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Substation Project Engineers: Electromechanical Assembly/Protection and Control

Remote from Spain·Full-time·Added 6 months ago (last checked 13 Nov)

Incosa

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Work mode
Remote from Spain
Contract
Full-time
Spanish
Expected (ad in Spanish)
Experience
3+ years
Education
University degree

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

Languages

  • Intermediate English

The role

At Incosa, we are a global company that values talent, commitment, and innovation to develop projects that transform the world, address society's challenges, and create solutions that improve people's lives.

We need to expand our Energy team and, for the full engineering development of substation projects, we are hiring for the following positions:

  1. Substation Electrical Assembly Technical Engineers
  2. Substation Protection and Control Technical Engineers

Geographic location for all of SPAIN and wherever we have physical offices

León/Coruña/Cáceres/Antequera (Málaga)/Valencia/Bullas (Murcia)/Boecillo (Valladolid)

What you'll do

  • Development of electromechanical engineering for HV/MV substation projects within the Transmission and Distribution network, both for new construction projects as well as expansions or retrofits. 
  • Preparation and review of layouts, floor plans, sections, single-line diagrams, assembly and main wiring plans, equipment arrangement, structures and supports, busbars, conductors, power cables, conduits and grounding networks. 
  • Integration of HV/MV switchgear, power and measurement transformers, surge arresters, cubicles, auxiliary services and associated equipment. Preparation of equipment and material lists, measurements and technical documentation; coordination with civil works, protection and control, manufacturers and project managers; management of comments and updating of documentation up to the as built version.
  • Occasional support for construction inquiries and technical visits.

Education: Industrial Engineering, Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent; or Higher Vocational Training (FP Superior) in Electrotechnical and Automated Systems/Electromechanics. Higher Technician in Industrial Automation and Robotics, Electricity and Electronics.

Years of experience: 3 to 5 years.

  • Development of protection, control, measurement, signaling and auxiliary services engineering for HV/MV substation projects within the Transmission and Distribution network, both for new construction projects as well as expansions or retrofits. 
  • Preparation and review of single-line, developed, logic and wiring diagrams; definition of protection, control and measurement cabinets; control and trip circuits; lists of signals, cables, terminals and materials; interconnections with position and substation control units, telecontrol and associated equipment.
  • Integration of manufacturer documentation, coordination with electromechanical engineering, telecommunications, testing and project managers, resolution of comments and updating of documentation up to as built.
  • Occasional support for checks, testing or technical visits when required by the assignment.

Requirements

Education: Industrial Engineering, Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent; or Higher Vocational Training (FP Superior) in Electrotechnical and Automated Systems/Electromechanics, Electricity and Electronics and/or similar.

Years of experience: 3 to 5 years.

Tools/Software: Necessary good proficiency in AutoCAD, Desirable ePLAN, Navisworks and ProjectWise 

Valuable requirements

  • Knowledge of UCS, UCP, telecontrol, SCADA and communications associated with protection.
  • Proficiency in EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent tool.
  • Experience in adjustments, parameterization, trip matrices, functional testing or commissioning.
  • Knowledge of CDE/ProjectWise and revision traceability.
  • Experience with Revit and BIM methodology applied to protection and control equipment.

What We Offer:...

A dynamic and challenging work environment, where you will have the opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to the success of impactful projects.

Flexible working hours are offered to help balance work and personal life. Direct access to the company's training program, with the possibility of proposing additional complementary training that may be necessary for personal or company development.

The selected candidate will be able to demonstrate their worth, with the potential to develop a career plan, growing professionally and advancing to management and leadership positions.

Possibility of remote work depending on the level of the role.

About Incosa

Incosa is a Spanish engineering and construction group specializing in infrastructure, energy, and building projects. The company provides comprehensive services across the full project lifecycle, from design and technical consulting to construction management and execution, with a strong focus on electrical substations, railway lines, and renewable energy installations. With a workforce of several thousand professionals, Incosa operates across Spain and internationally, delivering complex technical projects for both public and private clients.

In Spain, Incosa has a significant presence with offices in Madrid, Barcelona, and other key cities, and is a well-known employer for engineers, architects, and technical specialists. The company is known for its strong commitment to training and developing young talent, offering structured programs for recent graduates. For international professionals, Incosa offers opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure projects in Spain, with Spanish language skills being a key asset, and provides a pathway to integrate into the Spanish engineering job market.

Industry
Engineering
Founded
1970
Employees
1,000–5,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Valladolid and 2 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • Incosa offers structured graduate programs and training opportunities for recently qualified engineers, which can be a good entry point for international professionals.
  • The company works on large-scale infrastructure projects (substations, railways, renewable energy), providing experience in high-demand sectors of the Spanish engineering market.
  • While Spanish is the working language, the company's involvement in international projects may offer opportunities for multilingual professionals.
  • Incosa has offices in several Spanish cities, allowing for flexibility in where you may be based within Spain.
  • The company is a well-established player in the Spanish engineering market, which can provide good career stability for international hires.
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