The English-language job board for Spain

SpainJobs.io

Machining Laboratory Technician

On-site in Getafe·Full-time·Added 25 days ago

IMDEA Materials

8 open roles

Apply

Overview

Job details

  • Full-time hours

    Per the ad.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    IMDEA Materials doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Work on-site in Getafe

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Vocational training (FP Grado Medio)

    “Ciclo formativo medio en mecanizado.” — per the ad.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Full-time contract.

Applications are processed upon reception. The position might be closed once ten working days have passed since publication, so we encourage early application.

The working language of the Institute is English. Full command of the English language is required in all positions.

WHAT YOU WILL FIND AT IMDEA

Stimulating environment where you can grow professionally.

IMDEA Materials Institute is committed to equal opportunities, diversity and the promotion of a healthy work environment and work-life balance. Female applicants are encouraged to apply to our research and technical positions. See our Gender Equality Plan here and our Code of Ethics here.

Besides on-the-job technical training, IMDEA Materials Institute is committed to training the Institute's scientists and staff in "soft" or transversal skills. See the available training here.

Meet some of our alumni to see what it is like to work with us.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Experience as a laboratory technician in research institutions, in a multinational and multicultural environment, and/or in the management of a workshop with similar characteristics.
  • Previous experience in the processing of metal alloys and polymer matrix composite materials.
  • Experience in the machining of Ni-Ti superalloys, metal alloys with aerospace and automotive applications, and composite materials, using both machine tools and hand tools.
  • Experience in EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining).
  • Experience in handling 3D printers (Prusa, Ultimaker, Makerbot, etc.)
  • Experience in TIG welding, both in steels, stainless steels, and aluminum.
  • Excellent organizational skills, proactivity, and orientation toward teamwork.

Initiative, flexibility, and ability for problem-solving.

Education & certifications

  • Intermediate vocational training in machining.

Languages

  • Basic level of English (spoken and written).

The role

Machining Laboratory Technician.

What you'll do

The main tasks of the position are the following:

  • Design and machining of tooling for material testing, cutting of composite materials, as well as adjustment and repair of tooling and equipment.
  • Design and manufacture of prototypes using polymer matrix additive manufacturing techniques.
  • General tasks regarding management and maintenance of workshop equipment and compliance with risk prevention regulations within the workshop.

About IMDEA Materials

IMDEA Materials Institute is a public research centre in Spain, part of the Madrid Institutes for Advanced Studies network. Founded in 2007, it focuses on materials science and engineering, conducting research across 18 groups in areas like fire-resistant materials, battery materials, biomaterials, and simulation. The institute collaborates with industry and offers positions for researchers, engineers, and technicians.

Industry
Materials research
Founded
2007
Headquarters
Getafe, Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Getafe, Madrid
Website
materials.imdea.org

Good to know if you are moving

  • The institute is a public research centre in Spain, offering positions for predoctoral researchers, postdoctoral researchers, and research support staff.
  • It has a dedicated careers page with open vacancies and a section for foreign researchers in Spain, indicating support for international applicants.
  • The institute is part of the Madrid Institutes for Advanced Studies network, which may provide a collaborative research environment.
  • Located in Getafe, Madrid, Spain, it offers opportunities in materials science and engineering research.

In their own words

About the company & team

IMDEA Materials Institute is a public research organization founded in 2007 by Madrid's regional government to carry out research of excellence in Material Science and Engineering by attracting talent from all over the world to work in an international and multidisciplinary environment. IMDEA Materials has grown rapidly since its foundation and currently includes more than 120 researchers from 22 nationalities and has become one of the leading research centers in materials in Europe which has received the María de Maeztu seal of excellence from the Spanish government. The research activities have been focused on the areas of materials for transport, energy, and health care and the Institute has state-of-the-art facilities for processing, characterization and simulation of advanced materials.

Additional information

More information can be found at our webpage.

All open roles at IMDEA Materials

More jobs like this

or browse Junior·Research Institutes & Deep Tech·Community of Madrid·Materials research

WhatsApp

More jobs from IMDEA Materials

Related Jobs