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Power Laboratory Technician

On-site in Beasain·Added 3 days ago (last checked 11 Nov)

CAF

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Work mode: On-site, Beasain
Contract: Fixed-term
Spanish: Expected (ad in Spanish)
Experience: 2+ years
Education: Higher vocational training (FP Grado Superior)

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Requirements

What we're looking for

At least 2 years of experience in electrical maintenance.

Nice to have

Valued experience: Experience in high voltage environments

Education & certifications

C15 (electrical work according to the metal industry collective agreement)
Theoretical-practical training in crane operation
Theoretical-practical training in forklift operation
Working at heights training

The role

Type of contract offered

Fixed term (6 months) due to production circumstances

Fundamental functions and responsibilities inherent to the position:

Electrical and mechanical assembly of test benches according to diagrams and plans
Technical assistance during type approval testing of prototypes

Requirements and Skills

Higher Vocational Training (FP) in industrial automation and robotics, electronic maintenance, electro-technical and automated systems, power plants, or similar.

Skills

Attend to customers

Acceptance of responsibility

Performing high-quality work

Working safely

Demonstration of technical experience

Critical thinking

Adapting to changes

Creation and maintenance of equipment

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

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.

In their own words

About the company & team

CETEST is an accredited testing laboratory and part of the CAF Group, one of the international leaders in the design and implementation of integral sustainable mobility systems.

CETEST develops measurement solutions and performs testing and analysis aimed at the validation and type approval of vehicles and railway systems.

In this context, the Power Laboratory allows for the configuration and reproduction, in a controlled environment, of test scenarios intended for the testing and validation of railway traction chains and their components, simulating the electrical and operational conditions necessary to evaluate their behavior. Given the increase in projects and activity in this area, we are looking to reinforce the laboratory team.

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