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Verification and Validation Engineer - Project Testing Manager

Hybrid in Madrid·Added 9 days ago (last checked 12 Oct)

Talgo

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Overview

Work mode: Hybrid, Madrid
Contract: Permanent contract
Hours: Jornada intensiva in summer
English: Required
Experience: 5+ years
Education: University degree
Benefits: Private health insurance

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Requirements

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Industrial Engineering.
Experience in executing testing protocols, preferably in the railway sector, minimum 5 years.
Experience in project management.
High level of English.
Knowledge of railway regulations and systems.
Experience with both national and international suppliers and customers.
Availability to travel nationally and internationally.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Permanent contract directly with Talgo. ✍🏽
Compensation package consisting of a fixed salary, variable pay, and a pension plan. Flexible working hours (entry between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM and exit between 4:30 PM and 6:00 PM) with intensive working hours in summer. Teleworking.
At Talgo, health is a priority, and that is why we offer you health insurance that you can enjoy, both for yourself and your family.
Because at Talgo, well-being drives success: 26 vacation days in our 2026 working calendar and 6 public holidays set by the company, to make the most of your Community's calendar.🌞
Free shuttle bus routes. 🚌
Career plan designed for your professional profile and opportunities for continuous training. 🏅
Language school.

We believe in talent and diversity, and therefore, at Talgo we work to maintain an environment based on equal opportunities and non-discrimination, fostering that diversity in our teams.

Your work will have a real impact on the mobility of millions of people around the world. 🌍

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The role

Your mission as a Verification & Validation Engineer and Testing Manager will be to ensure compliance with product stakeholder requirements, as well as to define product verification and validation plans and lead their execution.

What you'll do

Performing the following duties:

Analysis of design documentation to ensure compliance with customer requests and regulatory requirements
Ensuring compliance with deadlines during the project testing phase.
Communication with project stakeholders as well as the client during the project testing phase.
Review of protocols corresponding to product and system tests.
Management of traceability between tests and design requirements.
Execution of tests in static and dynamic environments.
Management of incidents and modifications during the different tests in the validation phase.
Defining the product testing strategy as well as the testing plan.

About Talgo

Talgo is a Spanish multinational company specializing in the design, manufacture, and maintenance of high-speed, intercity, and commuter trains. With a history spanning over 80 years, Talgo is a key player in the rail manufacturing industry, known for its innovative lightweight trains and advanced technology. The company operates globally, with a strong presence in Europe, the Middle East, and Central Asia, and employs thousands of professionals across its various facilities.

In Spain, Talgo is headquartered in Madrid and has significant industrial operations in the Basque Country and other regions. The company is a major employer for engineers, technicians, and maintenance specialists, offering opportunities in design, manufacturing, quality, and project management. For international professionals, Talgo provides a dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and engineering excellence, making it an attractive option for those looking to advance their careers in the rail industry.

Industry: Rail Manufacturing
Founded: 1942
Employees: 1,000–5,000
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid, Las Palmas, Barcelona
Website: talgo.com

Good to know if you are moving

Talgo is a Spanish company, so international hires will be working in a Spanish-speaking environment, with opportunities to learn or improve Spanish.
The company has a strong focus on engineering and innovation, offering roles in design, manufacturing, and maintenance.
Talgo has a global presence, with projects in Europe, the Middle East, and Central Asia, providing opportunities for international collaboration.
The company is headquartered in Madrid, a vibrant city with a high quality of life and a large international community.
Talgo offers a range of roles from engineering to technical maintenance, with opportunities for career growth in a specialized industry.

In their own words

About the company & team

At Talgo, we are committed to talent, continuously fostering the personal and professional growth of our team and we work to maintain an environment based on equal opportunities and non-discrimination, promoting diversity within our teams.

The Talgo team is characterized by its high technical expertise, solid experience and qualifications, and its great capacity for innovation and creativity. Cultural diversity among our employees makes us a stronger company globally, with greater plurality of ideas and experiences.

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