**Why join Hager as a V.I.E. in the Engineering department?**Joining Hager as a V.I.E. means gaining hands-on experience in an international environment, contributing to cutting-edge engineering projects, and collaborating with experts in the field of sustainable product development. We foster a growth-oriented culture where your ideas matter and your professional journey is supported.You will be based in **La Roca del Vallès (Barcelona, Spain)** and report to the Engineering Manager as part of the Engineering department, for a **V.I.E. contract of 1 year**, extendable to 2 years.This opportunity offers significant exposure to innovation and sustainability initiatives in plastic materials, providing a strong foundation for an international engineering career.**What you will do?**- Be responsible for all topics related to plastic materials within Engineering, with a focus on electrical enclosures.- Assist in the lifecycle management of plastic products: from selection and design to manufacturing, qualification, and recycling.- Support material testing, document preparation, and test result analysis to ensure alignment with standards and sustainability goals.- Collaborate closely with international experts and cross-functional teams to optimize material selection for new and existing products.- Participate in validation and injection lab tests, gaining hands-on experience in product and process qualification.- Contribute to supplier interactions and research activities to identify new materials, cost-saving opportunities, and technological improvements.- Use data analysis tools (e.G., SAP, Excel) to track materials usage and performance indicators.**What about you?**- You have a degree in Plastic Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a similar field.- You have initial experience or academic exposure to material testing and sustainable plastics.- You are fluent in English; additional languages like Spanish, French or German are a plus.- You are analytical, proactive, and passionate about innovation and sustainability.- You have strong communication and teamwork skills and are comfortable working in a cross-cultural environment.- You are open to hands-on tasks and motivated by continuous learning.**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 projects within a dynamic company. As a V.I.E. at Hager Group, you will:- Develop your skills in a professional and multicultural environment.- Benefit from structured support, including mentorship and career development opportunities.- Experience life abroad, discovering a new culture while building a strong professional network.- Receive an attractive compensation package, including international health insurance. Your compensation is fixed by Business France, completed by a monthly stipend. Read more on the Business France website.- Enjoy a personalized onboarding experience program designed to make your first days smooth.- Access learning opportunities through Hager Group's awarded Hi! University.- Benefit from adaptable working hours and the possibility to work from home 2 days a week.- Have lunch at our company-subsidized canteen.**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 then be invited to a first interview with the hiring manager and recruiter.- You'll get the chance to showcase your skills by preparing and presenting a technical case to the Hiring Manager and Local HRBP.- A final interview will be organized with the Head of Engineering and the Early Careers team.**Please note: To be eligible for the V.I.E., you must comply with the following criteria**:- 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).- You must be between 18 and 28 years of age.- You must not have done a V.I.E. in the past.For more information on V.I.E. contracts, please refer to the Business France website.