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Industrial Engineer

On-site in Valls·Added 9 days ago

Lear Corporation

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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 Valls
No relocation package mentioned.
University degree
“Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.” — per the ad.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
Master's degree in Engineering is a plus.
Experience in manufacturing engineering, industrialization, or process engineering within a production environment.
Knowledge of electronics manufacturing processes, including SMT, automation, and testing.
Fluent English communication skills, with strong leadership, initiative, and stakeholder management abilities.

The role

As part of the manufacturing engineering team, you will lead the industrialization of new products and production lines within a fast-paced automotive electronics environment. You will help ensure high-quality, efficient, and innovative manufacturing processes that support successful product launches and continuous operational improvement.

What you'll do

Lead the industrialization of new product launches and ensure successful production ramp-up.
Plan, design, and implement new production lines to meet quality, capacity, and efficiency targets.
Coordinate project industrialization activities and ensure achievement of defined milestones.
Identify and introduce new manufacturing technologies that improve production performance.
Support Factory 4.0 initiatives through the execution of automation and innovation projects.
Design and optimize manufacturing processes to meet customer, quality, and business requirements.
Analyze production performance and implement continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure process readiness, equipment reliability, and launch success.

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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