Solvay is all about chemistry. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet's beauty for the generations to come.

Our Civil

Works team is integrated into the Maintenance Department and focuses on the maintenance, development and construction of civil engineering assets across the industrial site.

As Civil Works

Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the integrity, reliability and continuous improvement of all civil infrastructures, buildings and supporting facilities of the plant while guaranteeing compliance with safety, quality, budgetary and regulatory requirements. Define and implement preventive and corrective maintenance strategies for buildings, roads, drainage systems, utility networks and civil infrastructures. Oversee the structural integrity and maintenance of industrial buildings, warehouses, offices, workshops and auxiliary facilities.

Manage civil works associated with new industrial projects, including foundations, structures, roads, earthworks and underground networks. Coordinate and supervise contractors during construction, maintenance and refurbishment activities. Ensure compliance with Spanish building regulations, environmental requirements and industrial safety standards.

We offer a permanent contract based on onsite working mode. Relevant education degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Building Engineering, Technical Architecture. Relevant wok experience (around 8 to 10 years) in civil engineering, construction or industrial.

Additional training in Project Management,



Construction Management or Health & Safety will be considered a plus. Candidates combining technical education with extensive construction management experience will be particularly valued. Strong knowledge of structural engineering, foundations, geotechnics and industrial buildings Strong knowledge of construction management, planning, cost control, contract administration, and construction site supervision Knowledge of industrial painting systems and corrosion protection Fluent verbal and written English (B2 level) Hands-on leader with a strong presence on site and ability to drive construction activities in the field Pragmatic decision-maker capable of managing multiple contractors and priorities simultaneously Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses in 24 languages.

Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world's most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes.

📌 Civil / Structural Engineer (Cantabria)
🏢 Solvay
📍 Cantabria