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Hybrid in Barcelona·Full-time·Added 4 months ago (last checked 22 Oct)
Our summary
- Work mode
- Hybrid, Barcelona
- Contract
- Full-time
- Education
- University degree
- Benefits
- Private health insurance, life insurance, flexible pay plan, meal vouchers




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Skills
Nice to have
This job advert was originally written in Spanish.
Requirements
What we're looking for
Education in Engineering (Industrial, Automation, Electronics, Mechatronics, Systems, or similar).
Experience in digitalization of industrial processes and manufacturing environments.
Practical knowledge of Industry 4.0 / Smart Manufacturing / M4.0.
Experience with production, quality, or traceability systems (MES or equivalent solutions).
Knowledge of production processes and plant operations.
Analytical skills to work with industrial data and operational KPIs.
Ability to work in a structured, practical, and execution-oriented manner.
Good technical communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams.
Nice to have
Experience with Power BI, SQL, industrial dashboards, or analytics tools.
Knowledge of light automation, industrial IoT, or machine-system integration.
Participation in digital transformation or smart factory projects.
Experience in regulated industrial environments (ISO, IATF, or other standards).
Knowledge of digitalization applied to NPI and quality.
Previous experience collaborating with IT teams or industrial software development.
Basic knowledge of Lean Manufacturing applied to digitalization (data-driven improvement).
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
Flexible compensation (restaurant tickets, childcare vouchers, training...)
Life insurance
Subsidized health insurance
Different work-life balance services
Savings club
At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here, apply now!
The role
Localizacion : Barcelona, SpainThales people architect identity management and data protection solutions at the heart of digital security. Business and governments rely on us to bring trust to the billions of digital interactions they have with people. Our technologies and services help banks exchange funds, people cross borders, energy become smarter and much more. More than 30,000 organizations already rely on us to verify the identities of people and things, grant access to digital services, analyze vast quantities of information and encrypt data to make the connected world more secure.Thales in Spain is a leader in technological solutions applied to Defence, Aeronautics, Security, Transportation and Space and, furthermore, is a global centre for excellence in Space, Security of Critical Infrastructures and Transportation. With a turnover of €320 million and a staff of 1,200, it exports approximately 40% of its total production principally to the Middle East, North Africa and Latin America.
Thales Cybersecurity & Digital Identity is a global leader in digital security, providing trust in an increasingly connected world. We design and offer a wide range of products, software, and services based on two main technologies: digital identification and data protection.
Due to an increase in activity, we are looking for a Digitalization Engineer, based in Parets del Vallès, Barcelona. As part of the Digitalization Team, you will be responsible for:
What you'll do
Executing industrial digitalization initiatives and Industry 4.0 in production, engineering, quality, and support areas.
Implementing and providing technical support for digital manufacturing solutions (MES, traceability, digital workflows, automatic data capture).
Ensuring data integration between industrial systems, guaranteeing consistency, traceability, and availability of operational information.
Supporting the digitalization of NPI processes, ensuring that new products and processes have digital validations, traceability, and available data from launch.
Implementing and maintaining dashboards and digital indicators to monitor operational and quality performance.
Supporting the operational digitalization of the QMS, ensuring that digital tools support records, evidence, audits, and regulatory compliance at the execution level.
Executing light automations and digital improvements that reduce manual tasks, operational errors, and rework.
Collaborating closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, NPI, Maintenance, and IT to ensure the proper adoption of digital solutions.
Training and supporting end users in the use of implemented digital tools.
Hiring process
Online application, recruiter review, one or more interviews with the recruiter and hiring manager, then offer 1 interview
About Thales
Thales is a global technology leader serving the Defense, Aerospace, Ground Transportation, and Security markets. With operations in 68 countries and over 81,000 employees, the group generated revenues of €18.4 billion in 2024. Thales designs and develops electrical and digital systems, including critical mission-critical information systems, for a wide range of applications from defense to civil aviation.
In Spain, Thales has a significant presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, employing over 1,000 people. The Spanish operations focus on engineering, cybersecurity, and digital services, offering a multicultural environment where international professionals can develop their careers. Thales is known for its strong commitment to talent development, offering international mobility opportunities and a wide range of technical and business roles, making it an attractive employer for professionals looking to relocate to Spain.
- Industry
- Defense and Electronics
- Founded
- 1893
- Employees
- 50,000–100,000
- Headquarters
- Meudon, France
- In Spain
- Madrid, Barcelona
Good to know if you are moving
- Thales offers international mobility programs and a multicultural work environment, with English often used as the working language in its Spanish operations.
- The company has a strong commitment to talent development, with structured graduate programs and internships (e.g., the 'Young Talent 2026-2027' program) that are open to international candidates.
- Spain is a key hub for Thales' digital and cybersecurity activities, with the Madrid Delivery Center being a major engineering and innovation center.
- Thales provides visa and relocation support for international hires, including assistance with work permits and the relocation process.
- The company's Spanish operations are involved in high-tech sectors such as cybersecurity, digital identity, and aerospace, offering engineers and IT professionals the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects.
In their own words
Additional information
Thales es una empresa que promueve la igualdad de oportunidades. Todos los candidatos cualificados serán tenidos en cuenta para el puesto, independientemente de su raza, color, religión, sexo, nacionalidad, ascendencia, embarazo, edad, orientación sexual, identidad de género, estado civil, condición de veterano protegido, afección médica o discapacidad, o cualquier otra característica protegida por la ley.
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