Field Performance Benchmark Engineer - Truck Tire

Continental•Fort Mill, SC

32d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Commercial Tire Performance Benchmark Engineer to join our R&D team. In this role, you will be responsible for planning, executing, and analyzing tire wear benchmarking programs for commercial truck tires. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to evaluate competitor products, support product development, and provide data-driven insights to enhance tire wear & durability performance.

Requirements

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
2+ years of experience in tire engineering, tire testing, or a related field
Strong understanding of tire construction, wear mechanisms, and performance metrics.
Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, MATLAB, Python, or similar).
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Willingness to travel for field testing and fleet evaluations. (50%)
Continental is able to provide relocation assistance for this position.
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Continental is able to offer visa support for internals individuals who currently hold an existing valid employment visa.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
Experience with Commercial Truck Tires
Experience with tire wear modeling or simulation tools.
Familiarity with tire regulatory standards and industry testing protocols (e.g., SAE, ISO).
Hands-on experience with tire dissection and forensic analysis.
Entrepreneurial mindset.

Responsibilities

Design and manage benchmarking programs to evaluate the wear performance of commercial truck tires in various applications across North America.
Conduct field evaluations, including fleet testing and controlled wear tests, to gather real-world performance data.
Analyze tire wear patterns, rates, and failure modes using statistical tools and physical inspections.
Develop and maintain a comprehensive database of competitor tire performance metrics.
Coordinate with Product Management, Technical Customer Service and Field Intelligence to prioritize target competitor products
Close collaboration with central benchmark team including field surveillance of new competitor products, joint reports and local coordination of tire procurement
Locate and develop testing relationships with a broad range of commercial fleet customers and salespeople
Prepare detailed technical reports and presentations for internal stakeholders including R&D and the Business Area.
Stay current with industry trends, new technologies, and competitor activities in the commercial tire market.
Collaborate with product development teams to translate benchmarking insights into actionable design improvements.