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.

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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.

R&D Electrical Manager

Marlex Recruiting

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

Job Description

At Paul Marlex, we are collaborating with an internationally renowned company in the manufacture of lifting machinery, based in Navarra with a presence in markets worldwide, in the search for an R&D Electrical Manager.

What will your mission be in the company?

Analyze and ensure regulatory compliance in the electrical area (Machinery Directive, Low Voltage, EMC, ISO 12100, ISO 13849-1, etc.).
Participate in and lead electrical design, with a special focus on PLC programming, EPLAN schematics, validation tests, and electrical and mechanical calculations.
Continuously coordinate and organize electrical work, collaborating with mechanical engineers and other departments at national and international levels.
Prepare technical documentation and manuals for internal and external use, providing training support to the rest of the organization.
Research and select appropriate electrical components, ensuring functionality and cost optimization.
Manage and develop a team of 3 people within the R&D department.
Coordinate with other areas (Operations, Commercial, Purchasing) and provide support for internal and customer inquiries.

What can we offer you?

Join a consolidated company that is a global benchmark in its sector.
A stable job position with future projection and a career plan within R&D.
Participate in innovative, challenging technological projects with international impact.
Work in a multidisciplinary environment with national and international teams.

What do we need from you?

Education in Electrical, Electronic, or Automation Engineering (Degree, Master's, or Technical/Superior Engineering).
Professional experience of 10+ years in industrial Electrical or Electronic Engineering.
Proficiency in PLC programming and electrical design tools such as EPLAN.
Solid knowledge of applicable regulations: Machinery Directive, Low Voltage, EMC, ISO 12100, ISO 13849-1.
Knowledge of safety functions in industrial machinery.
English level sufficient for an international work environment.
Leadership and team management capacity, as well as skills for interdepartmental coordination.
Previous experience in the lifting machinery sector or heavy-tonnage industrial equipment will be valued.

View original advert (Spanish)

Desde Paul Marlex estamos colaborando con una empresa referente a nivel internacional en la fabricación de maquinaria de elevación, con sede en Navarra y presencia en mercados de todo el mundo, en la búsqueda de un/a Responsable Eléctrico/a de I+D.

¿Cuál será tu misión en la empresa?

Analizar y asegurar el cumplimiento normativo en el área eléctrica (Directiva de Maquinaria, Baja Tensión, EMC, ISO 12100, ISO 13849-1, etc.).
Participar y liderar el diseño eléctrico, con especial foco en la programación de PLCs, esquemas en EPLAN, pruebas de validación y cálculos eléctricos y mecánicos.
Coordinar y organizar los trabajos eléctricos de forma continua, colaborando con mecánicos y otros departamentos a nivel nacional e internacional.
Preparar documentación técnica y manuales para uso interno y externo, dando apoyo formativo al resto de la organización.
Investigar y seleccionar componentes eléctricos adecuados, asegurando funcionalidad y optimización de costes.
Gestionar y desarrollar a un equipo de 3 personas dentro del departamento de I+D.
Coordinar con otras áreas (Operaciones, Comercial, Compras) y dar soporte ante consultas internas y de clientes.

¿Qué te podemos ofrecer?

Incorporarte a una empresa consolidada y referente a nivel mundial en su sector.
Puesto de trabajo estable, con proyección de futuro y plan de carrera dentro de I+D.
Participar en proyectos tecnológicos innovadores, retadores y con impacto internacional.
Trabajar en un entorno multidisciplinar con equipos nacionales e internacionales.

¿Qué necesitamos de ti?

Formación en Ingeniería Eléctrica, Electrónica o Automática (Grado, Máster o Ingeniería Técnica/Superior).
Experiencia profesional de 10+ años en Ingeniería Eléctrica o Electrónica industrial.
Dominio de programación de PLCs y herramientas de diseño eléctrico como EPLAN.
Sólido conocimiento de normativa aplicable: Directiva de Maquinaria, Baja Tensión, EMC, ISO 12100, ISO 13849-1.
Conocimiento de funciones de seguridad en maquinaria industrial.
Nivel de inglés suficiente para entorno laboral internacional.
Capacidad de liderazgo y gestión de equipos, así como habilidades para la coordinación interdepartamental.
Se valorará experiencia previa en el sector de maquinaria de elevación o equipos industriales de gran tonelaje.