What they offer
Full-time hours
Per the ad.
Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.
What they ask for
Have the right to work in Spain
Applus IDIADA doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Be near Tarragona for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.
This job was published a year ago
The role
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 3500 professionals in 24 countries, we provide a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth with colleagues from over 57 nationalities contributing to a safer, more efficient, and sustainable vehicles.
IDIADA is a leading company specializing in providing design, engineering, testing and homologation services to the automotive industry worldwide. Our reputation is based on the expertise of an international team of experts, our first class facilities and a constant drive towards innovation. We are constantly looking for dynamic and proactive people to join our team.
IDIADA provides comprehensive design, engineering, and validation services for vehicle development projects in the fields of: ADAS & CAV, Body Development, Chassis Development, Durability & Reliability, Electronics, HVAC & thermal comfort, NVH, Passive Safety, Powertrain.
IDIADA has the most comprehensive proving grounds in Europe and Asia, located in Spain and China. Both facilities offer excellent customer support and a wide variety of test tracks withthe highest standards of safety and confidentiality.
IDIADA offers homologation services in accordance with all European EC and ECE Regulations. We are also accredited for Australia, Europe, Japan, Taiwan, Malaysia and give consultancy services to other countries and regions such as South America (including Brazil), China, Russia, Middle East, Gulf Countries, ASEAN, USA, Canada, among others.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
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.
- Chance to work in a dynamic and challenging environment where you will be able to reach your full potential.
- Constant learning and knowledge sharing with some of the most experienced engineers in the automotive industry.
- Career progression.
- A hybrid work model is a plan that incorporates a mixture of in-office and remote work in an employee's schedule
- Shuttle bus from Barcelona and Tarragona and Internal car sharing app, to promote the sustainable transportation.
- We promote the training and constant learning and we offer paid specialized training and subsidized language courses.
- Subsidized canteen
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
In our company you will have the opportunity to contribute to the future of automotive industry and be part of an exceptional team, composed by more than 3.400 highly skilled engineers and specialists.
We offer you the opportunity to grow in multidisciplinary environment world-wide, building relationships around the world. We are committed to enriching the lives of people around the world by enhancing their professional careers.
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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