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Applus IDIADA

Automotive design, engineering, testing, homologation services

Mecánico/a - Durabilidad

Full-Time
No salary listed
Mid
Associate's
Tarragona, Spain
In Person
Automotive Service & RepairAutomotive Mechanical Repair & Maintenance

About the job

Requirements
  • Demonstrable previous experience in mechanical and/or electrical work sufficient to handle technical challenges.
  • User-level knowledge of computer tools for daily administration and work with digital systems.
  • CFGM in Vehicle Electromechanics, Electromechanical Maintenance, or an equivalent qualification.
  • Native or fluent Spanish.
  • Intermediate English at B1/B2 level is valued.
Responsibilities
  • Perform mechanical repairs, maintenance, and assembly tasks on vehicles.
  • Execute electrical diagnostics, wiring, and troubleshooting of vehicle systems.
  • Operate workshop tools and equipment according to safety protocols.
  • Interpret and apply technical specifications and diagrams from official vehicle documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with manufacturer guidelines and tolerances.
  • Consult service manuals and electrical diagrams to complete tasks accurately.
  • Install, configure, and calibrate sensors and measurement equipment on test vehicles.
  • Configure and program data loggers, including CAN-based systems, GPS, and temperature loggers, for data acquisition.
  • Troubleshoot instrumentation and validate recorded data for engineering analysis.
Desired Qualifications
  • Practical experience with technical instrumentation, including sensors and data loggers.
  • Intermediate English at B1/B2 level.

About the company

Applus+ IDIADA partners with automakers to provide design, engineering, testing, and homologation services for full vehicle development. It delivers CAD/CAE design, engineering validation, and functional testing, using its own proving grounds in Spain and China for real-world evaluation. The company differentiates itself through a large team of experienced engineers, extensive testing facilities, and a global network across 24 countries, enabling customized, end-to-end development and regulatory compliance. Its goal is to help clients bring safe, compliant, and well-validated vehicles to market efficiently.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Santa Oliva, Spain

Founded

1971

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The 17/09/2026 Euro 7 launch targets immediate demand from automakers facing new compliance deadlines.
  • ADIADA's 22/04/2026 AI-for-CAE cuts computation from days to seconds, improving customer productivity.
  • Expanded ADAS/CAV capacity and GB Type Approval designation broaden near-term serviceable markets.

What critics are saying

  • Applus paid €428 million for 80% in 2024, lifting leverage and execution pressure.
  • Generalitat keeps 20% and collects €4 million annually plus 2% EBITDA.
  • Revenue concentration in regulatory testing ties results to OEM program wins and EU rule changes.

What makes Applus IDIADA unique

  • Applus+ IDIADA launched Euro 7 testing and homologation services on 17/09/2026.
  • Its Spain Proving Ground added a fourth ADAS/CAV track after 2025 expansion.
  • IDIADA combines testing, homologation, and AI-for-CAE workflows across EV, hybrid, and combustion.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Employee Discounts

Training Programs

Employee Referral Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Hybrid Work Options

Commuter Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development Budget

Company News

Bolsamania
Aug 27th, 2024
Applus secures €500M for Idiada acquisition

Applus' Extraordinary General Meeting approved a credit of up to €500 million to finance the acquisition of 80% of Idiada Automotive Technology, as reported to the CNMV. The operation involves an intragroup credit between Amber FinCo and Applus. Additionally, a €200 million intragroup credit was approved to access Amber FinCo's revolving credit line for working capital and general corporate purposes.

Expansión
Jun 25th, 2024
Applus Secures IDIADA After TÜV Exit

Title: "Applus Bids Alone for Idiada After TÜV Rheinland Withdraws" Content: The German group TÜV Rheinland did not submit an offer for the 80% stake in the company managing the automotive technology center. This leaves Applus free to retain Idiada Automotive Technology, which operates the testing circuit and technology center in Santa Oliva (Tarragona) owned by the Generalitat de Catalunya.