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Hydraulic Projects and Water Treatment Engineer

Hybrid in Sabadell·Full-time·Added today (last checked 28 Oct)

Veolia

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Work mode: Hybrid, Sabadell
Contract: Full-time
Experience: 8+ years
Education: University degree

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Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Be part of a leading multinational company in the sector.
Joining with an indefinite contract.
Flexibility and partial teleworking.
Professional growth within the organization.

What unites our entire workforce is working with passion, enthusiasm and excellence so that our daily contribution is based on protecting the environment and guaranteeing access to water, working together to create a green and inclusive present.

¡If you want to be part of this team and join us in this great challenge, do not hesitate to apply for this offer! Are you up for it?

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

The role

Activities will be mainly related to the integrated water cycle:
● Drinking water supply networks.
● Sewerage and sanitation networks.
● Reclaimed water networks.
● Groundwater networks.
● Pipelines, conduits, and connections.
● Construction, rehabilitation, and renovation of reservoirs.
● Pumping stations and plants.
● Water treatment plants
● Hydraulic infrastructures and associated facilities

● Drafting of descriptive reports.
● Drafting and supervision of projects.

● Preparation of reports, annexes, specifications, budgets...
● Review of plans, diagrams, and documentation.
● Definition of construction solutions and technical criteria.

● Preparation of the technical documentation necessary for the contracting of works and services.
● Drafting and review of technical specifications.
● Support in the preparation of base budgets for tenders.

● Technical, economic, and temporal monitoring of works.
● Coordination with contracting companies.
● Coordination with project management and technical assistance.
● Supervision of project compliance, the contract, and technical specifications.
● Control of terms, costs, quality, and planning.
● Monitoring of incidents and proposal of solutions.
● Review of modifications, expansions, or adjustments necessary during execution.
● Attendance at site meetings and preparation or review of monitoring minutes.
● Site visits and inspections of facilities.
● Coordination with operation and maintenance services.

Job Description

Qualifications

● Master's Degree in Civil Engineering (Caminos, Canales y Puertos), corresponding to the current qualification
enabling the practice of the regulated profession of Civil Engineer (Caminos, Canales y Puertos).

● Degree in Civil Engineering.
● Other engineering degrees or competent technical degrees.
● An Industrial Engineering degree or other degrees may also be valued.

Professional experience:

● Minimum professional experience of 8 years in the field of engineering, project management,
construction management, or infrastructure management.
● Experience in the drafting, review, contracting, and execution of projects.

● Experience in the monitoring of works and in the coordination of contracting companies

● Experience in activities related to the integrated water cycle will be especially valued.
● Experience in similar activities completed during the last 10 years will be valued,
especially in drinking water, groundwater, or reclaimed water networks.
● Experience as a site manager or technical manager of hydraulic activities will be valued.

Hiring process

3 steps2 interviews

Application
Interview with HR
With HR team
Interview with your future manager
With a future manager
Discuss the position and show your qualifications; in person or by video.
Decision
Onboarding
Welcomed by your HR contact or manager and introduced to the teams.

About Veolia

Veolia is a global leader in optimized resource management, providing water, waste, and energy management solutions to municipalities and industries across more than 40 countries. With a workforce of over 200,000 employees, the company designs and implements services that help clients reduce their environmental footprint while improving operational efficiency. Veolia's activities span the entire water cycle, from treatment and distribution to wastewater management, as well as energy services and waste recovery.

In Spain, Veolia operates through several subsidiaries, including Aguas de Telde and Teidagua in the Canary Islands, and has a strong presence in regions like Catalonia, the Basque Country, and Madrid. The company is a major employer in the Spanish utilities and facilities management sector, with roles ranging from plant operators and maintenance technicians to engineers and project managers. For international professionals, Veolia offers opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure projects, with a strong emphasis on safety, sustainability, and technical innovation, making it an attractive employer for those with engineering or operational backgrounds.

Founded: 1853
Employees: 200,000–250,000
Headquarters: Paris, France
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Zamudio and 5 more

Good to know if you are moving

Veolia has a significant presence in Spain, with offices and operations in Madrid, Barcelona, the Basque Country, and the Canary Islands, offering a wide range of roles across the country.
The company is a global leader in water, waste, and energy management, providing international professionals with opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure projects.
Veolia offers roles in both Spanish and English, and while Spanish is often required for client-facing positions, technical and engineering roles may be accessible to non-native speakers.
The company is committed to sustainability and ecological transformation, making it an attractive employer for professionals passionate about environmental impact.
Veolia provides extensive training and development programs, including internships and apprenticeships, which can be a good entry point for international candidates.

In their own words

About the company & team

As a benchmark for ecological transformation and a world leader in Environment, at Veolia we offer solutions for the efficient management of water, waste, and energy activities, driving the sustainable development of cities, industries, and agriculture.

Veolia is a listed company, currently a world leader in the environmental sector.

We work mainly in three major areas: water💧, offering solutions in both urban and industrial management; waste ♻ transforming it into new resources, and energy 🔋improving efficiency and reducing consumption and emissions in buildings, industries, and cities.

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