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Manufacturing Engineer

On-site in Irún·Added 4 days ago

CAF

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Overview

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
CAF doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Speak fluent Spanish
Listed as a requirement in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
French
The ad asks for French, or counts it in your favour.
Basque
The ad asks for Basque, or counts it in your favour.
Work on-site in Irún
No relocation package mentioned.
University degree
“Formación Académica: Ingeniería Técnica, Grado en Ingeniería o Ingeniería Superior” — per the ad.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Academic Background: Technical Engineering, Engineering Degree, or Higher Engineering
Professional Experience:
- Responsibility positions in Production Engineering or Production
- Continuous improvement, LEAN Manufacturing, KAIZEN
- Project management
- Project leadership work abroad will be valued
Required Languages:
- An advanced level of Basque, Spanish, and English is required.
- Knowledge of other languages, especially French and/or German, will be positively valued.
Generic Competencies:
- Commitment
- Leadership and Teamwork Capacity
- Orientation towards Improvement
- Communication skills
Technical Competencies:
- Advanced knowledge of Office and Office environment: Excel (pivot tables, macros, Pivot,...), SharePoint, Teams,...
- Knowledge of Power Platform: Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate (will be valued)
- Knowledge of SAP will be valued

The role

Would you like to be part of a leading industrial company and contribute to the continuous improvement of our production processes?

We are looking to hire a Manufacturing Engineer for our Irun plant, a key position within the Production area, from which you will lead a team, optimize processes, and actively participate in achieving manufacturing objectives.

What you'll do

Lead production teams, managing middle management and technical staff.
Plan, coordinate, and monitor manufacturing activity.
Design and implement workshop layouts oriented towards the optimization of flows and resources.
Define and supervise the logistics activity associated with the production area. Analyze, control, and monitor manufacturing costs.
Drive continuous improvement projects through Lean Manufacturing and KAIZEN methodologies.
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and productivity standards.

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews

Application review
Preliminary conversation
With talent attraction team
Interviews with the department
With a relevant department
A round of interviews with the relevant department.
Reference checks and competency tests

About CAF

CAF (Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles) is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and maintenance of railway vehicles, including high-speed trains, metros, trams, and locomotives. Headquartered in Beasain, Spain, the company operates worldwide with production plants and engineering centers across Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Africa, and employs over 13,000 people. CAF is a key player in the rail industry, known for its advanced signaling systems (CBTC) and turnkey projects.

In Spain, CAF has its main engineering and manufacturing hubs in the Basque Country (Beasain, Irun, Zaragoza) and also operates in Madrid and other regions. The company offers a wide range of roles for international professionals, from engineering and software development to project management and technical support, with many positions requiring German or English. CAF's culture emphasizes innovation, sustainability, and talent development, making it an attractive employer for those seeking to work in the rail sector in Spain.

Industry: Rail Manufacturing
Founded: 1917
Employees: 10,000–15,000
Headquarters: Beasain, Spain
In Spain: Beasain, Madrid, Zaragoza
Website: cafmobility.com

Good to know if you are moving

CAF is headquartered in Beasain, a small town in the Basque Country, but has major engineering centers in Madrid and Zaragoza, offering diverse locations for international hires.
Many roles require German or English, making it a good fit for multilingual professionals, and the company supports relocation with structured onboarding.
CAF offers a 'Jóvenes Talentos' (Young Talents) program and internships for students, providing a clear entry path for early-career engineers.
The company is a global leader in rail manufacturing, with projects in over 30 countries, offering international mobility opportunities.
CAF emphasizes innovation in areas like AI, cybersecurity, and CBTC signaling, making it a strong choice for tech-focused engineers.

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