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AIS Substation Technician

On-site in Madrid·Added 7 days ago (last checked 19 Oct)

Redeia

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Overview

Work mode
On-site, Madrid
Spanish
Native level
English
Required
Experience
5+ years

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

The role

What you'll do

1. Define and implement the AIS life cycle for HV switchgear families, considering technical aspects and those related to asset management, from the equipment qualification phase to the in-service maintenance phase.
2. Analyze, validate, and monitor maintenance expenditure budgets during the in-service phase of assets.
3. Conduct benchmarking to identify best practices related to qualification, installation, and maintenance both within and outside Red Eléctrica.
4. Digitalize HV assets, defining, proposing, and evaluating the applicability, usefulness, benefits, and scalability of incorporating artificial intelligence and IoT technologies.
5. Define, propose, and establish technical criteria, as well as maintenance strategies and logic for AIS substation asset families, to define or evolve asset management algorithms in MANINT.
6. Propose technological and development action lines within your area of activity, conducting studies and technical analyses to improve qualification, assembly, maintenance, and asset management practices for AIS substations.
7. Plan, coordinate, evaluate, and monitor the activities required for the maintenance of AIS substation assets, ensuring compliance with defined quality, schedule, and cost objectives.
8. Provide technical support throughout the AIS asset life cycle phases (qualification, installation, and in-service maintenance).
9. Ensure the proper development of projects in economic and operational terms, as well as compliance with defined Red Eléctrica Group practices and internal and external regulations.

Job description

Do you want to be part of the leading company in the energy sector?
If you are motivated by the challenge of the energy transition in Spain, do you dare to join us?

Why Redeia?
We started out as the world's first TSO. Today, we are a global manager of essential electricity and telecommunications infrastructure and a key player in the ecological and digital transformation. Redeia's identity reflects our true core: the grid. A network made up of five brands, more than 2,100 professionals, and millions of people united by what truly matters.
Our purpose: to guarantee electricity supply and connectivity, guided by sustainability criteria, a fair ecological transition, and a commitment to enhancing our neutrality and contributing to social and territorial cohesion. We are ready!

At Red Eléctrica, part of Redeia, more than 1,200 people are at your service, ready to bring you the energy you need at all times. We transport high-voltage electricity and operate the power system, providing a service of the highest quality.

We are looking to incorporate an AIS Substation Technician to join the Substations Department team of Red Eléctrica.

Requirements

Industrial Engineering degree or equivalent accredited experience.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in AIS substations in some of the following areas:
a. Qualification, maintenance, design, and renovation.
b. Incidents/faults in equipment.
c. Preventive and corrective maintenance.
d. Technical support for new substation projects.

Experience in supporting, analyzing, and evaluating FAT (Factory Acceptance Test) procedures as well as routine protocols for HV equipment.

Knowledge of standards applicable to HV equipment and their associated tests.

User-level knowledge of the SAP tool and Asset Management tools for asset management.
Knowledge of SF6 and alternative gases.
Knowledge of high-voltage switchgear, power transformers, protection, and metering equipment will be valued.
Analytical capacity and technical knowledge in the area of sensorization and IoT.
Previous experience in technical and economic project management will be valued.
English level (B2).
Availability for frequent travel (10% - 20%).

What else can we offer you?

  • A stable, quality job, where employability and functional mobility are key drivers for professional growth and development.
  • An environment that promotes diversity and equality.
  • Work-life balance, with different conciliation measures available to you.
  • A fair and competitive compensation model, aimed at reducing the pay gap between men and women and promoting equal opportunities.
  • A key project for the future within the sector. We look forward to having you on board to make it happen!.

Our main commitments
At Redeia we celebrate talent and diversity and are committed to an inclusive culture, where our employees work to generate value for society and improve people's lives, true to our ethical values: respect, integrity, and sustainability. We consider it essential to promote a quality work environment based on ethical behavior, respect, diversity, and equal opportunities. This commitment is integrated into our corporate culture and internal company policies. Are you going to miss the opportunity to develop with us? Come and meet us!

About Redeia

Redeia (formerly Red Eléctrica de España) is a Spanish energy infrastructure group that operates as the transmission system operator (TSO) for Spain's electricity grid and also manages the national telecommunications network. The company is a global leader in its niche, with a significant international presence in Latin America and other regions, and is a key player in the energy transition, focusing on renewable energy integration and grid digitalization.

In Spain, Redeia is headquartered in Madrid and has a strong national presence, with offices in major cities. The company is known for its stable, long-term employment and its role as a strategic national infrastructure operator. For international professionals, Redeia offers opportunities in engineering, IT, and corporate roles, with a work culture that values technical excellence and professional development, though Spanish language proficiency is often important for many positions.

Industry
Energy Infrastructure
Founded
1985
Employees
5,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid
Website
redeia.es

Good to know if you are moving

  • Redeia is a Spanish state-owned company, offering stable, long-term employment in a strategic national infrastructure sector.
  • The company is a global leader in its niche, with operations in Latin America, providing international exposure and career opportunities.
  • While many roles are in Spanish, there are opportunities for international professionals, especially in engineering and IT, where English may be used.
  • The company is actively involved in the energy transition, making it a relevant employer for professionals in the renewable energy and grid digitalization fields.
  • Madrid is the primary hub, offering a high quality of life and a well-connected international environment.
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