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Electrical Engineer for High Voltage Laboratory

On-site in Zamudio·Part-time·Added 4 months ago

This job was published 4 months ago

Tecnalia

21 open roles

Overview

Job details

  • Part-time

    Per the ad.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Tecnalia doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • French

    The ad asks for French, or counts it in your favour.

  • Work on-site in Zamudio

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 5+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

  • University degree

    “Titulación : Grado en Ingeniería Eléctrica o Máster en Ingeniería Industrial (especialidad eléctrica), o similiar” — per the ad.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Knowledge and experience in high voltage testing techniques are required: dielectric strength, impulse, partial discharges, etc.

Your role will be to ensure quality and technical rigor in the execution of tests, ensuring compliance with the requirements of a laboratory accredited under ISO 17025.

You will attend to clients internationally, which requires a strong command of English, both written and conversational.

Qualification: Degree in Electrical Engineering or Master's in Industrial Engineering (electrical specialty), or similar

Minimum experience: 5 years **Applications proving less experience will not be excluded if they meet other requirements associated with the position

Languages: Ability to read, understand, and converse fluently in English. Minimum level B2.

Nice to have

  • Knowledge and experience in high voltage testing techniques: dielectric strength, impulse, partial discharges, etc.
  • Knowledge of medium and high voltage electrical equipment: distribution and instrument transformers, switchgear, insulated cables and accessories, etc.
  • Knowledge of product standards for equipment used in electrical networks and industrial installations.
  • Experience in handling laboratory instrumentation.
  • Knowledge of French.

We will positively value applications from people with a disability certificate equal to or greater than 33%, in compliance with current legislation, the General Law on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and their social inclusion (LGD).

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • You will be part of one of Europe's leading electrical equipment laboratories.
  • Professional development opportunities, participation in projects related to the transformation of the electrical industry, and the chance to boost your professional career.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • You will have work-life balance measures available.
  • Compensation commensurate with experience provided.

The role

At TECNALIA Electrical Lab Services we offer conformity assessment services for electrical equipment for distribution and transmission networks and industrial applications.

Our laboratories are prepared to carry out full type tests on electrical equipment such as distribution and instrument transformers, cables, switchgear, switchboards and many others, in strict compliance with international IEC standards and electrical companies' own specifications.

Our clients come mainly from Europe and the Middle East, thanks to the recognitions and approvals achieved by institutions, electrical companies and certification bodies operating in those regions.

If you are a proactive, responsible, and decisive person with the ability to adapt to new projects and you enjoy teamwork...

If you feel an interest in applied research and in transferring the technology that you develop yourself to companies... Keep reading...!

We are looking to add a dynamic person to the team, with strong technical knowledge, management skills and customer relations abilities, to join the High Voltage Laboratory. The successful candidate will join a team of 35 people and will be part of one of Europe's leading electrical equipment laboratories.

About Tecnalia

Tecnalia is Spain's largest applied research and technological development center, operating as a private foundation. It focuses on generating measurable business value through innovation across sectors such as advanced manufacturing, energy, health, digital transformation, and urban development. With a team of over 1,400 researchers and experts, Tecnalia collaborates with companies and public institutions to drive competitiveness and sustainability, positioning itself as a key player in the European research landscape.

Tecnalia is headquartered in Donostia-San Sebastian, in the Basque Country, and has a strong presence throughout Spain, with offices in Bilbao, Vitoria-Gasteiz, and Madrid. The organization offers a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment where international researchers can engage in cutting-edge projects, from quantum sensing with diamond NV centers to robotics and smart automation. For international professionals, Tecnalia provides an opportunity to work in a globally connected research network, with a strong emphasis on talent development and cross-border collaboration, making it an attractive destination for those seeking to advance their careers in applied research and technology.

Industry
Research and Technology
Founded
2011
Employees
1,000–5,000
Headquarters
Donostia-San Sebastian, Spain
In Spain
Donostia-San Sebastian, Bilbao, Madrid and 1 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • Tecnalia is Spain's largest research and technology center, offering a wide range of research opportunities across multiple disciplines.
  • The organization is headquartered in Donostia-San Sebastian, a vibrant city in the Basque Country known for its high quality of life and strong international community.
  • Tecnalia actively participates in European research projects, providing opportunities for international collaboration and career growth.
  • The company values diversity and often seeks international talent for specialized research roles, with many positions requiring English proficiency.
  • Spain's research sector is growing, and Tecnalia offers a stable, well-funded environment for researchers, with access to advanced laboratories and facilities.

In their own words

About the company & team

Come on and join TECNALIA!! At TECNALIA, we drive sustainable growth and tackle humanity's greatest technological challenges by transforming them into opportunities. We help society and companies grow through technological innovations. We are committed to equality and diversity, and we promote the reconciliation of personal and professional life. You will work in a highly qualified team of technological excellence, in an international and multidisciplinary environment.

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