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Mechanic for Customer Support in Workshops

Hybrid in Tarragona·Full-time·Added 10 days ago

Applus IDIADA

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Overview

Job details

  • Full-time hours

    Per the ad.

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Applus IDIADA doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Be near Tarragona for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Higher vocational training (FP Grado Superior)

    “Ciclo Formativo de Grado Superior en Automoción o similar.” — per the ad.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • 1 year of experience in an automotive mechanical workshop.
  • Ease of dealing with customers, understanding their needs, and proactivity in finding solutions.
  • Training in forklift operation is valued.

Education & certifications

  • Higher Vocational Training Degree in Automotive Engineering or similar.
  • User-level computer skills

Languages

  • Good level of English that allows for fluid communication with customers.
  • Knowledge of other languages will be valued.

The role

What you'll do

The selected person will provide support to customers in the IDIADA Proving Grounds workshops

The main tasks for this profile will be:

  • Mechanical work carried out in the IDIADA workshop for jobs commissioned by Proving Grounds customers (mechanical work on vehicles, alignments, wheel balancing, AC charging, etc.)
  • Workshop preparation tasks for customer arrivals
  • Support for incidents related to customer workshops
  • Support tasks in the loading and unloading of customer materials.
  • Maintenance tasks for the Proving Grounds department vehicle fleet

How you'll work

  • Availability to work in shifts from 07:00 to 21:00 (Monday to Friday) and Saturdays from 08:30 to 17:30. With the possibility of a Tuesday to Saturday schedule. (Approximate training period of 3 months with a central shift from 08:30 to 17:30. Subsequently: 1 week from 07:00 to 15:00; 1 week from 08:00 to 17:00; 1 week from 08:30 to 17:30; 1 week from 10:00 to 19:00; and 1 week from 13:00 to 21:00).

Hiring process

WHAT ARE THE STAGES OF THE SELECTION PROCESS?

 Here is your roadmap:

 • 1st: Submit your application and complete our selection questions.

• 2nd: Quick conversation with Human Resources.

• 3rd: Interview with the hiring team and complete English and attitude assessments.

• 4th: Receive your offer and begin your onboarding process.

Let's start this adventure together!

About Applus IDIADA

Applus IDIADA is a global leader in automotive engineering, providing design, testing, homologation, and certification services to vehicle manufacturers worldwide. With a workforce of over 2,800 engineers and technical experts, the company operates state-of-the-art test tracks and laboratories, supporting clients across the entire vehicle development cycle. Its headquarters and main technical center are located in Santa Oliva, Spain, near Barcelona.

In Spain, Applus IDIADA is a key player in the automotive R&D sector, with its main campus in Santa Oliva and additional presence in Barcelona and Madrid. The company actively recruits international engineers, particularly those fluent in Chinese, German, Korean, and Japanese, to support its global client base. Its work culture is highly technical and project-driven, offering relocating professionals the opportunity to work on cutting-edge vehicle testing, emissions certification, and electric vehicle technologies in a multicultural environment.

Industry
Automotive Engineering
Founded
1990
Employees
2,500–5,000
Headquarters
Santa Oliva, Spain
In Spain
Santa Oliva, Barcelona, Madrid
Website
applusidiada.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • The main technical campus is located in Santa Oliva, a small town in Catalonia, about 60 km from Barcelona, offering a quieter lifestyle with easy access to the city.
  • The company actively recruits international engineers, with specific roles requiring fluency in Chinese, German, Japanese, and Korean to support global automotive clients.
  • Applus IDIADA offers a unique opportunity to work with state-of-the-art testing facilities, including proving grounds, wind tunnels, and emissions labs, which are among the most advanced in Europe.
  • The company provides relocation support for international hires, including assistance with visas and work permits, as part of its global talent acquisition strategy.
  • The work environment is highly multicultural, with employees from over 30 countries, making it an attractive option for professionals seeking an international career in automotive engineering.

In their own words

About the company & team

Applus+ IDIADA is a world leader in automotive engineering and offers a dynamic and rewarding professional opportunity for professionals passionate about shaping the future of mobility. As a TOP Employer certified company with more than 3,400 professionals from over 20 countries, we offer a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth alongside colleagues from more than 50 nationalities contributing to safer, more efficient, and more sustainable vehicles.

 Why join?

Enjoy a highly flexible hybrid work model in a company that cares about the well-being of its employees, offering work-life balance benefits such as subsidized dining, free language courses, transportation, and coaching services.

 Join a company with a strong commitment to sustainability and strive to reach your full potential in a dynamic and challenging environment that values innovation and expertise.

 Come and join us on the path to success. 

Additional information

Applus IDIADA is committed to equality,  diversity and inclusion. We don’t put limits on you, so don’t put limits on yourself either. There is a place for everyone.

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