Mechanical Classification Engineer

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €39.7 billion in 2024 and currently employs around 95,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental has been delivering top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2024, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.9 billion euros. Continental's tire division employs more than 57,000 people worldwide and has 20 production and 16 development sites.

As a Mechanical Classification Engineer you will be responsible for:

• Attending to and advising on R&D projects to ensure marketability from an export control point of view;
• Analyzing and commenting on new non-proliferation regime and regulatory proposals and developments;
• Analyzing and strategic alignment with internal and external stakeholders (especially R&D, associations);
• Analyzing geopolitical developments and assessing potential consequences for the group;
• Communicating with senior management concerning regulatory restrictions;
• Leading and supervising projects;
• Defining requirements;
• Crisis management from the technical angle;
• Building a network of technical contacts throughout the organization;
• Supporting M&A transactions,

Within this field of responsibilities your main tasks will be:

• Classifying of goods, software, technology and services;
• Technical counseling and advising of regional Centers of Competence, business partners and technical functions (e.g., R&D, manufacturing, industrial engineering);
• Export Compliance classification from materials as well as customs classification from materials;
• Grow up the process for the classification as a pioneer;
• Analyzing materials in different departments;
• Support for the IT-department for materials;
• Trainings.

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or comparable field;
• Multiple years of professional experience in a comparable field of activity;
• Desirable experience with Export Control and/or customs related classification of goods, software and technology;
• Project Management experience,  as a project lead or technical project lead, in an international environment (preferably);
• Experience / knowledge in Risk Management (is a plus);
• Proficiency in English (written / verbal). German language skills is a plus;
• Solid communication and stakeholder management skills;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities;
• Drive, ownership, resilience;
• Open to international travelling, when needed.

Our offer:

• Integration in a challenging and international work environment;
• Flexible working model;
• Collaborative working style;
• Continuous opportunities for the promotion of talent and training.

 

We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued. All kind of applications are welcome.

 

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