Junior Engineer for Automotive, ADAS
This role involves developing testing methods and performing physical and virtual testing for ADAS systems. It offers a flexible hybrid work model and professional growth opportunities.
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- 1 to 5 years of experience in automotive industry
- Good communication skills and confident in discussions at different hierarchical levels
- Recognizable empathy, with team spirit, proactive attitude and with high level of assertiveness
- Committed, goal driven, with successful result and strong service orientation
- Open to work in a very international company with multicultural team
- Passionate of the automotive world
- Robotics, electronics, instrumentation and radio-control knowledge is an asset
- Previous experience in testing is an asset
- Automotive technical knowledge: knowledge of main vehicle component functions and behaviors
Education
- Automotive or mechanical engineer
Languages
- English: Professional working proficiency (minimum B2)
- Any other language is an asset
Enjoy a highly flexible hybrid work model in a company that takes care of the employees’ wellbeing, offering work-life balance benefits such as subsidized canteen, free language courses, transport and coaching services.
Join a company that has a deep commitment to sustainability and push yourself to reach your full potential in a dynamic and challenging setting that values innovation and expertise.
Come & join us on the road to success.
As part of the Brake department, the testing engineer will be responsible to manage testing and development activities as regards to brake system and misuse testing.
Main responsibilities:
- Organize and manage test plan and the test samples (vehicle and test parts)
- Understand and apply the test procedure
- Configuration of instrumentation and acquisition system (data logger, sensors, driverless robots, etc...)
- Supervision and management of brake/misuse tests
- Participate or conduct the test on the proving ground if necessary
- Data analysis and reporting to final client
- Participation in project meetings with customers
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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.
Applus+ IDIADA is a global leader in automotive engineering, offering a dynamic and rewarding career opportunity for professionals passionate about shaping the future of mobility. As a TOP Employer certified company with over 3400 professionals from more than 20 countries, we provide a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth with colleagues from over 50 nationalities contributing to a safer, more efficient, and sustainable vehicles.
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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