Job Description

Why join Hager as a V.I.E?

Joining Hager as a V.I.E. means setting sail on an international journey, where you’ll navigate real-world challenges, contribute to meaningful industrial projects, and chart your course alongside experienced professionals. You’ll be part of a collaborative and growth-oriented culture, where your ideas help steer the ship and your development is supported every step of the way. With plenty of opportunities to build your technical and project management skills and explore new horizons, this is more than just an assignment, it’s a true launching point for your international engineering career.

Are you ready to come aboard and start your journey with us?

As a Manufacturing Industrialization Engineer (V.I.E.), you will report to the Industrialization Manager in the Manufacturing Industrialization department based in La Roca (Barcelona), Spain for a V.I.E. contract.

What you will do?

As a Manufacturing Industrialization Engineer (VIE), you will play a key role in supporting and improving manufacturing processes while progressively taking ownership of projects end-to-end.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams (production, engineering, quality, and maintenance), supporting ongoing initiatives while also leading smaller projects independently.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting ongoing industrialization projects, contributing to process and equipment implementation
• Leading small projects or workstreams autonomously, from definition to execution
• Contributing to the improvement of existing processes, focusing on safety, ergonomics, quality, cost, and performance
• Participating in the development of solutions in automation, manual assembly, plastic injection, and robotics
• Supporting testing, validation, and documentation of processes and equipment to ensure operational excellence

What about you?

• Academic background in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or similar)
• First experience or strong interest in manufacturing, industrialization, or process engineering
• Autonomous and proactive, with the ability to take ownership of projects and drive them forward
• Structured and organized, able to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a hands-on mindset
• Fluent in English; Spanish is a strong asset in an international environment

What we offer?

The Volontariat International en Entreprise (V.I.E.) is a unique opportunity for young professionals to gain international experience while contributing to exciting industrial projects within a dynamic company. As a V.I.E. at Hager Group, you will:

• Develop your technical and project management skills in a multicultural environment
• Benefit from structured support, including mentorship and career development opportunities
• Experience life abroad in Spain while building a strong professional network
• A personalized onboarding program designed to make your first days smooth
• Opportunities to learn and grow through Hager's awarded Hi! University
• An attractive compensation package defined by Business France, including international health insurance and additional benefits
• Flexible working conditions depending on operational needs

 What are the recruitment stages?​

• Once your CV has been selected, you will be contacted by a recruiter for an initial phone exchange.​

• You will be invited for a first interview with the hiring manager & the recruiter.

• You'll get the chance to showcase your skills by preparing and presenting a use case to the Hiring Manager and the HRBP Local.​

• The last step will be then organized with the Head of Department and the Early Careers team.​

Our success relies on collective energy. Apply now and power up your future with us!

Please note that to be eligible for the V.I.E., you must comply with the following criteria, in case of doubt check the Business France website

• You must be a citizen of one of the Member States of the European Economic Area

• You must not be a citizen of the host country (in this case Spain), unless you hold a dual citizenship with another Member State of the European Economic Area.

• You must not have recently lived in the country you are applying, or already paid taxes in this country

• You must be between 18 and 28 years of age

• You must not have done a V.I.E. in the past

• You must have a clean record