Talgo is a leading Spanish manufacturer of high-speed and intercity passenger trains, globally recognized for its unique articulated train technology and lightweight designs. The company operates on an international scale, exporting its specialized rolling stock and maintenance services to countries including Germany, Saudi Arabia, and the United States.

In Spain, Talgo maintains a significant presence with its corporate headquarters in Madrid and major manufacturing and maintenance facilities in Las Matas and Rivabellosa. For international professionals, the company offers a wide range of opportunities in high-tech engineering, digital transformation, and project management, providing a gateway into the global railway industry within a highly innovative environment.

Founded in 1942 by Alejandro Goicoechea and José Luis Oriol, Talgo revolutionized rail transport with its patented articulated train system. Over the decades, it has evolved from a local innovator into a premier global supplier of high-speed rolling stock.

For international professionals

Global leader in high-speed rail technology with major international projects in Europe and the Middle East.
Main manufacturing and R&D hubs are located in Madrid (Las Matas) and Rivabellosa (Álava).
Offers a diverse range of roles from specialized mechanical engineering to advanced IT positions like Cloud Architecture and SAP Consultancy.
The company is a key player in sustainable mobility, focusing on energy-efficient and lightweight train designs.
English is frequently used in corporate and engineering departments due to the global nature of their client base.

Commissioning Technician

Talgo

This job was originally posted in Spanish and automatically translated to English. You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.

Job Description

At Talgo, we are dedicated to revolutionizing rail 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 traverse countries with extreme temperatures as low as -45º in Kazakhstan.

What would your job consist of?

You will have dynamic functions and your role will be key in putting into operation the trains we manufacture. Currently, we are manufacturing trains in Madrid for Germany, Denmark, Spain... You can play a key role in an expanding company.

You will join the commissioning team within our train manufacturing center located in Las Matas (Madrid); your mission will be to ensure that the operation of the electrical and electronic systems is optimal and that the train can be delivered to the customer with the agreed requirements.📑

You will perform functions such as:

Interpreting the project's technical documentation (procedures, test records, project plans, basic test equipment manuals)⚙️
Carrying out tests on our trains, both static and dynamic.
Diagnosing and solving faults👨🔧
Preparing procedures and series test records.

What are we looking for?

Vocational training (FPII, intermediate or higher degree) in electricity or electronics.
At least 2 years of experience performing similar functions, preferably in the railway sector.
Experience in fault detection.
Knowledge of fluid installations.
Availability to travel both nationally and internationally. These trips will result in the bonuses established in our agreement.
Availability to work in rotating shifts.

At Talgo we offer you:

Permanent contract directly with Talgo.
Remuneration package consisting of: fixed salary (valuing your experience) + bonuses + variable salary + significant social benefits, which include both you and your family (Health insurance, Pension Plan...)
Training plan tailored to your professional profile 📚
Language school: if one of your goals is to improve your English, you can do so for free at Talgo.
Career plan with economic progression.
Shuttle bus routes 🚌
We work in morning, afternoon, and night shifts, with scheduling provided weeks in advance.

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

Your work will have a real impact on the mobility of millions of people worldwide. If you are interested in a new professional challenge, don't let this train pass you by! 🚄

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En Talgo, nos dedicamos a revolucionar el transporte ferroviario con productos innovadores que abarcan desde trenes de muy alta velocidad hasta soluciones regionales y de cercanías.

Nuestros trenes se caracterizan por ser sostenibles, seguros y de calidad. Esta versatilidad permite que nuestros trenes puedan cruzar el desierto de Arabia Saudí a 300 km/h o atravesar países con temperaturas extremas de hasta -45º en Kazajistán.

¿En qué consistiría tu trabajo?

Tendrás funciones dinámicas y tu papel será clave para poner en funcionamiento los trenes que fabricamos. Actualmente, estamos fabricando en Madrid trenes para Alemania, Dinamarca, España... Puedes jugar un papel clave en una empresa en expansión.

Te integrarás en el equipo puesta en servicio dentro de nuestro centro de fabricación de trenes ubicado en Las Matas (Madrid), tu misión será asegurar que el funcionamiento de los sistemas eléctricos y electrónicos es el óptimo y que el tren puede ser entregado a cliente con los requisitos acordados.📑

Realizarás funciones como:

Interpretar la documentación técnica del proyecto (procedimientos, registros de pruebas, planos del proyecto, manuales de equipos básicos de pruebas)⚙️
Realización de pruebas en nuestros trenes, tanto estáticas como dinámicas.
Diagnosticar y solucionar averías👨🔧
Elaborar procedimientos y registros de pruebas serie.

¿Qué buscamos?

Formación de FPII, Grado medio o grado superior en electricidad o electrónica.
Experiencia realizando funciones similares de al menos 2 años, preferible sector ferroviario.
Experiencia en detección de averías.
Conocimiento de instalaciones fluidas.
Disponibilidad para viajar tanto a nivel nacional como internacional. Estos viajes darán lugar a los pluses fijados en nuestro convenio.
Disponibilidad para trabajar en turnos rotativos.

En Talgo te ofrecemos:

Contrato Indefinido directamente por Talgo.
Paquete retributivo compuesto por: salario fijo (que ponga en valor tu experiencia) + pluses + salario variable + importantes beneficios sociales, que te incluyen tanto a ti como a tu familia (Seguro médico, Plan de Pensiones...)
Plan de formación ajustado a tu perfil profesional 📚
Escuela de idiomas: si uno de tus objetivos es mejorar el inglés, en Talgo podrás hacerlo de forma gratuita.
Plan de carrera, con progresión económica.
Rutas de autobús lanzadera 🚌
Trabajamos en turnos de mañana, tarde y noche, con una programación a semanas vista.