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SGS

Testing & CertificationSpain HQ: Madrid, SpainGlobal HQ: Geneva, Switzerland99000 employeesFounded 1878www.sgs.comMadridBarcelonaCartagenaCastellón de la PlanaGranollersAsturiasCórdobaFuerteventura

SGS is the world's leading testing, inspection, and certification company, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. Founded in 1878, the company operates a global network of around 2,600 offices and laboratories, employing approximately 99,500 people. Their services span quality and safety assurance across industries including agriculture, automotive, energy, manufacturing, and construction, making them an indispensable partner for businesses ensuring compliance and performance standards worldwide.

In Spain, SGS has a strong and long-established local presence with offices and laboratories across multiple regions, including Madrid, Barcelona, and other major cities. The Spanish entity plays a key role in the company's European operations, offering career opportunities in testing, inspection, certification, IT, and consultancy-based roles. For international professionals, SGS offers a dynamic and global work environment with diverse projects, international mobility potential, and a strong emphasis on safety and quality standards, making it a good fit for those seeking secure and structured careers across a number of technical domains.

Company History

Founded in 1878 in Rouen, France as a grain inspection house, SGS has evolved into a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification. The company expanded its portfolio and operations significantly over the decades, moving its headquarters to Geneva, Switzerland, and growing through strategic acquisitions and organic growth around the globe. Today, it’s a highly public and trusted name in quality assurance across virtually every industry.

For International Professionals

  • SGS is a truly global company with operations in over 120 countries, so internal mobility and international assignments are possible for ambitious professionals.
  • Its diverse portfolio of technical fields (from remote inspection to ITV and scientific testing) offers various niches for specialized experts and engineers.
  • The company provides comprehensive training and development programs in compliance, quality, and safety, valuable for certification-focused professionals.
  • Spain is a large European hub for SGS, integrating a broad range of services and offering opportunities in both local and (pan-European/global) projects.

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