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Senior System Engineer

Hybrid in Martos·Full-time·Added 4 days ago

Valeo

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Overview

Job details

Full-time hours
Per the ad.
Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Valeo doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Speak fluent Spanish
Listed as a requirement in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Be near Martos for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.
Have senior-level experience
Senior-level role.
University degree
“Grado o Máster en Ingeniería Electrónica , Telecomunicaciones, Informática, Industrial, Aeronáutica o Física.” — per the ad.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Come to Valeo and discover our benefits! We offer our employees:

⏳ Flexibility tailored to you: Flexible schedule and 1-2 days of remote work per week.
️ Guaranteed rest: 1 month of calendar holidays + special days at Christmas.
Family care: Private medical insurance (Sanitas Mundi) and childcare assistance.
Growth and bonuses: Annual salary review, evaluations, and bonuses for performance and soft skills.
Continuous training: Courses and language classes.
️ Daily benefits: On-site canteen and E-Benefits discount club.
Transport: Company bus available in Martos.
Ideal environment: Strategic location in Andalusia, Spain. Near Jaén, Córdoba, Granada...

Requirements

What we're looking for

The initial contract will run until March 7, 2027, with the possibility of joining the permanent staff. In addition, at Adecco

Degree or Master's in Electronic, Telecommunications, Computer, Industrial, Aeronautical, or Physics Engineering.
Experience in the scientific/engineering field; knowledge of the automotive sector is valued.
Capacity for abstraction, lateral, and holistic thinking.
Negotiation level of Spanish and English is mandatory.
Experience with spreadsheet tools at an advanced level.

The role

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 developing the technologies that are transforming mobility.

Our Martos plant is one of the largest centers in our Visibility Systems Business Group, responsible for the development and manufacturing of lighting and electronics products, with nearly 2,600 employees.

As a Systems Engineer at Valeo Martos, you will have the opportunity to work with the most powerful automotive companies in electronic development, within an international and multicultural environment.

What you'll do

Transform customer needs into a viable technical solution using different tools and technologies.

Your responsibilities:

Design and conceptualize new systems, including interfaces and behavior.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve common project objectives.
Discuss technical system topics with international customers in the automotive sector.
Integrate new automotive technologies into future products.
Management and analysis of trade-offs for the system's electronic requirements.

How you'll work

On-site position in Martos, Jaén.

Hiring process

3 steps3 interviews

Application
Document check
Telephone interview
Phone call
A first call to get to know you, with the chance to ask questions.
Technical interview
With a specialist department · Phone call
Your documents go to the specialist department, which holds a technical interview by phone.
Personal meeting
With a specialist department · In person
An in-person meeting to deepen the acquaintance.

No cover letter is required; the CV and references are the key documents.
Documents are checked promptly and considered for other open positions too.

About Valeo

Valeo is a global automotive supplier headquartered in Paris, France, designing and manufacturing innovative products and systems for the automotive industry, including lighting, thermal systems, and electrification solutions. With over 100,000 employees across more than 30 countries, Valeo is a key player in the transition to safer and more sustainable mobility, partnering with major car manufacturers worldwide.

In Spain, Valeo operates several industrial and R&D sites, notably in Martos (Jaén), Zaragoza, and Barcelona, focusing on lighting, electronics, and engineering. The company offers numerous opportunities for international professionals, including internships, VIE programs, and engineering roles, with a strong emphasis on R&D and innovation. Valeo's Spanish operations are integrated into its global network, providing a multicultural environment and career development prospects for those looking to work in the automotive sector in Spain.

Industry: Automotive Parts
Founded: 1923
Employees: 100,000–150,000
Headquarters: Paris, France
In Spain: Madrid, Zaragoza, Barcelona and 1 more
Website: valeo.com

Good to know if you are moving

Valeo has multiple sites in Spain, including Martos, Zaragoza, and Barcelona, offering a range of roles from engineering to finance.
The company offers VIE (Volontariat International en Entreprise) programs, which are international assignments for young professionals, providing a pathway to work in Spain.
Many roles in Spain are in R&D and engineering, with opportunities for recent graduates and experienced professionals in automotive technology.
Valeo's Spanish operations are part of a global network, allowing for potential international career mobility within the company.
The company emphasizes innovation and sustainability, with a focus on developing technologies for the future of mobility.

In their own words

Additional information

R&D Engineer

Full time

Regular

2025-12-18

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

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