Continental
Automotive technology provider for mobility
Maintenance Technician
Relocation expenses are not provided.
About the job
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Basic understanding of mechanical systems, fasteners, torque principles, and mechanical assemblies is required.
- Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and basic measuring devices such as calipers, torque wrenches, and tape measures is required.
- Ability to follow mechanical drawings, work instructions, and engineering guidance is required.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word or equivalent, are required.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States is required.
- Assist with installation, inspection, and basic maintenance of mechanical systems including fixtures, mounts, test rigs, track hardware, and support equipment.
- Support mechanical assembly and disassembly of components related to vehicle and tire testing activities.
- Perform basic troubleshooting of mechanical issues such as fastener failures, alignment concerns, wear, and vibration.
- Use hand tools and basic power tools to perform mechanical tasks safely and accurately.
- Assist engineers during setup and teardown of mechanical test equipment and test vehicles.
- Support alignment, torque checks, fluid checks, and basic adjustments required for testing activities.
- Assist with routine inspections of test tracks, mechanical fixtures, and support equipment to identify defects or wear.
- Support data collection activities by ensuring mechanical systems are properly installed and functioning.
- Perform basic preventive maintenance tasks on mechanical equipment as assigned.
- Follow all site safety rules, lockout/tagout procedures, and job safety analyses.
- Identify and report unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, or abnormal operation to supervisors.
- An associate degree or technical certificate in Mechanical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Automotive Technology, or a related field is preferred.
- Hands-on mechanical experience, including internship, vocational training, or entry-level industrial experience, is preferred.
About the company
Continental creates technologies and services that support sustainable and connected mobility for people and goods. Its offerings span safety, efficiency, intelligence and affordability for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. The company operates worldwide and generated €41.4 billion in sales in 2023 with about 200,000 employees across 56 countries. Its goal is to enable safe, efficient and connected mobility for people and their goods.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Hanover, Germany
Founded
1871
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q2 2026 adjusted EBIT beat expectations, driven by premium tires and lower inputs.
- The July 2026 ContiTech sale unlocks €3.1 billion cash and €2.5 billion returns.
- Management targets 2026 tire margins of 13.0 to 14.5 percent despite volatility.
What critics are saying
- Reuters reported 3,000 more job cuts through 2026, including Nuremberg closures.
- Raw-material costs reverse in second half 2026, creating a triple-digit-million-euro hit.
- An antitrust block delays ContiTech sale and undermines Continental's 2026 refocus.
What makes Continental unique
- Continental's premium 18-inch-plus tires win share in replacement markets.
- The July 2026 ContiTech sale makes Continental a pure-play tire maker.
- Its global plant network spans 150 countries and supports OEM and replacement sales.
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Company News
Continental AG, a German semiconductor specialist, listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange on 27 July, becoming China's largest listed firm by market capitalisation. The debut set records for price appreciation and turnover, with the stock added to the MSCI China All-Share Index. The company's recent quarterly reports show strong DRAM growth, driven by demand in high-performance computing and data-centre applications. Continental's R&D spend reached €150 million last year, representing 10% of revenue. Continental's chairman announced a share-repurchase plan running from December to July next year, aimed at share cancellation and capital reduction. The company plans no further capital reduction for 12 months, followed by a scheduled increase targeting €10 billion cumulative value. The listing provides Continental access to local financing and potential regulatory advantages in China's semiconductor market.
Continental's plastics technology subsidiary Contitech will cut 3,000 jobs globally, including 1,600 in Germany, following an agreement with the IGBCE union on framework conditions. The company said some affected activities will be relocated abroad, whilst operational redundancies will be avoided until at least the end of 2030. The cuts form part of Continental's cost-saving programme announced in November, targeting €150 million in annual savings from 2028. The agreement includes voluntary programmes, early retirement arrangements and job placement support for affected workers. IGBCE executive board member Francesco Grioli said whilst job cuts cannot be prevented, the agreement mitigates impact on employees and secures investment commitments for German sites. Contitech pledged to make all measures as socially responsible as possible.
Continental AG reported full-year 2025 sales of €19.7 billion with 0.8% organic growth, alongside adjusted EBIT of €2 billion and a 10.3% margin. The company proposed a dividend of €2.70 per share, representing a 4.8% yield. The tyre segment showed resilience with 2.4% organic growth and €3.6 billion in Q4 sales, achieving a 13.9% adjusted EBIT margin. However, ContiTech faced headwinds with a 5.2% organic decline in Q4 due to challenging automotive and industrial markets. Continental reduced net debt, improving its leverage ratio to approximately 2.0. For 2026, the company projects sales of €17.3 billion to €18.9 billion with an adjusted EBIT margin of 11% to 12.5%, whilst navigating anticipated declines in light vehicle production and challenging market conditions in the Americas.
German automotive parts maker Continental reported a net loss of €165 million for fiscal 2025, compared with a profit of €1.168 billion the previous year. Sales declined to €19.676 billion from €20.077 billion. The company's earnings were impacted by €1.2 billion in non-cash special effects from the Aumovio spin-off and planned OESL sale. Adjusted operating result fell to €2.035 billion from €2.212 billion, whilst the adjusted EBIT margin decreased to 10.3% from 11%. Despite the loss, Continental will increase its dividend to €2.70 per share, up €0.20 from last year. For fiscal 2026, the company anticipates consolidated sales of €17.3 billion to €18.9 billion with an adjusted EBIT margin of 11% to 12.5%, citing continued market volatility.
Continental has acquired Slovakian mold specialist EMT Púchov s.r.o, taking over all shares from majority shareholder Dynamic Design (Romania) in early April. The acquisition enhances Continental's internal technology portfolio, allowing it to independently produce tire molds for various applications. All 107 employees with specialized knowledge were retained. Grant Thornton's cross-border team from Germany and Slovakia conducted financial and tax due diligence. Continental reported a 2023 revenue of €41.4 billion.