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Electrical Engineer

Hybrid in Barcelona·Full-time·Added today (last checked 2 Nov)

AECOM

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Work mode: Hybrid, Barcelona
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 Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
Between 5 and 10 years of experience in the design of electrical installations for buildings and infrastructure.
Demonstrable experience in medium and low voltage (MV/LV) electrical installations.
Experience in sectors such as commercial, healthcare, airport, industrial, transport, or data center buildings.
Fluent level of English and Spanish.
Experience working in multidisciplinary project teams.

Nice to have

Experience in using the following software will be positively valued:

ETAP / Caneco.
AutoCAD.
Revit MEP.
DIALux.
Microsoft Office.

The role

The Building Services Engineering team at AECOM is looking to recruit an Electrical Engineer to participate in the design and development of international projects across various sectors, including commercial buildings, healthcare centers, airports, industrial facilities, transport, data centers, and infrastructure.

The selected person will participate in the design of medium and low voltage electrical systems, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to the development of projects from the initial conceptual phases through to execution and construction.

Main responsibilities

What you'll do

Design and coordinate medium and low voltage (MV/LV) electrical installations, including power distribution, lighting, emergency lighting, grounding, and lightning protection.
Prepare and review calculations, drawings, technical specifications, and reports.
Develop electrical designs for a wide variety of building and infrastructure projects.
Coordinate with architecture, structural, mechanical services, and other specialized discipline teams.
Provide support in technical decision-making during the various phases of project development and execution.
Supervise and mentor junior engineers, as well as contribute to quality assurance and control processes.
Participate in client meetings, the preparation of technical proposals, and project presentations.

How you'll work

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.

Join us and you will obtain all the benefits of being part of a global, publicly traded company: access to industry-leading technology and thought leadership, and transformative work with great impact and work flexibility. As an equal opportunity employer, we believe in the potential of every person and will help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Technical knowledge

Medium and low voltage electrical distribution systems.
Electrical load calculations and power system studies.
Design of lighting and emergency lighting installations.
Backup electrical generation systems.
Grounding and lightning protection systems.
International electrical standards and regulations.

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.

We are proud to be recognized for our leadership, for example, by being ranked #1 by Fortune as the World's Most Admired Company in our industry for two consecutive years.

Join us and become part of a global team of nearly 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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.

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