Overview
Design Engineer Jobs in Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain at Managing Composites
Title: Design Engineer
Company: Managing Composites
Location: Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain
We’re Managing Composites, a growing team of design-driven minds working at the forefront of advanced materials and we’re looking for bright talent to join our design crew. If you’re eager build your expertise in composites, this could be the perfect next step.
Responsibilities
- Designing components using CATIA V5 and/or 3DX, with a focus on surface design.
- Designing parts always considering their mechanical requirements and DFM.
- Assisting in creating engineering assemblies – from hardware components to bond models.
- Helping to design molds, masters, and tooling for production (you might get involved in the process end to end).
- Working through the development phase, supporting everything from prototypes to full-scale production.
- Collaborating with the CAE team to improve and optimise designs.
- Supporting senior engineers with their projects and picking up new skills along the way.
- Attending client meetings to discuss progress and challenges.
- Joining internal team meetings to track progress and plan next steps.
- Helping to manage and maintain technical documentation for projects.
- Defining tolerances and requirements for designed components.
- Performing system tolerancing definition, including tolerance stack studies.
- Understanding materials and manufacturing processes needed for the components.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
- 1–3 years of experience in design engineering, ideally with exposure to composites or related industries.
- Strong knowledge of CATIA V5 (especially the GSD module).
- GD&T knowledge.
- Experience working with CAE tools or exposure to engineering iterations with a CAE department is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving skills and an eye for detail.
- Some experience in designing for manufacturing (experience with molds, tooling, or fixtures is a strong plus).
- Someone who enjoys working in a team but can also handle projects independently.
- Excellent communication skills in English and Spanish.
- Passionate about technology and eager to learn about advanced composite materials.
Benefits
- Hybrid work environment: office and remote work.
- Flexible hours to suit your schedule.
- Gym access: keeping you fit and active.
- Health insurance.
- Paid sick leave, because your health comes first.
- Flexible compensation system.
- Access to a tax and finance expertise platform to make life easier.
- Company events.
- Ongoing learning with The Native Lab, our in-house professional development platform.
- A focus on your motivation and well-being, with initiatives designed to keep you happy and thriving.
Why join us?
We’re not your average engineering firm. At Managing Composites, we’re obsessed with design. From electric vehicles to high-performance supercars, our designers help shape the future of mobility using the most advanced composite materials out there.
But it’s not just cars. We’re also deep into aerospace and marine, designing components for rockets, submarines, and aircraft that push the limits of what’s possible. If you’re into clever geometry, lightweight structures, and solving real-world problems with style, you’ll fit right in.
Our Culture
We call it our House of Culture, and it’s built on values we actually live by:
- Respect & Transparency – no fluff, just honest collaboration.
- Team Support & Equality – every voice matters.
- Recognition & Well-being – we celebrate wins and look after each other.
So if you’re a designer who’s curious, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, come join us. Let’s build something brilliant.
