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Mechanical Engineer Design and Finite Element Analysis

On-site in Barcelona·Added 4 months ago (last checked 15 Oct)

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Michael Page España

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Overview

Salary
€33,000 - €37,000 a year

About €2,090 - €2,310 a month after tax.

Work mode
On-site, Barcelona
Contract
Permanent contract
Hours
Jornada intensiva on Fridays · Split day (jornada partida)
Education
University degree
Driving licence
Required

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Permanent contract.
  • Located in Hospitalet de Llobregat (proximity is important).
  • Split shift from Monday to Thursday and intensive day on Friday.
  • On-site position with the possibility of occasional remote work.
  • Stable project in a leading and highly specialized company.
  • Participation in international projects and a high-level technical environment.

The role

As a Mechanical Engineer for design and finite element analysis, you will join a leading international company in the railway sector, with a technical role focused on mechanical design and structural calculation. You will participate in critical infrastructure projects, combining office work with client contact and occasional site visits. Stable position with high technical impact and long-term development.

  • Stable project in a leading company with global presence
  • Technical position focused on mechanical design (80%) and structural calculation (20%).

What you'll do

The duties you will carry out as a Mechanical Engineer for design and finite element analysis will be the following:

  • Carrying out tasks in mechanical systems design using different materials: steel, concrete, rubber, and plastic.
  • Mechanical design of components and rail fastening systems.
  • Preparation of assembly drawings and detailed parts in AutoCAD.
  • 3D modeling with SolidWorks, including curved surfaces.
  • Performing basic finite element calculations (FEM).
  • Defining boundary conditions and applying loads.
  • Converting client requirements and technical information into executable designs.
  • Presenting technical justifications and ensuring compliance with railway regulations and safety requirements.
  • Writing technical documentation: manuals, reports, and validations.
  • Identifying design improvements and optimizing solutions.
  • Liaising with internal departments (quality, purchasing, suppliers).
  • Managing relationships with suppliers.
  • Making occasional site visits to client and supplier facilities for data collection and issue resolution.
  • Supervising testing and product validations.

Who are we looking for (M/F/D)?

The requirements that the Mechanical Engineer for design and finite element analysis must meet are the following:

  • Education in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or similar.
  • Experience in mechanical design combined with knowledge of structural calculation.
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
  • Knowledge of finite element analysis (FEM).
  • Valuable experience in engineering consultancies or civil projects.
  • Ability to understand real load conditions and structural behavior.
  • Experience in writing technical documentation.
  • Knowledge of or interest in railway sector regulations.
  • Self-driven profile in mechanical design, resourceful, versatile, organized, proactive, and disciplined.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team.
  • Interest in a position with stable growth, mainly technical in nature.
  • Driving license and availability for occasional domestic and international visits.

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews
  1. CV registration

  2. Consultant contact

    With a specialist Michael Page consultant

    If they see that your experience and motivations fit the values and needs of a hiring company, they will contact you to start the selection process: they will learn about your expectations, answer your questions and help you prepare for each stage of the process.

  3. Company interview

    With a client company

    If your application progresses, we will help you prepare for the interview with useful information about the company, its culture and what it looks for in a profile like yours.

  4. Final stage and negotiation · With a client company

  • The final stages are set by the client company: Michael Page acts as an intermediary, and the interview and decision rest with the hiring company.
  • Support continues after the contract is signed.
  • Michael Page cannot support every candidate; registering and keeping your profile up to date opens the door to future processes.

About Michael Page España

Michael Page is a global recruitment consultancy and part of PageGroup, one of the world's leading professional recruitment firms. The company specializes in placing mid-to-senior level professionals across a wide range of sectors, including technology, engineering, finance, sales, and human resources. With a strong presence in Spain, Michael Page operates offices in major cities and offers services such as executive search, temporary staffing, and outsourcing solutions.

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In their own words

About the company & team

You will join an international industrial company with over 100 years of experience, specialized in solutions for railway infrastructure (rail fastening systems). Its Barcelona office centralizes technical and commercial activity, working with top-tier clients such as metro and high-speed rail internationally. You will operate in a highly technical environment, with low competition and high specialization. We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer for design and finite element analysis.

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