Valeo is a global automotive supplier and technology company headquartered in France, specializing in the design and production of components, integrated systems, and modules for the automotive industry. With a massive global workforce of over 100,000 employees across 29 countries, the company is a key player in driving innovations for CO2 reduction and autonomous driving technologies.

In Spain, Valeo maintains a robust presence with several production plants and major R&D centers, most notably in Martos, Madrid, and Barcelona. The company is a significant employer for international engineering talent, frequently offering VIE (International Volunteer in Enterprise) programs and roles that require collaboration across global teams, making it an attractive destination for professionals seeking a career in high-tech automotive manufacturing.

Founded in 1923 in Saint-Ouen, France, as a brake lining manufacturer, Valeo has evolved through decades of strategic acquisitions into a global leader in automotive technology. Today, it focuses on four main business groups: Comfort & Driving Assistance, Powertrain, Thermal Systems, and Visibility Systems.

For international professionals

Frequently offers VIE (International Volunteer in Enterprise) programs, which are ideal for young European professionals looking to relocate to Spain.
Operates a world-class R&D center in Martos (Jaén), which is a global hub for automotive lighting innovation.
English is commonly used as a working language within their R&D and project management departments.
Provides structured career paths with opportunities for internal mobility across its global network of over 180 production sites.

Are you a Recent Engineering Graduate Passionate about Automotive?

Valeo

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

Job Description

Valeo is a tech global company, designing breakthrough solutions to reinvent the mobility. We are an automotive supplier partner to automakers and new mobility actors worldwide. Our vision? Invent a greener and more secured mobility, thanks to solutions focusing on intuitive driving and reducing CO2 emissions. We are leader on our businesses, and recognized as one of the largest global innovative companies.

At Valeo Martos, we are looking for young talents like you to join our technical team in cutting-edge projects within the automotive sector.

If you are looking for your first professional experience or a company to start your career with growth potential, we want to meet you!

The Valeo Group is one of the largest suppliers in the automotive sector worldwide, an inspiring company focused on innovative products, continuous development, and customer satisfaction. Working with us means being part of advanced and sophisticated technologies.

Our Martos plant is one of the largest within our Visibility Systems Group, responsible for the development and manufacture of lighting and electronics products, with around 2,600 employees. From the most modern adaptive lighting technologies to intuitive interior lighting solutions and elegant, functional exterior designs, Valeo constantly innovates to improve the comfort and safety of drivers and passengers.

What are we looking for?:

Students or recent graduates in Industrial / Electronic / Mechanical / Computer Engineering with demonstrable knowledge and experience in Power BI and Looker Studio, etc. Please note: only applicable to graduates or students from Spanish public universities.
Level of English B2 or higher (mandatory).
Results-oriented and commitment to teamwork in an international environment.
Professionalism and transparency.
Availability for geographic mobility and future projection within the group.
Passion for the automotive sector.

Don't miss the opportunity to join an international company committed to ethics, transparency, empowerment, professionalism, and teamwork.

Job:

R&D Engineer

Organization:

Schedule:

Full time

Employee Status:

Trainee (fixed term) (in training)

Job Type:

Trainee / Internship

Job Posting Date:

2025-05-27

Join Us !
Being part of our team, you will join:
- one of the largest global innovative companies, with more than 20,000 engineers working in Research & Development
- a multi-cultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration
- more than 100,000 colleagues in 31 countries... which make a lot of opportunity for career growth
- a business highly committed to limiting the environmental impact if its activities and ranked by Corporate Knights as the number one company in the automotive sector in terms of sustainable development

More information on Valeo: https://www.valeo.com

View original advert (Spanish)

En Valeo Martos buscamos jóvenes talentos como tú para unirse a nuestro equipo técnico en proyectos punteros del sector automoción.

Si estás buscando tu primera experiencia profesional o una empresa en la que comenzar tu carrera con proyección, ¡queremos conocerte!

El Grupo Valeo es uno de los mayores proveedores del sector de automoción a nivel mundial, una empresa inspiradora centrada en productos innovadores, el desarrollo continuo y la satisfacción del cliente. Trabajar con nosotros significa formar parte de tecnologías avanzadas y sofisticadas.

Nuestra planta de Martos es una de las más grandes dentro de nuestro Grupo de Sistemas de Visibilidad, encargada del desarrollo y fabricación de productos de iluminación y electrónica, con alrededor de 2.600 empleados. Desde las tecnologías de iluminación adaptativa más modernas hasta soluciones intuitivas de iluminación interior y diseños exteriores elegantes y funcionales, Valeo innova constantemente para mejorar el confort y la seguridad de conductores y pasajeros.

¿Qué buscamos?:

Estudiantes o recién graduados/as en Ingeniería Industrial / Electrónica / Mecánica / Informática con conocimientos y experiencia demostrable en Power BI y Looker Studio, etc. A tener en cuenta: solo aplicable a graduados o estudiantes en universidades públicas españolas.
Nivel de inglés B2 o superior (obligatorio).
Orientación a resultados y compromiso con el trabajo en equipo en un entorno internacional.
Profesionalidad y transparencia.
Disponibilidad para movilidad geográfica y proyección a futuro dentro del grupo.
Pasión por el sector de la automoción.

No te pierdas la oportunidad de unirte a una empresa internacional comprometida con la ética, la transparencia, el empoderamiento, la profesionalidad y el trabajo en equipo.