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Electrical Designer

On-site in Valladolid·Added yesterday

Still open when we checked on 8 Oct

Overview

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Lear Corporation doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Work on-site in Valladolid

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 2+ years of experience

    Junior-level role.

  • University degree

    “Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.” — per the ad.

Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

2+ years of experience in electrical design, industrial automation, or machine engineering environments.
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
Experience creating electrical schematics using EPLAN and AutoCAD.
Knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, components, and materials.
Basic English communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and technical documentation tools.

The role

As an Electrical Designer, you will develop and maintain electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic designs for custom machinery and industrial installations. You will play a key role in ensuring designs are technically sound, aligned with customer requirements, and fully integrated with automation systems to support successful project delivery.

What you'll do

Design electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics based on approved customer project specifications.
Collaborate with Automation Programmers to ensure effective machine and system performance within production environments.
Create bills of materials and commercial reference lists for electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic components.
Update and modify schematics throughout the project lifecycle to reflect engineering and production changes.
Monitor the availability of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic components and review stock status when required.
Provide technical support and resolve questions from subcontracted workshops regarding electrical designs.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date machine schematics based on feedback from Electrical Assemblers.
Prepare technical documentation for customer delivery, including schematics, spare parts recommendations, and maintenance plans.
Coordinate activities within the Electrical Design area and support project execution in collaboration with Project Managers.
Ensure designs meet quality standards, customer requirements, and project objectives.

Hiring process

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; if you fit, an HR representative gets in touch and the recruiting team explains the interview process for that role, which varies by role and location

  • Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
  • Candidates who fit are connected with an HR representative first.

About Lear Corporation

Lear Corporation is a global automotive technology company that designs and manufactures seating and electrical distribution systems for major automakers worldwide. With over 160,000 employees across more than 250 locations in 37 countries, Lear is a Fortune 500 company and a leading supplier in the automotive industry, operating through two main business segments: Seating and E-Systems (electrical distribution and electronics).

In Spain, Lear has a significant industrial and engineering presence, with multiple manufacturing plants and technical centers, particularly in Catalonia and other regions. The company offers roles in engineering, manufacturing, IT, logistics, and HR, and is known for its focus on innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. For international professionals, Lear provides opportunities to work in a multicultural environment with global career mobility, especially in engineering and management positions within its E-Systems division.

Industry
Automotive
Founded
1917
Employees
100,000+
Headquarters
Southfield, USA
In Spain
Barcelona, Valls, Roig de Levallois and 1 more
Website
lear.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • Lear has multiple manufacturing plants and technical centers in Spain, primarily in Catalonia (e.g., Barcelona area), offering opportunities in engineering, manufacturing, and IT.
  • The company operates in a global matrix structure, providing international professionals with potential for cross-border career mobility and exposure to global projects.
  • Many roles in Spain are focused on the E-Systems division (electronics and electrical distribution), which is a key growth area for the company.
  • Lear emphasizes continuous improvement and lean manufacturing, so experience with these methodologies is valued.
  • Working at Lear in Spain may require Spanish language skills for plant-based roles, but engineering and management positions often operate in English.

In their own words

About the company & team

We work hard for the people who work for us. We champion our teams and foster collaboration, inclusion, respect and excellence. Because we want to be more for you.

A path to a better career. A better future.

Our teams have invented groundbreaking technologies, manufactured millions of products and earned a long list of awards. Year after year, we're named one of the World's Most Admired Companies.

They're the secret to our success-empowered, inventive and inclusive. Passionate about their craft. Driven to succeed. Because we win together.

Are you ready for a better career? A better future?

Additional information

Lear Corporation is committed to fair, merit‑based employment practices and equal opportunity.

We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. For assistance during the application process, contact your recruiter directly.

Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located. Unsolicited resumes from search firms, employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.

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