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Maintenance Engineer/Technician LAV Madrid-Valladolid

On-site in Madrid·Full-time·Added 14 days ago (last checked 15 Oct)

Hitachi Rail

4 open roles

Overview

Work mode
On-site, Madrid
Contract
Full-time
Education
University degree

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Skills

Nice to have

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Railway Signaling and Safety

  • Preventive and corrective maintenance of Siemens Westrace MKI and MKII electronic interlockings.
  • Preventive and corrective maintenance of HITACHI point machines (L826H).
  • Preventive and corrective maintenance of DCO technology and/or Fiber DCO Object Detection Systems.
  • Preventive and corrective maintenance of medium power Uninterruptible Power Supply systems (single-phase & three-phase).
  • Preventive and corrective maintenance of fire protection and air conditioning systems for Technical Building infrastructure.
  • Preventive and corrective maintenance of ERTMS Level 1 Automatic Train Protection Systems (Level 2 is a plus).
  • Preventive and corrective maintenance of HITACHI CTC 1000 Centralized Traffic Control systems and Siemens/Dimetronic technology CTC.
  • Preventive and corrective maintenance of Train Detection Systems: FTGS track circuits, TCM100 and/or FS3000. Hitachi Axle Counter System.

Nice to have

  • Temporary mobility to support national and international projects, returning to the initial place of origin after the support period.
  • English.

Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers.

At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail

Education & certifications

  • Technical Engineer / Industrial Engineering Degree / Telecommunications Degree in Electronics or a related field.
  • Higher Vocational Training in Electricity / Electronics / Telecommunications with demonstrated experience in the sector.

The role

Location: Madrid, Madrid, Spain

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Maintenance Engineer/Technician to join an exciting and challenging project. The position will be based in Madrid.

What you'll do

  • Preventive maintenance of field and cab elements throughout the Madrid-Valladolid LAV railway facilities, within the Chamartín work center, whose scope is focused on the Community of Madrid.

How you'll work

Full time

  • Shift work system according to existing needs.
  • 7x24 on-call system during hours without staff presence.

Profession (Job Category)

Engineering & Science

Remote

No

About Hitachi Rail

Hitachi Rail is a global leader in the railway industry, providing comprehensive solutions for urban, mainline, and freight rail markets. The company designs and manufactures rolling stock, including high-speed trains, metros, and trams, and offers signaling systems, digital asset management, and maintenance services. With a strong emphasis on innovation and sustainability, Hitachi Rail partners with transportation companies worldwide to deliver efficient and eco-friendly mobility solutions.

Industry
Rail Transportation
Founded
2015
Employees
10,000–20,000
Headquarters
Tokyo, Japan
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

  • Hitachi Rail has a significant presence in Spain, with offices and projects in cities like Madrid and Barcelona.
  • The company offers roles in engineering, project management, and maintenance, which may require Spanish language skills for local projects.
  • Hitachi Rail is part of the larger Hitachi Group, providing opportunities for career growth and international mobility.
  • The company emphasizes sustainability and digital innovation, offering a dynamic work environment for professionals in the rail sector.

In their own words

About the company & team

Hitachi Rail GTS Spain S.A.U.

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there's something for everyone to get stuck into. And that's where you come in.

Additional information

2026-10-08

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