Design Engineer

Functional area:  Research and Development
Location:  Spain
City:  Eibar
Company name:  ABCT Technology Centre, A.I.E.
Date of posting:  May 26, 2026

Your future job

 

Your role

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, your mission is to enhace our existing product lineup while driving the creation of innovative high-pressure and gas applcations. You will play a key role in ensuring our products meet the demands of the energy transition where sustainability and efficiency are proiritized.

Your work will focus on diverse projects centered around PET, N2, CO2, and H2 applications, positioning you at the forefront of cutting-edge technology development. The role will requiere you adapt quickly to the dynamic needs of the industry and spearhead initiatives that align whith the global shift towards sustainable energy solutions.

Located in Eibar, Basque Country, you will report directly to the ABC Compressors R&D Manager. Your collaborative spirit will be essential, as you will work closely with various departments to achieve common goals

 

Your Responsibilities:

  • Design of Standardized Product Ranges, and Platforms for Engineered Solutions.
    • Coordinate design activities for the different product ranges in development with a team of Designer Engineers based at GECIA in India.
    • Assure the design of the new product and/or modification of existin products are in line with all product specifications.
    • Coordinate the issuing of design documents for components, assemblies, engineering bill of materials and technical instructions both for internal use as for communication to the cuestomer by the team at GECIA.
    • Release drawings and instructions according to our tools and processes.
    • Release engineering bill of materials according to our tools and processes.
    • Drive the design focus towards.
      • Safety first: producs safe to manufacture, transport, install, operate, service and dismantle at the end of its life.
      • Reliability: reliability through the full life cycle of the product.
      • Designf-for-Manufacturing and/or -fit-to-source: consider the feasibility to manufacture the component when designing it.
      • Design-for-Assembling: evaluate design continuously with operations deparment on the assembly.
      • Design-for-service: design the products to allow efficient.
    • Design cost efficient products, both by designing components which are cost efficiente as by design the product allowing a (cost) efficient industrilisation process.
    • Apply lessons learned from previous projects.
    • Apply our Design Rules.
    • Together with the Project Engineer, participate actively in solving design related quiality issues.
    • Maintain a productive relationship with you peers in GECIA.
    • Participate in technical alignment meetins with suppliers to specify the best product at the lowest cost: strive for a global optimisation by aligning design and manufacturing capabilities of the selected suppliers.
  • Respect & contribute actively to SHEQ targets, within the domain of your responsibility.
  • Promote Group Core values: Interaction, Commitment, and Innovation to reach our vision "First in Mind - Fist in Choice".
  • Promote ideas for continuous improvement & innovation.
  • Interact on-time, transparent & with commitment to your leader and colleagues.
  • Be respectful and polite in all your relationship.

To succeed, you will need

Experience & Educational requirements

  • A minimum of 3 years of relevant technical experience in compressors development, reflecting a deep understanding of the industry.
  • Fluently in Spanish, Basque and English.
  • Experience with CAD, MRP (BPCS), PLM and MS Excel.
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanics or equivalent.

 

Personality requierement

  • Customer-oriented mindset with a focus on problem-solving
  • Strong commitment to deadlines, ensuring project deliverables are met on time.
  • Exceptional communication skills to coordinate with cross-funtional teams effectively.
  • A balanced approach, integrating practical solutions with in-depth analysis in decision-making.
  • Ability to work autonomously while fostering collaborative relationships.

In return, we offer

  • A culture of trust and accountability where every member is valued, ensuring you feel a sense of belonging and responsibility.
  • Opportunities for personal growth through lifelong learning and career advancement, tailored to your aspirations and professional goals.
  • An environment where innovation is encouraged, allowing you to contribute ideas that can transform our product offerings.
  • A comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed with your well-being in mind, providing resources to support your health and wellness.
  • Commitment to maintaining a healthy work-life balance and promoting initiatives that support your personal wellness.

Job location

Option 1: On-Site
This role requires you to work on-site at our office in Eibar, Spain (ES). You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.

Contact information

 Talent Acquisition Team: Aitziber Fernandez

 

Uniting curious minds
Behind every innovative solution, there are people working together to transform the future. With careers sparked by initiative and lifelong learning, we unite curious minds, and you could be one of them

Atlas Copco Group enables technology that transforms the future. We innovate to develop products, services and solutions that are key to our customers’ success. Our four business areas offer compressed air and vacuum solutions, energy solutions, dewatering and industrial pumps, industrial power tools, assembly and machine vision solutions. In 2022, Atlas Copco Group had revenues of BSEK 141 and at year end about 49 000 employees. For more information, visit: www.atlascopcogroup.com

Since 1943, ABC Compressors, based in Eibar, has specialized in the design, manufacturing, and maintenance of air and gas compressors for a wide range of industrial sectors, including food and beverage, natural gas, petrochemical, water treatment, and biogas, among others. For more information, visit: www.abc-compressors.com