Electrical Engineer

Alcobendas - Spain

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 14 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Responsibilities / Tasks

As an Electrical Engineer you will join a dynamic multicultural engineering team and contribute to the successful execution of international projects covering all phases from contract signing to final completion. Your main responsibilities will include:

Designing and implementing electrical and automation solutions for international projects (28 projects per year) in close coordination with the Project Manager and other Project Engineers.
Performing worldwide travel and commissioning activities up to 45% of annual working time.
Ensuring full compliance of electrical and automation engineering with customer specifications GEA standards local regulations and any applicable electrical and automation norms.
Preparing maintaining and updating engineering documentation in accordance with internal procedures quality standards and project requirements.
Coordinating tendering and procurement processes for electrical cabinets manufacturing and for site electrical installations.
Supervising electrical panels assembly and leading Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).
Supervising on-site electrical installation activities including coordination and management of external subcontractors and site resources.
Performing equipment IO tests including electrical measurements functional checks troubleshooting and commissioning support.
Providing regular and structured progress reports on electrical engineering and site activities to Project Leaders and Project Managers.
Continuously assessing and promoting safe working conditions during installation commissioning and site activities ensuring strict compliance with regulatory safety requirements as well as Company safety policies and procedures.
Acting as the technical interface with external suppliers ensuring correct material selection procurement and technical alignment.
Supporting the preparation of technical offers in close collaboration with Sales and Business Development teams.
Taking operational technical decisions within the project scope and actively sharing knowledge and best practices across teams.
Identifying and implementing innovation opportunities as well as new tools solutions or products within the electrical and automation domains.

Your Profile / Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Electronics Engineering Automation Telecommunications or a related field. A masters degree is considered an asset.
Solid background in electrical engineering with a good understanding of automation and control systems. Mechanical engineering and pneumatic know-how is a plus.
Proven experience in industrial engineering projects including electrical design installation supervision and commissioning.
Proficiency in electrical design and calculation software such as AutoCAD EPLAN SEE Electrical Caneco or equivalent tools.
Solid knowledge of electrical and automation regulations including European directives and IEC standards as well as American standards (UL). Experience applying UL 508A for industrial control panels is considered a strong differentiator.
Experience with functional safety concepts including SIL (IEC 61508 / IEC 61511) and PL (ISO 13849) applied to industrial automation and electrical systems.
Familiarity with explosive atmospheres (ATEX) including equipment selection zoning and compliance with applicable directives and standards.
Knowledge of PLC and HMI platforms (Siemens Schneider Rockwell or equivalent).
Good computer literacy (Internet Microsoft Office).
Hygienic design principles know-how and QHSE standards. Experience in regulated industries (food pharma etc.) is a plus.
Experience working with international suppliers and subcontractors.
Strong awareness of industrial safety regulations and best practices on construction and commissioning sites.
Structured autonomous and proactive working style with a cross-functional and multidisciplinary mindset.
Ethics compliance commitment and professionalism.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Spanish (native) and high level of English (B2/C1) required; additional languages (French German Portuguese) are a plus.
Willingness and flexibility to travel internationally on a regular basis.

We Offer

Attractive compensation package aligned with experience responsibilities and international exposure.
Private health insurance plan
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible working hours and a hybrid working model (up to two days per week remote).
23 days of vacation per year.
An excellent work environment within an international collaborative and technically strong engineering team.
Continuous internal training and career development opportunities both nationally and internationally.
The opportunity to join a company recognized as a Top Employer 2026.

Did we spark your interest
Then please click apply above to access our guided application process.

Required Experience:

Responsibilities / TasksAs an Electrical Engineer you will join a dynamic multicultural engineering team and contribute to the successful execution of international projects covering all phases from contract signing to final completion. Your main responsibilities will include:Designing and implement...

Responsibilities / Tasks

Designing and implementing electrical and automation solutions for international projects (28 projects per year) in close coordination with the Project Manager and other Project Engineers.
Performing worldwide travel and commissioning activities up to 45% of annual working time.
Ensuring full compliance of electrical and automation engineering with customer specifications GEA standards local regulations and any applicable electrical and automation norms.
Preparing maintaining and updating engineering documentation in accordance with internal procedures quality standards and project requirements.
Coordinating tendering and procurement processes for electrical cabinets manufacturing and for site electrical installations.
Supervising electrical panels assembly and leading Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).
Supervising on-site electrical installation activities including coordination and management of external subcontractors and site resources.
Performing equipment IO tests including electrical measurements functional checks troubleshooting and commissioning support.
Providing regular and structured progress reports on electrical engineering and site activities to Project Leaders and Project Managers.
Continuously assessing and promoting safe working conditions during installation commissioning and site activities ensuring strict compliance with regulatory safety requirements as well as Company safety policies and procedures.
Acting as the technical interface with external suppliers ensuring correct material selection procurement and technical alignment.
Supporting the preparation of technical offers in close collaboration with Sales and Business Development teams.
Taking operational technical decisions within the project scope and actively sharing knowledge and best practices across teams.
Identifying and implementing innovation opportunities as well as new tools solutions or products within the electrical and automation domains.

Your Profile / Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Electronics Engineering Automation Telecommunications or a related field. A masters degree is considered an asset.
Solid background in electrical engineering with a good understanding of automation and control systems. Mechanical engineering and pneumatic know-how is a plus.
Proven experience in industrial engineering projects including electrical design installation supervision and commissioning.
Proficiency in electrical design and calculation software such as AutoCAD EPLAN SEE Electrical Caneco or equivalent tools.
Solid knowledge of electrical and automation regulations including European directives and IEC standards as well as American standards (UL). Experience applying UL 508A for industrial control panels is considered a strong differentiator.
Experience with functional safety concepts including SIL (IEC 61508 / IEC 61511) and PL (ISO 13849) applied to industrial automation and electrical systems.
Familiarity with explosive atmospheres (ATEX) including equipment selection zoning and compliance with applicable directives and standards.
Knowledge of PLC and HMI platforms (Siemens Schneider Rockwell or equivalent).
Good computer literacy (Internet Microsoft Office).
Hygienic design principles know-how and QHSE standards. Experience in regulated industries (food pharma etc.) is a plus.
Experience working with international suppliers and subcontractors.
Strong awareness of industrial safety regulations and best practices on construction and commissioning sites.
Structured autonomous and proactive working style with a cross-functional and multidisciplinary mindset.
Ethics compliance commitment and professionalism.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Spanish (native) and high level of English (B2/C1) required; additional languages (French German Portuguese) are a plus.
Willingness and flexibility to travel internationally on a regular basis.

We Offer

Attractive compensation package aligned with experience responsibilities and international exposure.
Private health insurance plan
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible working hours and a hybrid working model (up to two days per week remote).
23 days of vacation per year.
An excellent work environment within an international collaborative and technically strong engineering team.
Continuous internal training and career development opportunities both nationally and internationally.
The opportunity to join a company recognized as a Top Employer 2026.

Did we spark your interest
Then please click apply above to access our guided application process.

Required Experience:

Key Skills

Electrical Engineering
Lighting Design
System Design
Firmware
NEC
LabView
PCB
CAD
Fpga
Autocad
Programmable Logic Controllers
Revit

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