Applus+ IDIADA is a global partner to the automotive industry, supporting its clients in their product development activities by providing design, engineering, testing and homologation services. As a TOP Employer certified company, we have a large team of more than 3000 professionals drawn from over 22 countries, as well as an international network of subsidiaries and branch offices in 25 countries which ensures that our clients get customized, added-value solutions. IDIADA offers you the opportunity to develop a career in one of the worldwide leading automotive engineering companies.

At Applus IDIADA we are looking for talent to help us shaping the mobility of tomorrow with safer, more efficient, and sustainable vehicles. With presence in 22 countries, we offer job positions around the world and internal / transversal mobility within the company. The automotive sector is currently living a moment of deep technological change. At IDIADA, we focus on constant innovation to adapt our services’ portfolio to an ever-changing environment. Therefore, as part of our team, we expect you to be dynamic and eager to learn and grow with us.

If you want an opportunity to challenge yourself and enhance your technical skills, to work in a thriving environment and to work alongside world-leading experts, then apply for one of our vacancies.

Job Description

As Workshop Technician you will be dedicated to workshop activities as:
1. Vehicle and engine preparation for testing activities: Replacing Engine and Vehicle components. Ensuring the correct function and smooth start of the engine for testing.
2. Vehicle alignment: Checking and aligning wheels on both axes within given tolerances. Tyre replacement and balancing.
3. Flashing ECU software: Downloading and flashing software provided by engineer on Engine ECU using dedicated equipment.
4. Vehicle and engine instrumentation for testing activities: Prepare and install different types of sensors and data acquisition systems like: thermocouples/pressure sensors/accelerometers /connecting acquisition systems.
5. Metal welding (TIG/MIG welding skills are a plus).
6. Vehicle evaluation: Test driving the vehicles to confirm that vehicle behavior after parts replacement.
7. Vehicle masking: Masking of prototype vehicles using foil/ tape based on project standards.
8. Transmission: Replacing transmissions and clutches.
9. Troubleshooting / Diagnosing mechanical or electrical problems: Working with repair manuals, wiring diagrams, using Multimeter, oscilloscopes, and Diagnostic tools.
10. Stock management for vehicle spare parts and consumables.

Qualifications

• Qualified mechanic with a minimum of two years of practical experience in a Mechanical Workshop.
• Minimum B2 English
• Valid Driving license in Europe

Benefits:

• Chance to work in a dynamic and challenging environment where you will be able to reach your full potential.
• Constant learning and knowledge sharing with some of the most experienced engineers in the automotive industry.
• Technicians for the workshop services will follow the necessary training to work with hybrid & electric vehicles.

Applus IDIADA is committed to equality,  diversity and inclusion. We don’t put limits on you, so don’t put limits on yourself either. There is a place for everyone.