Product Technical Manager

Talgo·Madrid, Spain

What they offer

  • Permanent contract

    Per the ad.

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Talgo doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Speak native-level Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Be near Madrid for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 8+ years of experience

    Senior-level role.

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About the role

At Talgo, we are dedicated to revolutionizing railway transport with innovative products ranging from very high-speed trains to regional and commuter solutions.

Our trains are characterized by being sustainable, safe, and high-quality. This versatility allows our trains to cross the Saudi Arabian desert at 300 km/h or travel through countries with extreme temperatures of up to -45º in Kazakhstan.

What you'll do

You will join as a Product Technical Manager in the Engineering Projects and Product department/area of our center located in Las Matas II, Madrid.

Your mission will be to lead the technical development of the product in projects throughout all phases until handover to the warranty and after-sales department (from bid to validation, including product certification), ensuring compliance with product requirements, both in terms of scope and budget and planning, technically representing the project both with the client and within the engineering function and the project itself.

To do so, you will carry out functions such as:

• Defining the product proposal to be offered based on the company's product strategy
• Leading and aligning all work teams involved in the technical development of the bid, establishing effective communication, defining milestones and goals, and monitoring the progress of development according to established deadlines
• Leading, in agreement with Engineering Management, the preparation of the engineering budget and planning for project execution • Offered.
• Leading product development, analyzing the objectives, strategy, and project planning established in the bid and project setup for the engineering function, ensuring that objectives can be achieved in terms of scope, deadlines, and costs at each phase from project start until handover to the warranty and after-sales department
• Leading and aligning all work teams involved in the technical development of the product during the project phase, establishing effective communication, defining milestones and goals, and monitoring the progress of development according to established deadlines and costs
• Acting as the engineering focal point for the technical evaluation of change requests raised during product development
• Ensuring change management in product development, ensuring the incorporation of newly approved scopes into the budget and planning.
• Managing identified technical risks and opportunities, ensuring the definition of the strategy and the execution of the action plan for each of them

What we're looking for


What we are looking for:


• Technical Engineering or Higher Engineering Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
• Minimum 8 years of experience as a Technical Manager in product development processes.• Advanced level of English: C1
• Experience in leading multidisciplinary teams, decision-making, budget management, and planning.
• Knowledge of Product Development processes, proficiency in planning tools, and Engineering cost control.
Communication and coordination skills.

What you'll get

At Talgo, we offer you 🚄✨

  • Permanent contract.
  • Compensation package consisting of fixed salary, variable salary, and pension plan.
  • For Talgo, health is a priority, and that is why we offer you health insurance, which you can enjoy, as well as your family.
  • Flexible working hours (entry from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and exit from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.) with intensive working hours in summer. Possibility of 2 days of teleworking after completing the 6-month probationary period.
  • Because for Talgo, well-being drives success: 26 vacation days in our 2026 work calendar and 6 company-designated bridge days, to make the most of your Community's calendar.
  • Shuttle buses that facilitate commuting to the workplace.
  • Career plan designed for your professional profile and continuous training opportunities. Language school.

Additional information

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.

If you are interested in a new professional challenge, don't miss this train! 🚄

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

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About the company

Talgo

Talgo

Rail Manufacturing

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Spanish company
2600 employees