Homologation engineer, Optical Laboratory

ApplusIDIADA1

Tarragona, CT, Spain Hybrid permanent

Posted: September 4, 2026

Job Description

Shaping the Future of Automotive Engineering

Applus+ IDIADA is a global leader in automotive engineering, offering a dynamic and rewarding career opportunity for professionals passionate about shaping the future of mobility. As a TOP Employer certified company with over 3500 professionals from more than 24 countries, we provide a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth with colleagues from over 57 nationalities contributing to a safer, more efficient, and sustainable vehicles.

Why join us?

Enjoy a highly flexible hybrid work model in a company that takes care of the employees’ wellbeing, offering work-life balance benefits such as subsidised canteen, free language courses, transport and coaching services.

Join a company that has a deep commitment to sustainability and push yourself to reach your full potential in a dynamic and challenging setting that values innovation and expertise.

Come & join us on the road to success.  

#LI-Hybrid

We are looking for an Optical Engineer to join our Homologation Passenger Car Department. As part of the homologation team, you will be responsible for the approval of different projects regarding homologation of components (lighting).

Some of the main activities of this role include:

• Global homologation of ligthing and light-signalling devices: ECE Regulations, FMVSS108/CMVSS108 (USA/Canada), AIS (INDIA), Taiwan, CCC China, Korea.
• Automotive Lighting and light-signalling laboratory testing.
• Vehicle approval testing for lighting and light-signalling and indirect vision systems.
• Performing technical reports.
• Verifying technical and administrative documentation for approvals.
• Study and development of International Standards.

Education:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Optics, Physics, Electronics, or similar.

Languages:

High level of Spanish and English.

Knowledge of other languages is a plus.

Applus IDIADA is committed to equality,  diversity and inclusion. We don’t put limits on you, so don’t put limits on yourself either. There is a place for everyone.

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