ACCIONA is a global leader in sustainable infrastructure and renewable energy solutions, operating across more than 40 countries. The company focuses on providing innovative solutions for water management, renewable energy production, and large-scale construction projects, positioning itself as a key player in the global transition to a low-carbon economy. With a workforce of over 50,000 employees, it is one of Spain's most prominent multinational corporations and is listed on the IBEX 35 index.

Headquartered in Madrid, ACCIONA offers extensive opportunities for international professionals, particularly in engineering, project management, and sustainability. The company fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment, frequently recruiting global talent for its complex international projects managed from Spain. Its commitment to innovation and sustainability makes it a top choice for professionals looking to build a career in the green energy and infrastructure sectors.

Formed in 1997 through the merger of Entrecanales y Távora and MZOV, companies with roots dating back to the mid-19th century. It has since evolved from a traditional construction firm into a global leader in sustainability and renewable energy.

Desalination Training Internship

ACCIONA

This job was originally posted in Spanish and automatically translated to English.

Job Description

We are a global company, a leader in the development of regenerative infrastructures that generate a positive impact on society. Our workforce, consisting of more than 65,000 professionals and present in more than 40 countries across five continents, contributes to our mission of designing a better planet. We seek people who want to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the greatest global challenges, including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity. Join us in the search for solutions to achieve a sustainable future.

In the ACCIONA Scholarship Program, you will be part of teams that will involve you in projects from day one, accompanied by experts who will help you develop your capabilities and participate in the day-to-day operations of a global company.

ACCIONA, in its Water business, needs to incorporate an intern for its National Desalination department.

Job Description

We are looking for a person to collaborate with the Plant Manager, Assistant Plant Manager, and Maintenance Manager in the operational supervision of the desalination plant.

Main responsibilities:

Assisting technical management in the coordination of work shifts and the monitoring of daily production.
Participation in decision-making regarding the operation of reverse osmosis racks, learning to balance water demand with the efficiency of high-pressure pumping groups and energy recovery systems, always under strict compliance with industrial safety and risk prevention regulations.
Obtaining and analyzing process data through the collection of parameters in the field and in the control system (SCADA).
Preparation of technical reports analyzing membrane performance and the fouling of sand or cartridge filters.
Interpretation of variables to propose adjustments that optimize electrical consumption and the use of chemical products, transforming raw data into useful information to improve plant profitability.
Preparation and implementation of technical procedures and instructions to serve as a guide for the most critical operations, such as plant start-up and shutdown or chemical cleaning protocols (CIP), with the aim of collaborating in the reduction of breakdowns, supervising the correct execution of work orders, and proposing technical improvements that extend the useful life of assets, from sea intake to the treated water tank.

Candidate Requirements

Key requirements:

Complete a 6-month internship part-time or full-time. Incorporation from September to March.
Completion of a degree or official/qualifying master's in
Chemical or Industrial Engineering.
Organizational skills, attention to detail, and teamwork.

What do we expect from you?

We are looking for people with high potential, teamwork capacity, and motivation to grow within an international company. If you believe this is your profile and you are looking to boost your future in a career that generates a positive impact on the planet, you have come to the right place... we want you on our team!

We are a company that values diversity as a source of talent and therefore work to promote an inclusive environment in which respect, belonging, and commitment are promoted so that all people can participate with equal opportunities. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background, or condition. ACCIONA has received the Top Employer 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 certification, which recognizes the Company as one of the best companies to work for in Spain.

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Somos una compañía global, líder en el desarrollo de infraestructuras regenerativas que generan un impacto positivo en la sociedad. Nuestra plantilla, formada por más de 65.000 profesionales y presente en más de 40 países de los cinco continentes, contribuye a nuestra misión de diseñar un planeta mejor. Buscamos personas que quieran marcar la diferencia, promover el desarrollo sostenible y encontrar soluciones a los mayores desafíos globales, incluidos el cambio climático, la sobrepoblación y la escasez hídrica. Únete a nosotros en la búsqueda de soluciones para lograr un futuro sostenible.

En el Programa de Becas de ACCIONA formarás parte de equipos que te involucrarán en proyectos desde el primer día, acompañado por expertos que te ayudarán a desarrollar tus capacidades y participar en el día a día de una empresa global.

ACCIONA, en su negocio de Agua, precisa incorporar un/a becario/a para su departamento de Desalación Nacional.

Descripción del puesto

Buscamos una persona para colaborar con el Jefe de planta, adjunto Jefe de planta y Jefe de Mantenimiento en la supervisión operativa de la instalación desaladora.

Principales responsabilidades:

Asistencia a la dirección técnica en la coordinación de los turnos de trabajo y en el seguimiento de la producción diaria.
Participación en la toma de decisiones sobre la operación de los bastidores de ósmosis inversa, aprendiendo a equilibrar la demanda de agua con la eficiencia de los grupos de bombeo de alta presión y los sistemas de recuperación de energía, siempre bajo el cumplimiento estricto de las normas de seguridad industrial y prevención de riesgos.
Obtención y análisis de datos de procesos mediante la recogida de parámetros en campo y en el sistema de control (SCADA).
Elaboración de informes técnicos donde se analice el rendimiento de las membranas y el ensuciamiento de los filtros de arena o cartuchos.
Interpretación de variables para proponer ajustes que optimicen el consumo eléctrico y el uso de productos químicos, transformando los datos brutos en información útil para mejorar la rentabilidad de la planta.
Elaboración e implementación de procedimientos e instructivos técnicos que sirvan de guía para las operaciones más críticas, como el arranque y parada de la planta o los protocolos de limpieza química (CIP) con el objetivo de colaborar en la reducción de averías, supervisar la correcta ejecución de las órdenes de trabajo y proponer mejoras técnicas que alarguen la vida útil de los activos, desde la captación en el mar hasta el depósito de agua tratada.

Requisitos del candidato

Requisitos clave:

Realizar una beca de 6 meses a media jornada o a jornada completa. Incorporación de septiembre a marzo.
Fin de grado o máster oficial/habilitante de
Ing. Química o Industrial.
Capacidad de organización, atención al detalle y trabajo en equipo.

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