversee testing protocols, including test execution, data analysis, and comprehensive evaluation of results
• Drive value creation and operational efficiency initiatives across assigned product portfolios
• Lead cross-functional project teams and collaborate with Continental departments worldwide to achieve strategic objectives
• Manage project timelines, departmental tasks, and coordinate planning activities to ensure successful execution
• Maintain strong working relationships with international manufacturing facilities to support production requirements and continuous improvement
• Collaborate effectively with R&D departments globally to integrate technical expertise and drive innovation

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (e.g., mechanical engineering, materials science, or related scientific field)
• Proficiency in English language, including reading, writing, and verbal communication
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional, international team environments
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build collaborative relationships across organizational boundaries Project management or technical leadership experience Experience in product development or tire engineering Innovative thinking with demonstrated ability to challenge conventional approaches and drive continuous improvement Experience coordinating with manufacturing or production facilities