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Senior Industrial Project Engineer

On-site in Gijón·Added 3 days ago (last checked 30 Oct)

Indra

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Work mode: On-site, Gijón
English: Required
Experience: 5+ years
Education: University degree

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

🎯What are we looking for in you?

Don't worry if you don't meet 100% of what we're looking for. Go ahead, get to know our proposal, and tell us what you can bring!

Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electronic, Electrical, Aeronautical Engineering, or similar.
At least 5 years of demonstrable experience in industrial environments.
Experience in the simultaneous management of several technical projects.
English level B2 or higher, with the ability to operate in technical meetings and interpret specialized documentation.
Previous experience in serial production lines and prototype manufacturing.
CAD software knowledge at a user level for the visualization and generation of 3D models and 2D drawings.
Ability to interpret drawings and design and manufacturing regulations.
Excellent communication, coordination, and teamwork skills in demanding, high-pressure environments.

Nice to have

Experience with configuration-controlled products will be valued.
Knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic diagrams is desirable.
Previous experience in the defense or automotive sectors is highly valued.
Possession of an MBA and/or Master's in Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or Automotive Industry will be positively valued.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

🚀What do we offer?

Innovative and large-scale projects: you will participate in complex industrial initiatives with national and international impact.
Career plan tailored to you: designed to boost your professional growth and development.
Autonomy and Flexibility: you will have organizational capacity and active participation in technical decision-making.
Stability and future: you will be part of a leading company with long-term strategic projects.
Days off: 22 working days of vacation + personal days.
Close and transparent environment: you will enjoy direct and fluid communication with managers and colleagues, in a collaborative and open environment.
Continuous training: access to training platforms and professional development plans.
Discounts and employee benefits: exclusive benefits in multiple services and activities.
National and international mobility: possibility to collaborate with leading customers, suppliers, and production centers.

The role

At Indra Group, we protect what matters most.

💻 Join our industrial team and participate in high-impact manufacturing and integration projects!

We want to hire a Senior Industrial Projects Engineer to join the Process Engineering department at our manufacturing and integration plant in Barros, Gijón. We are looking for a profile with experience in industrial project management, capable of coordinating different initiatives simultaneously, reporting directly to the department manager.

What you'll do

💡What will you do?

Comprehensive monitoring of industrial projects and coordination with the various technical areas involved.
Review of technical documentation, participation in follow-up meetings, and preparation of progress reports.
Management and coordination of subcontracted resources, ensuring compliance with milestones, deadlines, and quality standards.
Supervision of the development of technical activities and validation of deliverables.
Liaison with national and international suppliers and customers.
Conducting technical visits to guarantee the correct execution of projects.
Collaboration with other production centers of the company when project needs require it.

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews1–2 weeks in all

Profile review
First contact
With recruitment team · Phone call · 5–10 min
A short call to get to know you and answer your questions.
Technical interview
With the team
A meeting with the team, who explain the project and day-to-day tasks and explore your technical knowledge; it may include short aptitude and English tests.
Offer and welcome

The technical interview may include short psychological aptitude and English tests if needed.
The first call may come from an unknown number.

Hiring process

🕓What is our selection process like?

Profile review: we evaluate your experience and professional career to identify the fit with the position.
First contact (5-10 min): initial conversation to get to know each other better and resolve your doubts.
Interview with the talent attraction team: we will explain our project, culture, and development opportunities to you.
Technical interview: you will meet the team and we will delve into your experience, knowledge, and capabilities for the position.
Offer and welcome: if all goes well, you will join our team to begin a new professional stage.

Estimated process time: 2-3 weeks.

About Indra

Indra is a global technology and consulting company headquartered in Madrid, Spain, and a leader in IT and defense systems. It provides advanced solutions in air traffic management, defense electronics, cybersecurity, and digital transformation for clients worldwide. With a workforce of over 50,000 employees, Indra operates in more than 140 countries, making it one of Europe's largest defense and technology firms.

In Spain, Indra has a strong presence with major offices in Madrid, Alcobendas, and other cities, and it is a key player in the national defense and aerospace sectors. The company offers a wide range of roles for international professionals, from engineering and cybersecurity to project management and software development. Indra's work culture emphasizes innovation and technical excellence, and it actively recruits international talent, providing opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects in defense, space, and digital transformation.

Industry: IT and Defense
Founded: 1993
Employees: 50,000+
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Alcobendas

Good to know if you are moving

Indra is a major defense contractor, offering opportunities to work on advanced defense systems like SCAPA and NGWS.
The company has a strong focus on innovation, with significant investment in R&D and technology development.
Indra provides hybrid and remote work options for many roles, offering flexibility for international hires.
With offices in Madrid and Barcelona, Indra offers a chance to live in Spain's two largest cities.
Indra is a global leader in air traffic management, with its systems used in over 100 countries.

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As a company, we understand equality as a transversal principle and a driver of social change. From this conviction, we reaffirm our commitment to equal treatment and opportunities between women and men, non-discrimination, equal pay, and the reconciliation of professional and personal life.

This commitment is realized through the promotion of respectful and inclusive work environments, in which all people are treated with dignity, can develop professionally, and have equal opportunities in selection, training, and promotion processes, offering a work environment free from any discrimination on the basis of sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, ethnicity, marital status, or any other personal or social circumstance.

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