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Hybrid in Madrid·Full-time·Added 3 months ago (last checked 26 Oct)
Our summary
- Work mode
- Hybrid, Madrid
- Contract
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Fluent
- English
- Required
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- University degree






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Skills
This job advert was originally written in Spanish.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- University degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in designing electronic security systems for buildings and facilities.
- Advanced level of English and Spanish, both spoken and written.
- Knowledge of applicable regulations and standards for electronic security.
- Experience in evaluating and selecting technology vendors.
- Proficiency in design tools such as AutoCAD, Visio, and Revit.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail.
Nice to have
- Experience with wired and wireless telecommunications infrastructure, voice alarm evacuation systems, and building monitoring and control systems will be valued.
- Previous experience in international projects will be particularly valued.
The role
AECOM's Building Engineering team is at the forefront of its discipline, designing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems that are essential to ensuring buildings operate safely, comfortably, and sustainably. We apply cutting-edge methodologies and technologies, including Building Information Modelling (BIM), which enables more efficient design and workflow throughout every phase of a project's lifecycle.
We are looking for a Senior Engineer with solid experience in designing telecommunications and electronic security systems to join our team in Spain. This role is ideal for professionals passionate about developing detailed technical designs for building installations and eager to grow by participating in multidisciplinary projects of medium and high complexity within an international environment.
Our projects span sectors such as industrial, healthcare, education, leisure, aviation, commercial, and defense. If you enjoy solving complex technical challenges, working with precision, and turning innovative solutions into real-world designs, this position will allow you to reach your full potential as an engineer.
Main responsibilities
What you'll do
- Design integrated electronic security systems: CCTV/video surveillance, access control, intrusion detection, and associated infrastructure.
- Prepare detailed technical documentation: calculations, schematics, diagrams, reports, and specifications.
- Define the location of cameras and devices, considering field of view, coverage, and the minimization of blind spots.
- Coordinate the design with architecture, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing teams to ensure the functional integration of systems.
- Participate in technical coordination meetings and collaborate on defining the spatial requirements for telecommunications systems.
- Propose technical solutions for new challenges and identify potential discrepancies in results.
- Contribute to the development of technical proposals for tenders and new projects.
About AECOM
AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design, and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy, and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social, and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm with professional services revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location, or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit, and pioneering mindset are fostered.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds, and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
We offer a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We are the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we are in this together – your growth and success are ours too.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
About AECOM
AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services in design, engineering, construction, and program management. With over 50,000 employees worldwide, it operates across sectors including transportation, buildings, water, energy, and the environment, serving public and private clients on projects ranging from highways and rail systems to data centers and environmental remediation.
In Spain, AECOM has a significant presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, employing local engineers and specialists. The company is actively hiring for roles in civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering, as well as BIM and CAD positions, reflecting its involvement in major infrastructure projects across the country. For international professionals, AECOM offers opportunities to work on diverse projects, a global career network, and a collaborative work environment that values technical excellence and innovation.
- Industry
- Engineering
- Founded
- 1990
- Employees
- 50,000+
- Headquarters
- Dallas, USA
- In Spain
- Madrid, Barcelona
Good to know if you are moving
- AECOM has offices in Madrid and Barcelona, providing local employment opportunities in Spain.
- The company is a global leader in infrastructure consulting, offering international career mobility and exposure to large-scale projects.
- Many roles in Spain are bilingual (Spanish/English), and the company supports professional development and technical training.
- AECOM's Spanish operations focus on transportation, water, and environmental projects, with opportunities for engineers and designers.
- The company offers competitive benefits and a collaborative work culture, with a strong emphasis on safety and sustainability.
In their own words
About the company & team
At AECOM, we deliver a better world.
Whether it's improving transport links, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, we believe infrastructure has the power to improve communities and people's lives.
We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, and as such, we bring together the best people, ideas, and digital solutions, as well as the best technical knowledge. We partner with our clients to turn their ambitions into action and change the world for the better.
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