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Hybrid in Zamudio·Added today (last checked 28 Oct)
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- Work mode
- Hybrid, Zamudio
- Education
- Higher vocational training (FP Grado Superior)


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Skills
This job advert was originally written in Spanish.
Requirements
What we're looking for
• Training: Higher Vocational Training (Drafting, Electricity/Electronics) or equivalent.
• Proficiency in: AutoCAD (2D). + Office suites: Microsoft 365. + EDMS: ProjectWise, SharePoint, or others.
Nice to have
• EPLAN Electric P8.
• Interpretation of electrical diagrams.
• Technical specifications for utilities or EPC projects.
• Practical knowledge of: + Protection and control equipment. + Typical deliverables such as single-line diagrams or front views and bills of materials.
The role
Ingeteam, a leading company specialized in electrical engineering and the development of electrical equipment, motors, generators, and frequency converters, is looking to hire a Substation Engineering Drafter for its Zamudio facilities.
Mission
The Protection and Control Engineering Drafter will be responsible for developing, updating, and maintaining the technical documentation associated with high-voltage electrical substation projects, guaranteeing the quality, consistency, and traceability of deliverables in accordance with applicable regulations and client specifications.
What you'll do
• Drafting of: Single-line diagrams. + Developed diagrams. + Front views, interior layouts, and bills of materials for cabinets, panels, and boxes. + Interconnection diagrams. + Cable lists. + Wiring diagrams. • Incorporation of engineering, manufacturing, construction, and testing redlines; issuance of revisions and "as-built" drawings.
• Document control: coding, nomenclature, version management, compliance with client standards.
• Preparation of documentation for delivery to the client.
Skills
• Technical rigor and quality orientation.
• Time management and prioritization.
• Teamwork and multidisciplinary interaction.
• Proactivity to resolve inconsistencies and propose improvements.
• Continuous learning.
About Ingeteam
Ingeteam is a Spanish multinational engineering company specializing in power and energy conversion equipment, particularly power electronics, inverters, and control systems for renewable energy (solar PV, wind, hydro) and the industrial sector. Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Zamudio (Biscay), the company has grown to over 4,000 employees worldwide, with a strong R&D focus and a global footprint in more than 25 countries. Its core business spans from power electronics and control systems to energy storage and electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
Ingeteam has a significant presence in Spain, with its global headquarters in Zamudio and additional engineering and R&D centers in Sarriguren and other Spanish locations. The company is known for its strong engineering culture, offering a wide range of technical roles (embedded systems, power electronics, control systems, software, and testing) and is a relevant employer for international engineers and technical professionals looking to work in the Spanish energy sector. They offer a multicultural environment and are actively involved in the renewable energy transition, making them an attractive option for international talent.
- Industry
- Energy Technology
- Founded
- 2007
- Employees
- 4,000–5,000
- Headquarters
- Zamudio, Spain
- In Spain
- Zamudio, Sarriguren, Barcelona and 1 more
Good to know if you are moving
- Global HQ is in Zamudio (Biscay), Spain, with major engineering centers in the Basque Country (Zamudio, Sarriguren) and other Spanish cities like Barcelona and Valencia.
- Ingeteam offers a wide range of technical roles (embedded systems, power electronics, control, cybersecurity, testing) and is a major employer of engineers in the Spanish energy sector.
- The company is a global leader in power electronics and renewable energy conversion, which is a strong asset for an international career in the energy transition.
- Ingeteam has a strong commitment to R&D (over 5% of revenue) and offers structured development programs for young engineers.
- Working language in many technical teams is Spanish; international candidates with strong Spanish skills will integrate faster.
In their own words
Additional information
At Ingeteam we value diversity and facilitate the integration of people with disabilities. Therefore, if you meet the general requirements of the position and hold a certificate of disability equal to or greater than 33%, Ingeteam will positively assess your application.
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