Engineering Trainee

About the role

Exide Technologies’ Energy Solutions division is seeking an Engineering Trainee to join its fast‑growing team in Castanheira do Ribatejo, Portugal. The role offers hands‑on experience in manufacturing processes for stationary energy storage batteries, supporting the global energy transition.

Key responsibilities

• Execute TPM sheets in manufacturing areas.
• Implement 5S stations and associated tooling.
• Carry out SMED actions, create spaghetti diagrams and develop improvement action plans.
• Support cycle‑time measurement and propose improvement initiatives.
• Apply Lean tools to drive operational efficiency.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electromechanical, Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Ability to analyse and solve technical problems.
• Good command of English.
• Proactive, dynamic with strong interpersonal skills and willingness to learn.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel.

What we offer

• Challenging and varied responsibilities in a modern, fast‑growing division.
• Flexible working‑hours system.
• Subsidised meals and medical services according to Exide protocols.
• Professional growth and learning opportunities, including collaboration with transversal teams.
• Commitment to sustainability, diversity and a continuous‑learning culture.