Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide, operating a network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in over 100 countries. The company provides specialized testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) services across diverse sectors including energy, construction, chemicals, and consumer goods, helping businesses ensure the safety and quality of their products and processes.

In Spain, Intertek maintains a significant footprint with a focus on supporting the energy, industrial, and nuclear sectors through technical expertise and quality control. For international professionals, the company offers a multicultural environment and the opportunity to work on large-scale infrastructure and energy projects, often requiring English proficiency and technical certifications recognized globally.

Intertek's origins date back to the late 19th century with the founding of marine surveying and testing businesses by Caleb Brett and Milton Hersey. The modern group was formed through the consolidation of various testing and inspection firms, including ETL and Inchcape Testing Services, becoming a public company on the London Stock Exchange in 2002.

For international professionals

Global leader in the Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) industry with operations in over 100 countries.
Strong presence in Spanish industrial hubs, particularly supporting the energy, oil & gas, and nuclear sectors.
Frequent opportunities for specialized engineers, NDT inspectors, and quality assurance auditors.
English is often a primary or highly valued working language due to the international nature of their client base.
Offers a mix of permanent roles and freelance project-based opportunities for technical experts.

This job was published a year ago

Mechanical Inspector - Catalonia

Intertek

This job was originally posted in Spanish and automatically translated to English. You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.

Job Description

At INTERTEK, we are looking for experienced mechanical inspectors to collaborate on ad-hoc inspections for various clients located in Catalonia. The main tasks include technical supervision, quality verification in manufacturing and assembly, and the preparation of reports in accordance with current regulations and client specifications.

We are looking for autonomous, organized professionals with availability to travel throughout the region.

Requirements

Technical training in Mechanical Engineering, Higher Vocational Training (FP Grado Superior) or similar
Previous experience in mechanical inspection (welding, structures, valves, pressure equipment, etc.)
Knowledge of applicable regulations (EN, ASME, ISO...)
Ability to write technical reports in Spanish (English is also valued)
B driving license and availability for travel
Valued: welding courses, certifications (VT, PT, MT), experience in third-party inspections

Benefits

Freelance / project-based collaboration, with flexible hours

Possibility to work with leading clients in their sector

Varied projects that allow for continuous professional development

Technical and operational support from our team

Competitive remuneration based on experience and the scope of each inspection

View original advert (Spanish)

En INTERTEK, estamos buscando inspectores/as mecánicos/as con experiencia para colaborar en inspecciones puntuales (adhoc) en distintos clientes ubicados en Cataluña. Las tareas principales incluyen supervisión técnica, verificación de calidad en fabricación y montaje, y elaboración de informes conforme a normativa vigente y especificaciones del cliente.

Buscamos profesionales autónomos/as, organizados/as y con disponibilidad para desplazarse por la región.

Requirements

Formación técnica en Ingeniería Mecánica, FP de Grado Superior o similar
Experiencia previa en inspección mecánica (soldadura, estructuras, válvulas, equipos a presión, etc.)
Conocimiento de normativa aplicable (EN, ASME, ISO...)
Habilidad para redactar informes técnicos en español (valorable también en inglés)
Carnet de conducir B y disponibilidad para desplazamientos
Valorable: cursos de soldadura, certificaciones (VT, PT, MT), experiencia en inspecciones con terceros

Benefits

Colaboración freelance / por proyecto, con flexibilidad horaria

Posibilidad de trabajar con clientes líderes en su sector

Proyectos variados que permiten el desarrollo profesional continuo