I&C Engineer

SPX FLOW, now ITT Flow Technologies; Madrid; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

SPX FLOW is seeking an experienced Installation & Commissioning (I&C) Engineer in Madrid, Spain. The role involves installation, commissioning, and start-up of process equipment for food and beverage projects, with extensive travel across EMEA and occasional APAC, coordinating with project managers, automation teams, and clients.

You will ensure safety standards, push for on-time delivery, and support first production runs while developing documentation and training for customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in process engineering, installation, or commissioning.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Execute installation, commissioning, qualification, and start-up activities for process plants and equipment.
• Perform IQ, OQ, and support PQ.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, thermal, and instrumentation issues during commissioning.
• Configure instrumentation, control systems, and process equipment.
• Verify plant performance against contractual specifications.
• Deliver customer training on plant operation and maintenance.
• Prepare commissioning documentation and reports.

Skills

English (written & spoken)

Travel readiness

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related

Tools

MS Project

Job description

I&C Engineer (Installation & Commissioning Engineer)

Location: Madrid, Spain

About The Role

We are looking for an experienced Installation & Commissioning (I&C) Engineer to join our growing team in Madrid, Spain. In this role, you will support the successful installation, commissioning, and start-up of process equipment and complete production systems for customers across the food and beverage industry.

You will work closely with project managers, process engineers, automation teams, customers, and contractors to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys working on international projects and is open to extensive travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute installation, commissioning, qualification, and start-up activities for process plants and equipment.
• Perform Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), and support Performance Qualification (PQ).
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, thermal, and instrumentation issues during commissioning.
• Configure instrumentation, control systems, and process equipment.
• Verify plant performance against contractual specifications.
• Support first production runs and optimize process parameters.
• Deliver customer training on plant operation and maintenance.
• Prepare commissioning documentation, reports, and technical records.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Automation Engineers, Process Engineers, suppliers, and customers throughout project execution.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) standards at all times.
• Participate in project reviews, progress reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support site coordination activities and, depending on project requirements, take responsibilities as a Commissioning Team Leader or Site Manager.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Food Technology, Dairy Technology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in Process Engineering, Installation, or Commissioning.
• Experience working within the Food & Beverage or Process Industry.
• Strong understanding of commissioning activities, plant start-up, and process validation.
• Experience with process equipment including pumps, valves, heat exchangers, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Strong troubleshooting skills covering mechanical, electrical, and process-related issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Willingness to travel extensively (approximately 80%) across EMEA and occasionally APAC.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with pasteurization, sterilization, CIP, dairy, liquid processing, or powder processing technologies.
• Knowledge of instrumentation, process control, MCC panels, electrical systems, and PID control loops.
• Experience leading commissioning activities or site teams.
• Familiarity with project planning and scheduling tools (MS Project).
• Strong leadership, communication, and customer-facing skills.

What You'll Bring

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently in international project environments.
• Customer-focused approach with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting project deadlines.

Why Join Us

• Work on exciting international engineering projects.
• Opportunity to travel across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific.
• Collaborative and innovative global work environment.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

About SPX FLOW an ITT Company

SPX FLOW is a global leader in innovative process solutions with over 100 years of excellence in engineering. Operating in more than 25 countries with 5,000+ employees worldwide, we help manufacture many of the world’s favorite food, beverage, dairy, and nutrition products through advanced processing technologies and sustainable solutions.