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Senior Electrical Designer - Power

On-site in Bilbao·Added 20 days ago

Overview

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Técnicas Reunidas doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work on-site in Bilbao

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 10+ years of experience

    Senior-level role.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Minimum 10 years of specific experience in power plant projects: combined cycle, biomass, cogeneration, conventional thermal (coal), or gas turbines.

• Coordination
• Strong communication skills
• Spatial reasoning skills.
• Teamwork.
• Proactive mindset
• Ability to work in a multicultural and multidisciplinary team

Nice to have

• MS Office suite
• Smart3D, Autocad or BricsCad are a must
• AVEVA e3D, Microstation, Dialux are a plus

The role

What you'll do

Responsabilities:

• Coordination of the design team.
• Preparation of electrical design drawings: typical installation drawings, cable tray, trench, and cable routing drawings; lighting circuits and layout drawings; grounding and lightning protection network drawings; substation and electrical room design.
• Assignment, control, and review of activities for the members of the design team.
• Coordination with different operational centers and with other disciplines.
• Interpretation and development of design criteria in accordance with the applicable project specifications.
• Use of design tools, mainly SmartPlant 3D.
• Review vendor documentation, identify changes, and apply the resulting modifications to the overall plant design.
• Ability to lead periodic 3D model reviews with the client and other involved disciplines, resolving clashes and applying corrective actions when required.
• Support the discipline lead in monitoring the progress of design activities, ensuring deadlines and required quality are met.
• Provide support in resolving construction queries or issues during the project execution phase.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Department: lessons learned, procedure development needs, identification of training needs, etc.
• Training/mentoring of less experienced designers.

Hiring process

4 steps2 interviewsa task to do
  1. Interview with HR

    With Human Resources

  2. Language test

  3. Evaluation test

  4. Technical interview

  5. Professional references

  6. Enrollment letter

  • The company says it accompanies each candidate through every stage until they join.

About Técnicas Reunidas

Técnicas Reunidas is a global leader in engineering and construction for the energy sector, providing sustainable solutions for clean fuels, petrochemicals, natural gas, hydrogen, and carbon capture. With over 60 years of experience, the company designs and builds industrial plants worldwide, employing a highly skilled team of engineers and technical experts. Its headquarters are in Madrid, Spain, and it operates across multiple international markets.

Industry
Energy Engineering
Founded
1960
Employees
10,000–15,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Bilbao

Good to know if you are moving

  • Headquartered in Madrid, Spain, with a major office in Bilbao, offering opportunities in both cities.
  • The company is a global EPC contractor, so roles often involve international projects and travel.
  • Spanish language skills are commonly required, but many technical roles are advertised in English, indicating a multicultural environment.
  • The company offers internship programs (Becas) for recent graduates, which can be a pathway to permanent employment.
  • Madrid is a major European hub with excellent international connectivity, making relocation straightforward.
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