Marlex is a leading Spanish human resources and recruitment consultancy specializing in talent acquisition, temporary staffing, and executive search. With over 30 years of experience and a network of more than 60 offices, the company serves a wide range of industries including aerospace, engineering, healthcare, and administration, positioning itself as one of the top HR firms in the country.

Headquartered in Catalonia, Marlex has a deep-rooted presence across the Spanish territory, with significant operations in Madrid and Barcelona. For international professionals, Marlex acts as a key gateway to the Spanish job market, frequently managing recruitment processes for high-tech sectors like mobility and defense that require multilingual talent and specialized technical expertise.

Founded in 1996 in Girona, Marlex began as a local recruitment firm before expanding nationwide. It has grown into one of the largest HR consultancies in Spain, focusing on proximity to both clients and candidates.

For international professionals

Operates a network of over 60 physical offices across Spain, providing extensive local market coverage.
Specializes in high-growth sectors for international talent, including Aerospace, Engineering, and IT.
Frequently manages recruitment for roles requiring multilingual capabilities, specifically English and French.
Acts as a primary recruiter for major industrial and technology hubs in Madrid, Barcelona, and Andalusia.

Substation Control and Protection Systems Engineer

Marlex Recruiting

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

Job Description

Substation Control and Protection Systems Engineer

At Paul Marlex, we are looking for a control systems engineer to ensure the safety, reliability, and stability of the entire electrical grid.

If you enjoy designing control, protection, and communication systems for substations and are looking for an environment where you can continue to grow technically, this opportunity may be for you.

What will be your mission?

You will be part of the Substation engineering team, participating in the development of high-voltage projects with a key role in the design of control, protection, and communication systems.

Your main responsibilities will be:

Design and calculation of control and protection systems for electrical substations.
Development of detailed engineering and preparation of the project's technical documentation.
Design of communication systems associated with substations.
Technical coordination with the rest of the engineering team to ensure the correct integration of the different disciplines.
Participation in projects with high standards of quality and reliability.

What we are looking for

Degree in Industrial Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
At least 3 years of experience in control and protection engineering for electrical substations.
Experience in the design and calculation of protection settings.
Knowledge of electrical network analysis and simulation tools such as DigSilent, ETAP, PSCAD, PSS®E, CAPE or similar.
Ability to work independently, initiative, and a desire to continue learning.

What will you find here?

Permanent contract.
Flexible schedule and work-life balance measures.
Flexible remuneration (health insurance, restaurant vouchers, and childcare vouchers).
Continuous training and real possibilities for professional growth.
Participation in strategic projects for the energy transition.
An experienced technical team, where sharing knowledge and continuing to develop professionally is part of the daily routine.

View original advert (Spanish)

Ingeniero/a de Sistemas de Control y Protecciones de Subestaciones

Desde Paul Marlex buscamos un/a ingeniero/a de sistemas de control que se asegure de garantizar la seguridad, la fiabilidad y la estabilidad de toda la red eléctrica.

Si disfrutas diseñando sistemas de control, protecciones y comunicaciones para subestaciones, y buscas un entorno donde seguir creciendo técnicamente, esta oportunidad puede ser para ti.

¿Cuál será tu misión?

Formarás parte del equipo de ingeniería de Subestaciones, participando en el desarrollo de proyectos de alta tensión con un papel clave en el diseño de los sistemas de control, protección y comunicaciones.

Tus principales responsabilidades serán:

Diseño y cálculo de sistemas de control y protecciones para subestaciones eléctricas.
Desarrollo de la ingeniería de detalle y elaboración de la documentación técnica del proyecto.
Diseño de sistemas de comunicaciones asociados a subestaciones.
Coordinación técnica con el resto del equipo de ingeniería para garantizar la correcta integración de las distintas disciplinas.
Participación en proyectos con altos estándares de calidad y fiabilidad.

Lo que buscamos

Grado en Ingeniería Industrial o Ingeniería Eléctrica.
Al menos 3 años de experiencia en ingeniería de control y protecciones de subestaciones eléctricas.
Experiencia en el diseño y cálculo de ajustes de protecciones.
Conocimientos de herramientas de análisis y simulación de redes eléctricas como DigSilent, ETAP, PSCAD, PSS®E, CAPE o similares.
Capacidad para trabajar de forma autónoma, iniciativa y ganas de seguir aprendiendo.

¿Qué encontrarás aquí?

Contrato indefinido.
Horario flexible y medidas de conciliación.
Retribución flexible (seguro médico, tarjeta restaurante y ticket guardería).
Formación continua y posibilidades reales de crecimiento profesional.
Participación en proyectos estratégicos para la transición energética.
Un equipo técnico con experiencia, donde compartir conocimiento y seguir desarrollándote profesionalmente forma parte del día a día.