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Application Engineer

On-site in Zaragoza·Added today (last checked 21 Oct)

Certest Biotec

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Overview

Work mode: On-site, Zaragoza
English: Required
Education: University degree

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This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

• University degree in Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Knowledge of programming and automation systems.
• Advanced level of English, oral and written, allowing for technical conversations, presentations, and delivering training to international clients (C1 certificate not required).
• Availability to travel internationally.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, autonomy, initiative, and customer orientation.
• Communication skills and ease with public speaking, as well as the ability to work both independently and in multidisciplinary teams.

Nice to have

• Experience in the development, implementation, and optimization of applications and automation in instrumentation equipment.
• Experience in the biotechnology, laboratory, or in vitro diagnostics (IVD) sector.
• Experience in equipment installation, technical training, and customer support.

The role

We are looking for an engineering profile to develop, optimize, and implement applications on automation and instrumentation platforms used in the field of in vitro diagnostics, combining technical work, collaboration with other teams, and contact with international clients.

What you'll do

• Develop, configure, implement, and optimize applications on different automation and instrumentation platforms.
• Participate in the integration, installation, commissioning, and verification of the correct functioning of equipment, both internally and at client facilities.
• Provide specialized technical support to clients, distributors, and internal teams; diagnose incidents and collaborate on their resolution.
• Perform and coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance tasks for equipment, as well as propose operational improvements.
• Prepare and deliver training, demonstrations, and technical presentations to users, clients, distributors, and internal staff.
• Prepare, review, and maintain technical project documentation: procedures, protocols, manuals, reports, and installation or maintenance records.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on development, continuous improvement, and implementation projects for automated solutions.
• Participate in international travel for installations, training, and application support.

About Certest Biotec

Certest Biotec is a Spanish biotechnology company specializing in the development and manufacturing of in vitro diagnostic (IVD) products, including rapid tests, molecular diagnostics, and immunodiagnostics. Headquartered in Zaragoza, Spain, the company operates across the full value chain from R&D to production, serving clinical, veterinary, and industrial markets worldwide. With a strong focus on innovation, Certest Biotec has grown into a recognized player in the European diagnostics sector, offering a wide range of CE-marked products.

In Spain, Certest Biotec's main operations are based in Zaragoza, where it maintains its R&D laboratories and manufacturing facilities. The company is known for its collaborative and science-driven work culture, making it an attractive option for international professionals in the biotech and diagnostics fields. With a growing international footprint, Certest Biotec offers opportunities for scientists and engineers to work on cutting-edge diagnostic technologies, and its location in Zaragoza provides a lower cost of living compared to larger Spanish cities while still offering a vibrant professional environment.

Industry: Diagnostics and Biotech
Founded: 2005
Employees: 250–500
Headquarters: Zaragoza, Spain
In Spain: Zaragoza
Website: certest.es

Good to know if you are moving

Certest Biotec is headquartered in Zaragoza, Spain, offering a lower cost of living compared to Madrid or Barcelona.
The company is a Spanish-founded biotech firm, providing an opportunity to work in a growing local industry with international reach.
Zaragoza is well-connected by high-speed rail (AVE) to Madrid and Barcelona, making travel easy.
The company's R&D and manufacturing are co-located in Zaragoza, allowing scientists to work across the full product lifecycle.
Certest Biotec has a strong focus on innovation, with a significant portion of its workforce dedicated to R&D.

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