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Mechanical SQA Technician - Manufacturing and Supplier Quality Monitoring

On-site in Barcelona·Added 6 months ago (last checked 12 Oct)

RDT

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Overview

Work mode
On-site, Barcelona
Experience
5+ years
Education
Higher vocational training (FP Grado Superior)

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Manufacturing of steel structures and boilermaking.

  • Interpretation of mechanical/structural drawings.

  • Welding and visual inspection.

  • Ventilation systems for containers or enclosures.

  • Industrial mechanical assembly.

  • Dimensional control and in-process inspection.

  • Management of NCRs, corrective actions, and quality documentation (ITP, checklists, certificates...).

  • Industrial quality standards.

Nice to have

  • Experience with technical containers, skids or prefabricated modules.

  • Experience with generator sets or equipment for data centers.

  • Industrial painting and anti-corrosion protection.

  • Supplier qualification and follow-up.

  • Technical English.

  • Experience in highly demanding sectors: energy, oil & gas, railway, naval, data centers...

Education & certifications

  • Mechanical / Industrial Engineering / Industrial Technologies, or

  • Advanced Vocational Training in Mechanical Manufacturing, Steel Structures, Welding and Boilermaking, Industrial Mechatronics, etc.

The role

🚀 Mechanical SQA Technician - Manufacturing Monitoring and Supplier Quality

(Supplier Quality Assurance - Mechanical Equipment / Containers for Diesel Generators)

We are looking for a professional with solid experience in mechanical manufacturing, welding and steel structures to carry out technical and quality follow-up at suppliers manufacturing containers for diesel generators intended for Data Centers.

🔧 Your mission
Ensure that the manufacturing and integration of these containers meets technical, quality, scheduling and final finishing requirements, working directly at supplier facilities in Asturias and Zaragoza.

What you'll do

  • On-site supervision of manufacturing at the plant.

  • Control of mechanical processes:

    • steel structures

    • welding

    • sheet metal work

    • ventilation

    • accesses and enclosures

  • Verification of drawings, technical specifications and customer requirements.

  • Control of milestones, intermediate inspections and final review.

  • Management of deviations, non-conformities and incidents.

  • Coordination with supplier, customer and internal engineering/quality.

  • Preparation of follow-up reports, risks and incidents.

  • Support in dimensional, visual and documentary inspections.

  • Monitoring of safety standards and good practices at the workshop.

How you'll work

  • Residence in Asturias or Zaragoza (or real possibility of working from one of them).

  • Weekly or biweekly travel between both areas.

  • Frequent on-site presence at the plant depending on project progress.

🧩 Experience requirements

  • Profile senior or semi-senior, not junior.

  • At least 5 years in supplier quality, inspection, manufacturing supervision or production follow-up.

  • Demonstrable experience in steel structures, welding, boilermaking or mechanical integration.

💡 Key competencies

  • Autonomy working at supplier facilities.

  • Technical judgment to detect deviations and prioritize risks.

  • Good communication with workshop, production, quality and engineering.

  • Practical, customer-oriented approach.

  • Documentation organization and clear reporting skills.

  • Flexibility and availability to travel between Asturias and Zaragoza.

  • Ability to manage pressure and meet deadlines.

About RDT

RDT is an engineering and consulting firm specializing in technical services for industrial and infrastructure projects. With a multidisciplinary team of engineers, the company provides design, project management, and technical advisory services across sectors such as energy, civil works, and industrial facilities. RDT operates with a national footprint and continues to expand its operational capacity from its base in Barcelona.

RDT's Spanish presence is centered in Barcelona, which serves as the main hub for its engineering talent. The company is known for its collaborative and technically driven work environment, offering opportunities for international engineers looking to work on complex infrastructural projects. While not a globally recognized brand, RDT is a respected player in Spain's engineering sector, providing a solid entry point for internationally oriented technical professionals.

Industry
Engineering and IT solutions
Founded
1987
Employees
250–1,000
Headquarters
Barcelona, Spain
In Spain
Barcelona
Website
rdt.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • Work on a variety of technical projects in the dynamic engineering sector with a well-established local team.
  • The main office is located in Barcelona, a city with excellent international connectivity and a high quality of life.
  • RDT offers opportunities for engineers looking to gain project experience in the Spanish market.
  • Professional development is supported through in-house technical challenges and collaborative teamwork.
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