Valves Testing Engineer

Westinghouse; Madrid; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Hybrid work model

Travel and expense coverage

Technical training programs

Language training support

International project exposure

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking a Testing Engineer to join the Field Services Organization in San Sebastián de los Reyes, Madrid. The role covers testing, diagnostics and maintenance for valve services in Spain and abroad, with a clear path to technical leadership and project management.

The position requires travel, collaboration across disciplines, and hands-on field work with exposure to international projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in an engineering field.
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally.
• Fluent Spanish and English (B2+).
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and manage priorities.
• Proactive attitude with problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise maintenance, inspection and testing at customer facilities and HQ.
• Develop and revise technical reports, procedures and manuals.
• Analyze test results and prepare technical recommendations.
• Support preparation of technical and commercial proposals.
• Progressively assume project management responsibilities, including planning field activities and leading teams.
• Provide training to junior personnel.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish-English

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Proactive attitude

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Electronics

Instrumentation

Tools

Valve testing equipment

Inspection tools

Job description

Welcome to the future of nuclear energy, where Westinghouse Electric Company is leading the field with expertise and innovation to shape the power of tomorrow.At Westinghouse, innovation is in our DNA. We are creative. We think differently. We reimagine the possible across the nuclear industry every day.

Testing Engineer – Valve Services

About the Role

Join Westinghouse and help shape the future of clean energy.

Westinghouse Electric Company is looking for a Testing Engineer to join our Field Services Organization based in San Sebastián de los Reyes, Madrid. The selected candidate will become part of our Valve Services Department, supporting specialized testing, diagnostics, inspection and maintenance activities for nuclear power plants as well as other power generation and industrial facilities in Spain and abroad.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys combining technical challenges, field work, international exposure and continuous professional development. The role offers a clear career path towards technical leadership and project management responsibilities within one of the world's leading nuclear technology companies.

About the Team

The Testing Services team within Westinghouse Operating Plant Services performs and leads testing, maintenance and diagnostic activities both at our Madrid headquarters and onsite at client facilities worldwide.

Our current portfolio includes Nuclear Power Plants in Spain and internationally (Brazil, Mexico and other countries), as well as conventional power generation plants and industrial facilities.

Testing Services covers a wide range of technical disciplines, mainly in electrical, mechanical and instrumentation fields, related to plant equipment and systems testing, maintenance and reliability. Our scope also includes testing equipment development, maintenance and calibration.

Current openings are focused on the Valve Services Organization, including:

• Containment Leak Rate Testing (LLRT and ILRT).
• Motor-Operated Valve (MOV) and Air-Operated Valve (AOV) diagnostics, testing and maintenance.

New recruits will be assigned activities according to their education, experience, technical skills and interests. Comprehensive training and qualification programs will be provided in both technical and project management areas.

Main Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise maintenance, inspection and testing activities at customer facilities and company headquarters.
• Develop and revise technical reports, procedures, quality documentation and maintenance manuals.
• Analyze test results, perform engineering calculations and prepare technical recommendations.
• Support the preparation of technical and commercial proposals.
• Participate in internal and external audits.
• Manage testing equipment, including maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting and upgrades.
• Contribute to research and development activities and the implementation of new testing technologies.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, technology surveillance and knowledge sharing.
• Provide technical guidance and training to junior personnel.
• Progressively assume project management responsibilities, including:
  • Planning and coordinating field activities.
  • Defining priorities and project schedules.
  • Leading teams onsite and at headquarters.
  • Managing technical communications with customers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electronics, Instrumentation or related disciplines.
• Availability to travel nationally and internationally for outage projects and customer support activities.
• Fluent Spanish and English (minimum B2 level).
• Strong technical interest and willingness to develop expertise in testing and maintenance services.
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive attitude, flexibility and strong problem‑solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

The following experience will be considered a strong advantage:

• Previous experience working in power plant outages or major maintenance projects.
• Experience in nuclear, energy, oil & gas, process industry or other highly regulated industrial environments.
• Knowledge of industrial valves, including inspection, diagnostics, maintenance or repair activities.
• Experience with Motor-Operated Valves (MOVs) or Air-Operated Valves (AOVs).
• Familiarity with testing procedures, quality systems and safety culture environments.
• Previous experience coordinating field activities or interacting directly with customers.

What We Offer

At Westinghouse, we invest heavily in the professional and personal development of our employees.

We offer:

• Private medical insurance.
• Company shuttle bus service to our Madrid offices.
• Flexible working hours and work-life balance initiatives.
• Fully compensated business travel and project-related expenses.
• Extensive technical training programs.
• Professional certifications and qualification opportunities.
• Financial support for English and French language training.
• Exposure to international projects and customers.
• Opportunities to work in one of the most advanced and technically demanding sectors in the world.
• A clear career development path towards specialist, technical lead and project management positions.
• A collaborative environment focused on innovation, safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Why Westinghouse?

We know that to put forth your best effort, you need to be challenged and enjoy what you do in a supportive and respectful environment. We aim to maintain this balance by offering our employees the amenities, benefits and training they need to reach personal and professional goals.

Below is an example of what employees in Spain can expect:

• Attractive remuneration
• Hybrid model of work.
• High flexibility and autonomy.
• Great benefits for your convenience and safety:
  • Peer-to-peer recognition program.
  • Lunch allowance.
  • Private health insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Program: confidential counseling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members
• Learning and development opportunities.
• We encourage our employees to participate incommunity service eventsand other team-building activities to strengthen their bonds and inspire each other.

You can learn more about Westinghouse by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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