We are a technological center **specialized** in **technologies** applied to **advanced** **manufacturing**, with a special focus on precision machines and processes and artificial intelligence applied to manufacturing. Our main challenge and commitment to industry is to generate and transfer scientific and technological knowledge related to manufacturing and industrial production, providing companies with innovative and differentiating technological solutions that facilitate better market positioning and enhance their competitiveness. We are members of the BRTA Technology Alliance, together with other 17 leading centers in the European technological field. At the same time, we are part of the Mondragón Corporation, the first Basque business group. **Job Description** ---------------------------- Can you imagine designing technologies that detect defects without damaging materials? Are you motivated to work at the frontier between applied research and industrial innovation? If your answer is yes, this opportunity is for you! At **IDEKO**, we are looking for a **researcher** to develop advanced **non-destructive testing (NDT)** solutions. We want to incorporate into our **Manufacturing Processes** team someone with technological vision, scientific curiosity, and the drive to transform industry from within. Your mission will be... * You will work on **advanced signal processing and analysis** of digital inspection systems such as **ultrasonics (UT)** and **eddy currents (EC)**. * You will participate in **applied research projects** for **defect characterization** in manufacturing processes, combining modeling, simulation, experimentation, and advanced data analysis. * You will design and optimize **new sensors and electronic equipment**, using tools such as **CIVA, Python, and Matlab**. * You will collaborate in the **automation of inspection systems**, integrating technologies such as **industrial robots, collaborative robots, and specialized machinery**. * You will develop **automated industrial solutions**, working directly with clients and suppliers—from needs definition to project execution and management. **Requirements** -------------- WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: * **Education:** Higher Engineering / Master’s or PhD (Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Materials, Electronics, or Physics). * **Languages:** Advanced level of English (Basque will be an advantage). * **Experience:** Experience in research and development environments and similar roles will be valued. * **Knowledge:** Knowledge in metallic materials, metallurgy, powder metallurgy, structural characterization, mechanics, physics, and material defectology will be considered. Knowledge and certification in non-destructive testing processes and associated certifications, with special interest in UT technology. Familiarity with design and simulation software, CIVA, CAD\-CAM, FEM, and reverse engineering. Data monitoring and acquisition. DID YOU KNOW...? * We listen to you, support you, and together with your supervisor, you will design **a professional and personal growth plan**? * You will feel that **every day is a learning opportunity, because at IDEKO, continuous learning** is part of who we are? * You will work on **real challenges and demanding projects**, participating in **national and international projects**, alongside **leading researchers from a globally recognized research group**? * We offer flexible working hours and calendar? * **IDEKO has Multi\-location?** Possibility to go up to 2 days per week to offices in Elgoibar, Zamudio Technology Park (CFAA), and Zuatzu Business Park (Donostia)? * You will be part of a **healthy organization** offering fruit, psychological support, **catering service,** medical service, etc.? * We are **committed to our environment**, with a Basque Language Plan, Equality Plan, and Mobility Plan? **If you want to get to know us closely, learn how we work, see the projects we carry out, meet the team of people around you, and discover all the benefits IDEKO can offer, don’t hesitate—come and meet us!** **Apply now** **Location:** Elgoibar (Spain)**Contract Type:** Circumstances of production**Working Hours:** Full-time**Sector:** Industrial and metallurgy**Vacancies:** 1**Discipline:** R\+D**Work Mode:** Hybrid